Survival Stories, Expert Advice & Outdoor Skills

Field & Stream's survival coverage combines practical outdoor knowledge, real-world experience, and compelling stories that prepare readers to handle unexpected situations in the wilderness. From emergency preparedness and backcountry survival techniques to firsthand survival stories and expert advice, our content helps outdoor enthusiasts build the confidence and skills needed to stay safe wherever their adventures take them.

Our survival stories explore real-life experiences that highlight the importance of preparation, decision-making, and resilience in challenging environments. Learn how experienced outdoorsmen and women have navigated extreme weather, wilderness emergencies, remote expeditions, and unexpected encounters while applying practical survival skills under pressure.

Our expert how-to guides cover essential wilderness survival topics including shelter building, fire starting, navigation, water purification, first aid, emergency gear, food gathering, and survival planning. Whether you're hiking deep into the backcountry, hunting remote public land, camping with family, or preparing for emergencies at home, our articles provide practical knowledge that can help you stay safe and self-reliant.

Field & Stream also explores survival gear, preparedness strategies, and outdoor skills that benefit every hunter, angler, camper, and adventurer. From everyday outdoor readiness to life-saving wilderness techniques, Field & Stream delivers trusted survival stories, expert instruction, and practical guidance for anyone who spends time outdoors.