If you spot a small bird with white and blue feathers, then there’s a good chance you’ve just seen a Blue Jay. Famed for their vocal range and singing abilities, Blue Jays are able to uncannily mimic other birdsong and can even imitate human voices! The characteristics mainly associated with the Blue Jay are curiousness …
There’s a lot of fun to be had in catching big game, but sometimes it’s even better to be able to show off how much the deer weighed! There are a number of different ways to figure out the estimated or exact weight of your catch but getting a decent set of deer scales can …
Foreplanning is essential when you’re going crow hunting, otherwise you’re likely to be trying to shoot at crows and you’ll get no luck, you’ll just waste ammo. Crows are pretty clever creatures and sneaking up on them probably won’t work. They can be pretty difficult to hunt because of this, especially if you’re an amateur. …
A blade that performs well across all the tasks you ask of it is something of a holy grail to most bushcrafters with thousands of us searching for the elusive perfect blade. The Lofty Wiseman Survival Tool, while not 100% perfect is something that is truly to behold and something that may fulfill your needs. …
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A multi-tool is a useful tool have with you when out in the wilds or while at work. Unfortunately most multi-tools are often too bulky and heavy to carry with you everyday. Step forward the Gerber Dime – a micro tool which is aimed at the occasional user who wants the flexibility of a multi-tool …
An accurate timepiece while out on the hills and wilds is one of my personal kit essentials. Having a watch that can provide more than just a measurement of time is a bonus and that is why for the past 18 months I have been using the Casio ProTrek PRG270. The ProTrek is a rather …
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The Flavio Ikoma designed CRKT Keydashi is something that will confuse many but it shouldn’t be discounted when looking for a small utility knife. When I initially saw the Keydashi on the Heinnie Haynes website I was among the confused but at a small price tag I thought I would give it a shot and …
The No.8 is one of the latest offerings from world claimed knife makers Opinel. The French manufacturer has been producing knives since 1890 and has a reputation for excellence across Europe. The No. 8 sees the company modernise and enhance their well known folding knife design into a knife that offers more to the outdoors …
A Hammock for all Occasions If you’re a regular on SumoSurvival you may have seen the hammock video where Sean and I tested the iconic Hennessy Hammocks. One thing I found which is quite fundamental with a hammock for camping is I could not sleep in one! I love laying around in them, especially in …
Keeping your feet in good order when out in the wilds is vital. If your feet begin to suffer so does the rest of your body and that has to be avoided at all costs. We have often spoken about the need for good boots on the Sumo Survival Podcast. Over the years we have …
Keeping you and your kit dry when exploring the wilds is essential and there are many solutions but earlier this year I opted for the SnugPak Enhanced Patrol Poncho. I am often walking across the exposed Scottish hills and more often or not at some point during the day I will be unexpectedly rained down …
Sleeping outside while keeping your pack light is a problem that many of us have had. How do you take enough kit with you to allow you sleep in comfort but avoid having to carry a heavy tent? Well-known UK outdoor manufacturer Highlander has produced an integrated sleep system that aims to solve this problem. …
A good friend of Sumo Survival and serving soldier, Steven Jack, brings us a review of the Leatherman OHT Muli-tool. I was given my OHT by Sean some years ago prior to my first deployment to Afghanistan and I am very happy he did. Both it and I survived in one piece although I admit …
The Conservation Foundation has produced a yew-nique online map featuring almost 1,000 ancient, venerable and notable yews around the UK as part of its We Love Yew campaign supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund. The UK has one of the greatest collections of yew trees in the world, which are widely dispersed around the country. No-one knows …
When heading out in to the wild hills or honing your bushcraft skills in the woods, it is always advisable to carry some kind of signaling device in your pack just in case your day turns sour and you need some help. The Personal Breakdown Warning and Hazard Light from the RAC is ideal for …