Survival Reference Library
Food, Water & Foraging
Finding, procuring, and safely preparing food and drinking water in any environment — from wild plants to hunting and fishing.
Topics in Food, Water & Foraging
Water Purification & Sourcing
Filtration, boiling, chemical treatment, solar disinfection, and techniques for locating water in any terrain.
Wild Plant Foraging & Identification
Edible plant identification, toxic plant avoidance, seasonal foraging calendars, and preparation guides.
Hunting & Big Game
Field craft, tracking, shot placement, field dressing, meat processing, and game hanging techniques.
Trapping & Snaring
Deadfall traps, wire snares, set placement strategy, and small game procurement for survival situations.
Fishing, Nets & Aquatics
Rod, line, net, weir, and improvised fishing techniques for rivers, lakes, and coastal waters.
Field Cooking & Improvised Equipment
Open fire cooking, camp stoves, improvised cookware, and food safety and hygiene when outdoors.
Insects & Alternative Protein Sources
Entomophagy, grubs, larvae, and other non-traditional protein sources for survival nutrition.
Nutrition & Caloric Planning
Energy requirements, macronutrient ratios, vitamin deficiency recognition, and dietary planning for field operations.
About This Collection
All manuals in this section are public domain. Sources include U.S. military field manuals, FEMA emergency guides, USDA publications, Coast Guard handbooks, and pre-1928 historical texts. Formatted for easy online reading — no download or sign-up required.