Anyone who spends time in the backcountry knows the best-laid plans can go awry. In Survival for the Modern Hunter, John Barklow shares his wealth of knowledge, ideas and training tips to help you become a more capable and safer backcountry hunter.

There are three things to remember if you get stuck in the wilderness. In general, you can go three hours without shelter, three days without water and three weeks without food. In this chapter, John shares his advice on what to prioritize if you find yourself in an unexpected survival situation.

Exposure to the elements is the primary reason why people require rescue in the backcountry. In this chapter, John explains the ways your body loses heat, how to manage it and how to adapt to stay comfortable outdoors.

Seeking shelter should be your first survival priority. John explains why in this chapter, plus he discusses the modern gear he recommends and shows you how to build several types of shelters with the resources you pack or find in the wilderness.

What exactly is a possibles pouch? Why should you always hunt with one? John answers these questions in this chapter and takes you through the items he recommends so you’ll be able to personalize your own kit based on your hunting style and experience.

Food and water are vital for survival in the outdoors. John shares his recommendations on how to plan ahead to make sure you stay fed and hydrated for any unplanned situations in the backcountry.

Making a fire shouldn’t be your first survival priority, but it is a skill all hunters should possess. In this chapter, John shares the three critical elements required to build and sustain a fire and the gear you should carry in your kit to do so.

You can’t always rely on modern technology in the backcountry. It’s important to have a solid communication plan and backup ways to signal for help in an emergency. John shares the three pieces of gear he packs for signaling and the important information that should be part of your communication ...

A medical kit is critical for your health and safety in the mountains. In this chapter, John shares the factors to consider when assembling your kit, where to carry it and how and when to use it.

In stressful situations, most people don’t rise to their expectations but rather fall to the level of their training. In this final chapter, John shares how focused preparation and training can make the difference in survival for the modern hunter.