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for sh!@s and giggles: tree bark.
I'm just going to list some in general.
Dyes (many)
quinine (cinchona tree. Did you know quinine gives Canada Dry it's bitter flavor?)
aspirin (willow bark)
tannin (many)
teas,poultices,laxatives (many)
food (many)
fuel (several)
very general
How definitive do you want? The instructions were "tree bark".;)
ziplock/duck tape and a bandanna makes a handy pillow:)
well u can always use it as a snare-like thing. Just place some bait onto the middle of a grid / mat of duct tape, and watch. the animal that tries to get the food will become stuck
or you could use it to make a hammock, its been done before ::)
Ok, you guys are the experts, but after 7 pages I was surprised not to see super glue mentioned. Wasn't it considered a staple for first aid kits?
I forget where I read it, but it was suggested to pack some 'party candles' since their supposed to re-light themselves when trying to make a fire under less than optimal conditions. I thought they would probably melt and just form a puddle in your gear. Haven't tried it, but was intrigued with the thought.
I suspect I might be watching to much tv and not enough reading the latest material available in print. :o
If you are going to carry super glue then make sure it is medical super glue. Most cyanoacrylate glues not designed specifically for medical use are formulated from methyl-2-cyanoacrylate, since it produces the strongest bond. It can irritate the skin and create heat during polymerization.
Adventure Doc - What are your thoughts on cleaning wounds where commercial super glue has been used?
I don't carry the party candles you mention but do carry tea candles as a backup.
Thanks. That was my next question. :)Quote:
Originally Posted by Rick
5 gallon buckets:
- Use as step stool
- Seat
- Table (if seated on floor)
- Haul water
- Store goods (5g buckets are mouse proof)
- Haul weeds to refuse pile
- Haul tools to worksite
- Store electric cord, rope, etc.
Tree bark:
- Can be used as tinder
- Sew into bowl, perhaps water proof edges with pitch
- Can hold a coal when moving campsite
I spend 75+ days/yr in the back country and have found...
Those Galvanized Eyelet screws from HD (two pieces weigh like 3 oz) are great for securing a cord between two trees this can be used to...
Build a Leanto or A-frame shelter using a tarp or trash bag
Drying wet gear
Hanging a lantern or candle
Tying of the end of a line for hanging food bags
Hanging my dromedary or camelback
Guying out a tent
Rigging traps
Rigging trip lines to KILL CHARLIE!
Enjoy
Why not just tie your cord around the trees? That doesn't injure the tree and it's one less item to carry.
Cause he knows all.
Rick ur right cord of itself is very useful and capable of multitasking. I find those little eyelets just as simple and have multiple uses though. They absolutely do not harm the tree however. Just as tapping a tree for syrup causes no harm.
"Civil disobedience is the highest form of protest"
In two days I have gotten like 3 posts/messages about toning it down or "know it all" All I said was eyelet hooks are useful! I also gave a post advocating Tom Browns books, and all I said was that anyone serious about gettign into wilderness survival should read them. That's controversial? I also gave my research findings on blade metallurgy ( i am a scientist) "As far as knowing it all". Humans really know very little, myself included.What's with all the political correctness? I refuse to be a domesticated human. Yes I have opinions and they are only mine, though some may agree. But I promise they are educated and vetted opinions. Example: Rambo type survival knives are a joke!
"Live Free or Die"
Ok, next one....flexible cable ties? What can they be used for?
How about a little less of the attitude,then we can ALL get along?Quote:
Originally Posted by Lost Lebowski
Cable Ties
Gear repair
Attach items to pack or belt
Loop handle for items such as flashlight
Expedient shoe lace (smaller size, pull through top eyelets)
Expedient pant or shirt button (same as shoelace)
Trouser blouser (especially in tick country)
Can we create a "attitude" thread elsewhere and not discuss it here? I would like to see this thread stay as an information thread for multi-use items.
Where the heck is Sarge? :confused:
What did you do to him Rick?:D:eek:
It's being handled.
Thank you!
I apologize mbarnatlQuote:
Originally Posted by mbarnatl
Cable ties can be sharp as heck once you cut them. We used tons of them in my job and I've poked myself sooooo many times. I wonder if a short section could be cut and inserted into the end of spear for fishing or even an arrow or dart? If cut to a point they will puncture skin.
There are Sooo many things that can be used for multiple purposes.. Whats important is keeping in mind the rules of improvisation... anyone remember all of them?
I work with lots of them... I now that you can cut human skin with them. My arms and hands have plenty of scars from sharp tie wraps.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rick
1. Determine your need.Quote:
Originally Posted by kabvorka
2. Inventory your available man-made and natural materials.
3. Consider the different ways you might meet your need.
4. Pick the one that best utilizes your time, energy, and materials.
5. Proceed with the plan, ensuring that the final product is safe and durable.
Some cable ties have a plastic 'tooth' that locks the tie. If you have a multi-tool or SAK you can sometimes push it back and open the tie. Not every time thing, but worth a try.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rick
Cable ties - lashing for shelter building (save your cordage)
I just want to say I am sorry if I rubbed anyone the wrong way in earlier posts. I'm pretty laid back and easy going so I guess I need to be more careful how I say things some times and I could certainly stand to be less opinionated so Mea Culpa. I've forgotten it, I hope everyone else can too. Hope this gives us all chuckle I have no idea how I came up with this but.
Top Ten Off-Lable Uses For Comdoms...
1. just in case u run into the tree dwelling hippy gilrs from the movie "without a paddle" whilst following a blood trail after shooting bambi!
2. field expedient touriquet
3. smuggling
4. back up waterbaloon for fighting cabin fever or wicked witches
5. forgot to bring Rick's cable ties (dont try cable ties for #1 they don't work I know! LOL)
6. cache pemmican in it ( for this one dont use for #1 on list before hand! )
7. make a sling shot with it ( again could get ugly if used for #1 first)
8. finger puppet! Again with the cabin fever and avoid 1. on list before hand!
9. Back up scrunchy for those tree dwellers pony tails
10. Covering your rifle barrel when it rains. Possible it's the best real use but also a metaphor for the intended pun! "This is my rifle this is my gun" either way you're covered!
Who can think of others?
(Yeah I know it's after 3 here but I'm on a 24hr ER shift)
Lost: all that people were meaning when calling you a newbie, was new to this forum. Because of the joys and annonymity (sp?) of the internet we don't know who you are or what experience you have. For all we know you could be Cody Lundin or a 14 year old brain surgeon. I know it's been said before, but there is an introductions section on the forum where you can tell the rest of us a little about yourself. Kind of helps us know where you're coming from. Anyway .... welcome.Quote:
Originally Posted by Lost Lebowski
Thanks Crash. How do I get to introductions? I did fill in some info on my profile yesterday.. Hope that helps. I'm a 36 y/o former MP in maine. I am a biologist and have a medical degree. I now practice internal and er medicine and generally take 4-6 long backpacking trips a year as well as enjoying running, biking, paddling, skiing, fishing, hunting, and anything else in the woods or on the sea.
Thanks. "Introductions" is a section labled under "General". Here's a link.
http://www.wilderness-survival.net/f...splay.php?f=14
ok... next one... uses for sewing thread!
Thread (too easy)
sutures
dental floss (hygiene in the bush!)
lashing (loop X ?)
tie off a water bag
expedient small game snare (dependent of type of thread)
replacement for lost eyeglass screw
fishing line
trip line
using with a stick for splint
Here's a duct tape related story: this weekend while my 3 year old grandson was here making a tower with blocks, he advised me to get the duct tape to hold them together when it kept falling down! Conditioned by his poppa--you betcha!!!:)
I read an extreme survival article which showed a fellow using a plastic bag (one of the oversized leaf bags) as a sleeping bag stuffed with newspapers for extra warmth.
Recycling at its best--garbage bag and newspapers!!:)
You gotta love a kid that knows how to use duct tape!
You can fix anything with duct tape and a hammer.Quote:
Originally Posted by Rick
You was one item with several uses for it? Hummmm,
DENTALFLOSS
tooth care
sewing thread
sutures
fishing line
guide line (Spelunking)
tiedown line
boot laces
snares
garroting line
clothes line
boundry marker
I'm sure that there are several other purposes, but I can't think of any more at this point.