Ultimate Guide to Primitive Camping and Bushcraft Skills

In bushcraft and survival camping, author and outdoor survival expert Chris Speir provides readers with all of the information they need to participate in the most exciting, adventurous type of wilderness camping, safely and with confidence. In primitive camping, campers do without the standard resources one can find at a more traditional campsite, making do with whatever they bring in.
Chris Speir, an expert at bushcraft technique, is the founder of Speir Outdoors, an online education resource that teaches viewers how to camp, the basics of bushcraft and survival skills, ensuring that every trip into the wild is one taken with confidence in one’s ability to overcome whatever challenge they may come across.
In this book, Speir covers a wide range of topics, enhanced throughout with full-color photography that details exactly how to perform each and every technique. Skills and survival techniques covered include:
• What to know before you go
• Camping gear – what you should bring and why
• Site selection – dangers to look for, available firewood and water resources
• Shelter – clothing, fabricated shelters, including A-frames and diamond fly, and hammocks and tents
• Water – dangers of camping near water, collecting water, water purification and filtering water
• Fire – how to create a fire kit, collect materials and then start a fire
• Food – includes what to bring, what to eat and how to prepare it
• Cooking – how to cook food over a campfire, use a commercial stove, or make your own
Each section is enhanced with bushcraft and survival hacks to help provide extra insights and knowledge for handling outdoor survival situations that call for ingenuity in the field.

From the Publisher

Master the Wild: Primitive Camping for Real-World Survival

Learn essential bushcraft skills and primitive camping techniques with step-by-step guidance from expert Chris Speir. Build fires, purify water, cook over open flames, and thrive with minimal gear—no campground required.

A Trusted Survival Guide from the Creator of Speir Outdoors

Whether you’re a seasoned outdoorsman or brand-new to backcountry adventures, Primitive Camping and Bushcraft delivers a clear, field-tested approach to surviving without the comforts of traditional campsites. Written by Chris Speir, the founder of the popular YouTube channel Speir Outdoors, this guide walks you through every step of the primitive camping process with full-color photos and no-nonsense advice. You’ll learn how to choose the best campsite, construct durable shelters, build reliable fire kits, and safely source and purify drinking water. The book also teaches wilderness cooking methods, gear recommendations, and fire-starting skills—all backed by real-world experience.

Step-by-step tutorials enhanced with full-color photography Covers the “5 C’s of Survival”: Cutting, Combustion, Cover, Container, Cordage Learn wilderness survival hacks for real-time problem-solving Gear lists, safety tips, and preparation checklists included Ideal for bushcraft camping, off-grid living, and nature survivalists

Camp Off the Grid

Discover how to select a safe, resource-rich location, set up shelter, and manage water sources responsibly. Includes safety tips and gear essentials for primitive environments.

Build Fires Like a Pro

Master the critical art of fire-starting, from collecting tinder to building a long-lasting flame. Learn how to create a custom fire kit and cook over a campfire or DIY stove—even in wet conditions.

Survive Smarter, Not Harder

Packed with survival hacks and bushcraft tips, this guide gives you the confidence to tackle outdoor challenges with creativity, preparation, and grit.

Cook in the Wild

Forget freeze-dried meals. Learn techniques to prepare hearty, satisfying meals over an open flame using tools you make yourself or bring along in your minimalist gear kit.

Add to Cart

Add to Cart

Add to Cart

Add to Cart

Add to Cart

Add to Cart

Customer Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars 20

4.8 out of 5 stars 160

4.6 out of 5 stars 20

4.8 out of 5 stars 45

4.8 out of 5 stars 469

5.0 out of 5 stars 61

Price

SEK 90.12SEK90.12 SEK 153.27SEK153.27 SEK 140.19SEK140.19 SEK 135.23SEK135.23 SEK 154.08SEK154.08 SEK 72.80SEK72.80

Be ready for anything. Protect your family. Survive the worst that man – and nature – have to offer. Survive and thrive in the wild with these 100 practical skills and techniques for mastering the outdoors under any conditions. Get the knowledge and skills to protect yourself and your family – no matter what situation you find yourself in. Every boy will find something fun and fascinating in this official book inspired by the life and legacy of John Wayne. It’s the perfect guide for boys on the cusp of becoming young men!. Learn how to live a more independent, self-sufficient life – just like Duke. 365 days of lessons inspired by Duke, with quotes drawn from his most beloved films and his remarkable life.

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Media Lab Books
Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 2, 2024
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1956403582
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1956403589
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.1 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.55 x 8.95 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #77,551 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #29 in Camping (Books) #56 in Survival & Emergency Preparedness #90 in Hiking & Camping Instructional Guides
Customer Reviews: 4.9 4.9 out of 5 stars (62) var dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction; P.when(‘A’, ‘ready’).execute(function(A) { if (dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction !== true) { dpAcrHasRegisteredArcLinkClickAction = true; A.declarative( ‘acrLink-click-metrics’, ‘click’, { “allowLinkDefault”: true }, function (event) { if (window.ue) { ue.count(“acrLinkClickCount”, (ue.count(“acrLinkClickCount”) || 0) + 1); } } ); } }); P.when(‘A’, ‘cf’).execute(function(A) { A.declarative(‘acrStarsLink-click-metrics’, ‘click’, { “allowLinkDefault” : true }, function(event){ if(window.ue) { ue.count(“acrStarsLinkWithPopoverClickCount”, (ue.count(“acrStarsLinkWithPopoverClickCount”) || 0) + 1); } }); });