About TrailSurvival.com
TrailSurvival.com exists to help hikers, campers, and outdoor enthusiasts build the skills they need to stay safe and ready when nature doesn’t go according to plan. Whether you’re tackling your first trail or refining your backwoods skills, this site delivers practical advice rooted in real experience – not buzzwords or survival-show theatrics.
From first aid to fire-starting, gear to fitness, we believe preparedness starts with knowledge, grows through experience, and leads to confidence outdoors.
About Mark
Hi, I’m Mark, the main voice behind TrailSurvival.com.
I’m not a Navy SEAL, former spy, or wilderness guru. I’m just a guy who never quite grew out of his love for the woods. I’ve had gear fail on me, boots blow out mid-hike, and plenty of humbling moments along the way. That’s how I learned what works, and what doesn’t, when you’re miles from help.
Over the years, I’ve hiked trails across the Midwest and beyond, refining my skills and building systems that actually hold up under pressure. TrailSurvival.com is where I share what I know: the basics, the hard lessons, and the things I wish someone had told me earlier.
This site is about staying ready, thinking smart, and learning to enjoy the outdoors without needing to “go full Rambo.” Thanks for being here.