Indholdsfortegnelse for June 2019 i American Outdoor Guide

I had a little time before a family function on a recent weekend, so I decided to spend some of it reorganizing a bit of the stuff in my garage. I was making good headway ... until I reached up to move a kayak and scraped my arm on something just out of sight. In my garage, this isn’t an unusual event, so I reflexively checked my arm to make sure I hadn’t broken the skin or been impaled by a big splinter. To my surprise, upon inspecting the site, I found a neat and arrow-straight 2-inch incision that provided me with a new, unobstructed view of the muscle in the underside of my forearm. I had caught my arm on the corner of a big piece of sheet metal.…

If you have a senior relative living in an assisted-care facility, have a conversation with the management about disasters: What contingency plans does the facility have in place in order to provide for the residents if the power goes out or if some sort of crisis causes staff shortages? If you find it necessary to bring your family member back home temporarily in order to better meet their needs, what does that process entail? Give some thought regarding what emergency supplies you could store in their room at the facility, including food and water. They won’t have space for much, but every little bit will help until you’re able to get there.…

Given that the majority of our communication is nonverbal, it makes sense that there are so many misunderstandings when it comes to the online world. Whether we’re talking about social media, text messages or even e-mail, it can be incredibly easy to misinterpret what is written. Emojis and other symbols can help clarify things. Even a simple “LOL” tacked onto a message will soften an otherwise harsh-sounding message. That said, one of the best ways to prevent misunderstandings is to say what you mean and mean what you say. It might take an extra couple of seconds to read over the message and ensure it communicates what you truly mean, but that will certainly be time well spent. While you’re at it, proper spelling and punctuation exist for a reason.…

When looking for a good surplus military rifle, a great place to start might be a gun shop that caters to hunters and sport shooters. This might sound like the exact opposite place to go, but the truth is that many of these shops will take old rifles in trade to make a sale. Here is where you can find good deals, because these shops' main business isn't military surplus. The prices could be better than at a shop that routinely buys and sells surplus firearms. A gun show is also the place to find deals—but, again, it takes the right show. Head to a gun show that draws in the sport shooter and modern firearms enthusiast rather than a show filled with antique arms and collectors. While it is…

[Editor’s note: Defensive and tactical driving maneuvers can be dangerous and should only be performed by drivers who have trained with professional instructors. Use of techniques described in this story can result in serious injury or death to the driver and others around them. The best way to mitigate exposure to dangerous situations is to be observant and avoid them whenever possible. In all cases, consult local laws before performing any of the techniques described in this article.] Learning how to master tactical driving skills cannot be done simply by reading or playing video games. The best way to acquire these skills is to attend a professional evasive driving course at which you can be trained by highly experienced and knowledgeable instructors. Top schools are able to offer the proper…

The Quonset hut-style greenhouses at family-owned Nuccio’s Nurseries (Altadena, California) are good examples of low-cost, do-it-yourself greenhouses. This farm, established in 1935, specializes in camellias and azaleas for home gardeners and landscapers. It also does grafting and seed-growing and has developed many unique varieties over the years. Tom Nuccio, one of the owners, explained that his father and uncle built the five greenhouses on their mountain property in the mid-1950s. Each greenhouse was begun with metal tubing that was bent into a large arch for the shape of the structure. There was one arch about every 4 or 5 feet. These arches were then secured by horizontal wooden strips that were fastened to the arches, giving the basic framework horizontal structural stability. Most of the Quonset hut greenhouses were first…

Many counties will set up special needs shelters in a disaster. Reach out to your county’s emergency management team to inquire about the planned locations for any such shelters. While they probably won’t be offering any sort of advanced medical services at these shelters, they are often staffed with trained personnel who are experienced with assisting the elderly, along with others who might require extra help. These shelters might require advance registration. Be sure to ask about that when you speak with the emergency management team.…

It’s amazing how fabrics as thin as the cover of this magazine can mean the difference between surviving a night outdoors and suffering hypothermia, miserable insect bites or the dangers of uninvited guests visiting you from your surrounding environment. The fact is, a shelter is just as important as food, water and fire during an emergency or survival situation. If you can keep one with you at all times, you’ll be ahead of the game. Choosing your structure, however, can be a detailed and intricate process. The key to selecting the best one for your situation is to do your homework. From the number of occupants to the environment in which it will be used to its weight, ease of assembly and strength to battle the outdoors, all key categories…

Robert W.D. Ball, Mauser Military Rifles of the World (4th Edition); Gun Digest Books (2006) Fred A. Datig, Soviet Russian Tokarev "TT" Pistols and Cartridges 1929-1953; Michael Zomber Company (1990) Will Fowler and Patrick Sweeney, The World Encyclopedia of Rifles and Machine Guns; World Publications Group (2011) Fred L. Honeycut Jr. and F. Patt Anthony, Military Rifles of Japan (5th Edition); Julin Books (2013) John Hutchins, Conquest of Empire, Defence of The Realm: The British Soldier's Rifle 1800 to 2014; Tommy Atkins Media Limited (2014) Terence W. Lapin, The Mosin-Nagant Rifle (4th Edition); North Cape Publications (2007) Joe Poyer, The Model 1903 Springfield Rifle and its Variations (4th Revised Edition); North Cape Publications (2013)…

Dr. Adams pointed out that there were six top herbs used by the Chumash in healing: mugwort, sagebrush, white sage, black sage, bay and yerba santa. These are described in detail in the book he co-wrote with Cecilia Garcia. Artemisia douglasiana “Use this plant for PMS, menopause or dysmenorrhea. It’s also good for attention deficit disorder. You can use it to relieve itching from stinging nettles and poison oak. This plant contains serotonergic agents that interfere with addiction mechanisms.” Artemisia californica “Native Americans have traditionally used sagebrush liniments in pain therapy. The main pain-relieving targets are the various transient receptor potential channels in sensory neurons of the skin. Used with rubbing alcohol to make a liniment, this is a powerful pain reliever.” White Sage “A drink is made by putting…

Whether you are just starting out or looking for replacement parts to get an existing greenhouse back into shape, there are plenty of suppliers that can sell you anything from sheeting and polycarbonate panels to a top-of-the-line commercial greenhouse suitable for a serious farming operation. Growers Solution sells greenhouse covers of various materials, as well as complete greenhouse kits. The prices and sizes vary, but this company has a variety likely to include an option for any level of interest and experience. GROWERS SOLUTION (866) 928-3390 www.GrowersSolution.com Peaceful Valley Farm Supply sells a few kits in various price ranges. For example, you can purchase a 6x10-foot greenhouse with framing and cover for $748, or you can get an 8x16-foot greenhouse with redwood framing for $3,798. This company also has a…

You’ve no doubt seen the commercials featuring someone who has fallen and is in need of assistance. Medical alert systems involve a wearable call button that can put the person in touch with a service that can summon help, such as an ambulance or a family member. While many of us have a cell phone, either in our hand or in a pocket almost all the time, that might not be the case with a senior citizen. Further, the phone might end up out of reach. Digital assistant apps such as Alexa might not be in range of the person’s voice; and the apps might not have the ability to call 911. A necklace with an alert device attached might be a better option. One decision that needs to be…

Another benefit of old firearms is that the parts are almost always 100 percent interchangeable among the same models ... but the key is the same models. Very few, if any, parts from a German K98 will work with a British Lee-Enfield, but even within respective firearms families, there can be variations. There are some exceptions. Magazines made for the Lee-Enfield, which went through numerous updates, improvements and models throughout its lifespan, are not always interchangeable. Some will work, so if you have a No. 4 and No. 5, magazines are interchangeable—but neither will work with the No. 1 MkIII version! The same holds true for bolts and other parts. Mosin-Nagants tend to be more forgiving; and, while these rifles went through numerous updates between 1891 and 1959, the bolt…

SCHRADE JESSICA X This knife measures 17.5 inches with a 9-inch blade. The 8.5-inch handle works well to offset the long blade. The blade is made from 1070 steel and has a hollow grind. The curved handle and the barong hook at the end provide some flexibility for how this knife can be used. BARK RIVER JX4 BUSHBAT The Bushbat combines the aspects of a great bushcraft knife with a karambit handle. It has an overall length of 7.75 inches and a blade length of slightly more than 3.5 inches. Blade steel is A2 tool steel. Weighing in at a bit more than 4 ounces, it is the perfect EDC knife. LTWK JX2 JESSMUK I have to admit that I am a bit biased when it comes to the Jessmuk,…

Although there is a comprehensive depth to Dr. Adams’ scope of teaching, he usually emphasizes that he’s not healing anyone; he’s only making it possible for the body to heal itself. His family came to Virginia from England in 1635 and learned healing from the Native Americans to stay alive. BLACK SAGE SUN TEA FOOT SOAK FOR ALL BODY PAINS Soak about ¼ pound of black sage leaves and stems (Salvia mellifera) in 2 quarts of water and set it in the sun for several hours until the tea is dark reddish-brown. Strain the liquid. Pour the sun tea into a pan and soak feet for 15 to 20 minutes each day for seven days. Cover and refrigerate after each use. Wait one week to see what happens to your…