A figure 4 deadfall is a more advanced type of trap but is nonetheless still easy to construct. The figure 4 is a trigger used to drop a weight onto a prey and crush it. The type of weight used may vary, but it should…
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A treadle spring snare can be used to acquire small prey which may travel on a trail. Survive the Outdoors provides an illustrated guide for making one. Use a treadle snare against small game on a trail. Dig a shallow hole in the trail. Then…
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A noosing wand can be used to capture small prey and certain kinds of birds. This article will show you how to make one. A noose stick or “noosing wand” is useful for capturing roosting birds or small mammals. It requires a patient operator. This…
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You can even catch elusive prey like birds with simple traps and tools. Survive the Outdoors has the details. An Ojibwa bird pole is a snare used by native Americans for centuries. To be effective, place it in a relatively open area away from tall…
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A squirrel pole is an excellent tool for capturing small prey. This article explains how to make one. A squirrel pole is a long pole placed against a tree in an area showing a lot of squirrel activity. Place several wire nooses along the top…
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A twitch-up is a supple sapling, which, when bent over and secured with a triggering device, will provide power to a variety of snares. Select a hardwood sapling along the trail. A twitch-up will work much faster and with more force if you remove all…
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A drag noose is another trap you can make with simple materials. Survive the Outdoors details specifics. Use a drag noose on an animal run. Place forked sticks on either side of the run and lay a sturdy crossmember across them. Tie the noose to…
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A snare is an easy and effective tool for securing food. This article details the instructions for making one. A simple snare consists of a noose placed over a trail or den hole and attached to a firmly planted stake. If the noose is some…
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You may find yourself in a survival situation that requires you to make use of materials locally available to you for acquiring food. This series will teach you how to effectively capture prey using a variety of traps and snares constructed with simple materials and…
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We’ve all seen the green tinted night vision images from spy movies and gadget shows and nearly everyone who has seen these shows has wanted to give night vision goggles a try. Good news: the great outdoors provide the perfect playground for night vision fun.…
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