Basic Bushcraft Survival

Basic Bushcraft Survival: The Complete Guide to Living with Nature

Discover the timeless skills of self-reliance, resilience, and harmony with nature in Basic Bushcraft Survival: The Complete Guide to Living with Nature.

Bushcraft is more than survival—it’s a way of life. In this comprehensive guide, Miles Rennick takes you step by step through the philosophy and practice of living with the land, blending ancient traditions with modern techniques. Whether you’re a beginner looking to master the essentials or an experienced outdoorsperson seeking to deepen your connection with nature, this book equips you with the knowledge to not just endure the wilderness, but to thrive within it.

Inside you’ll learn how to:

  • Build effective shelters from natural materials, tarps, and cordage

  • Master firecraft, from modern methods to primitive bow drills and flint & steel

  • Find, collect, and purify safe drinking water in any environment

  • Forage edible and medicinal plants while avoiding poisonous look-alikes

  • Hunt, trap, and fish with respect for balance and sustainability

  • Navigate using the sun, stars, and land itself—without modern devices

  • Craft tools from wood, bone, and stone, and preserve food for long-term camp life

  • Develop the mindset of patience, resilience, and awareness essential for outdoor living

Spanning forty chapters, this book covers everything from camp hygiene and cooking in the wild to weather awareness, group bushcraft, and even the spiritual connection of living close to the land.

Whether your goal is preparedness, outdoor adventure, or simply finding peace in simplicity, Basic Bushcraft Survival is your complete handbook to reconnecting with the natural world.

Step into the wilderness with confidence. Learn the skills. Live the philosophy. Discover bushcraft.