Jordan Forestwalker

1005 posts
wild animal energy calculation

Caloric Math in the Wild: Planning Energy‑Positive Foraging

Nurturing survival, animals perform complex caloric calculations to optimize their foraging, revealing fascinating strategies that could change how we see nature’s economy.
identifying water sources in cold

Finding Water in Cold Climates: Seeps, Ice, and Snow Melt

Navigating cold climates for water means recognizing seeps, melting ice, and snow—discover how to find liquid water when it’s most scarce.
conifer forest low smoke firelays

Low‑Smoke Firelays for Conifer Forests

Cleverly designed low-smoke firelays in conifer forests can enhance burning efficiency and reduce smoke, but the key methods and benefits are worth exploring further.
plant habitat sign tracking

Tracking & Reading Game Sign for Plant‑Rich Microhabitats

Scrutinizing plant signs in microhabitats reveals vital clues about ecosystem health, inviting you to discover what nature’s subtle signals truly mean.
natural bark and leaf containers

Improvised Containers: Bark Baskets & Folded Leaves

Fascinating and eco-friendly, improvised containers like bark baskets and folded leaves reveal sustainable practices rooted in cultural traditions that you won’t want to miss.
boiling food on rocks

Cooking Without Pots: Hot Rock Boiling

Harness the ancient technique of hot rock boiling to cook without pots, unlocking resourceful methods that could change how you approach outdoor survival.
oak tannins for preservation

Tannins as Preservatives: Using Oak in Field Settings

Will tannins from oak bark revolutionize crop preservation naturally, or is there more to discover about this ancient method’s potential?
wild greens boost winter vitamins

Wild Greens as Vitamin Sources in Lean Months

Growing wild greens supply vital vitamins during lean months, offering natural health benefits you won’t want to miss.
natural winter shelter construction

Winter Shelter From Natural Materials: Debris Wedge & A‑Frame

Having a winter shelter built from natural debris can be life-saving; discover how debris wedges and A-frames can keep you warm and secure.
fiber and thorn fishing

Improvised Fishing From Plant Fibers and Thorn Hooks

Unlock the secrets of improvised fishing with plant fibers and thorn hooks to master sustainable, traditional techniques that could change your approach to catching fish.