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Both show medical supplies and highlight outdoor and urban readiness https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/preparedness-in-action-how-an-emergency-kit-saved-the-day 2024-12-06T08:29:41-06:00 weekly https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/mastering-cold-weather-exposure-training-with-squatch-survival-gear 2024-12-09T15:02:54-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_Survival_Gear_Cold_Weather_Exposure_training_Blog.webp?v=1733777950 Mastering Cold Weather Exposure Training with Squatch Survival Gear Bigfoot trekking through a snowy wilderness with a rugged tactical squatch survival backpack. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/urban-tactical-backpack-guide 2024-12-12T11:42:28-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/1bd96f54-bc1f-45f1-8ca5-9b8d63d6071e.webp?v=1734024948 What Makes an Urban Tactical Backpack Different from a Regular Backpack? https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-ultimate-guide-to-choosing-the-right-survival-equipment-for-hiking-and-backpacking-1 2024-12-16T10:33:55-06:00 weekly https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/fuelbox-survivor-kit-v2 2024-12-18T12:02:25-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_using_solar_power_520x500_692252d6-27fe-4fcc-8880-82de81ec241f.webp?v=1734544945 Introducing the Fuelbox Survivor Kit V2: Your Ultimate Survival Ally https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/military-backpacks-for-hikes 2024-12-20T12:22:47-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/2c4f38e8-66be-4fe0-ac08-64112e211ed5.webp?v=1734718967 7 Reasons Why Military Backpacks Are Perfect for Hikes https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/rucksack-outdoor-experience 2025-01-06T15:37:26-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/4f09c338-5d3e-4f0e-8306-d252ce17f60b.webp?v=1736198528 9 Ways a Good Rucksack Can Enhance Your Outdoor Experience https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/prepping-for-cold-weather-when-traveling-stay-warm-stay-ready 2025-01-07T16:10:27-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/A_Sasquatch_traveling_through_a_snowy_wilderness.jpg?v=1736287827 Prepping for Cold Weather When Traveling: Stay Warm, Stay Ready Sasquatch traveling through the snow with a rugged tactical backpack, perfect for visually enhancing your blog post about cold-weather travel preparation. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/he-importance-of-supporting-squatch-survival-gear-every-little-bit-matters 2025-01-09T08:30:05-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_Survival_Gear_Support_American_Made_3_520x500_653cdb1f-1c78-4347-abc6-76e617dca14d.jpg?v=1736365329 Squatch Survival Gear: Why Every Little Bit Matters https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/surviving-wildfires-in-urban-environments-expert-tips-for-preparedness 2025-01-10T08:30:03-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Bigfoot_Urban_Wildfire.jpg?v=1736451433 Surviving Wildfires in Urban Environments: Expert Tips for Preparedness https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/bright-ideas-the-alpen-optics-tek-light-that-ll-light-your-way 2025-01-13T15:30:35-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/IMG_20250113_152552_510.jpg?v=1736803835 Bright Ideas: The Alpen Optics Tek-Light That’ll Light Your Way alpen optics tek headlamp gear dump on squatch suvival gear https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/shotshow-2025 2025-01-17T10:27:32-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Where_is_Squatch_Convention_Scene_520x500_90bafcda-e8c9-4fb1-9b67-aeef45b95f40.jpg?v=1737131252 Shotshow 2025 https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/some-highlight-from-shotshow-2025 2025-01-27T16:58:17-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Bigfoot_SHOT_Show_Blog_Post.jpg?v=1738018697 Some highlights from SHOTshow 2025 https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/cold-weather-layering-for-the-south-staying-warm-without-overheating 2025-02-03T14:33:02-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/A_friendly_Sasquatch_Woobie_Hoodie.jpg?v=1738614782 Cold-Weather Layering for the South: Staying Warm Without Overheating Here’s a friendly Sasquatch rocking a pullover-style Woobie Hoodie near a cozy campfire! It captures warmth, adventure, and a bit of that Squatch Survival Gear spirit. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/light-up-the-trail-introducing-reflective-molle-straps-by-squatch-survival-gear-and-jogalite 2025-02-05T11:30:02-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_Survival_Gear_Reflective_MOLLE_Straps.webp?v=1738715293 Light Up the Trail: Introducing Reflective MOLLE Straps Reflective MOLLE Straps by Squatch Survival Gear & Jogalite offer 1,000-ft visibility, all-weather durability, and a secure MOLLE/PALS fit. Made in the USA. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/why-we-call-it-the-gnome-a-chest-pack-built-for-survivors 2025-02-06T10:30:01-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_Survival_gear_blog_post_about_the_gnome_A_rugged_tactical-style_gnome_wearing_a_military-style_chest_pack._The_gnome_has_a_long_beard_a_sturdy_outdoor_outfit_and_a_determined.webp?v=1738788024 Why We Call It The Gnome: A Chest Pack Built for Survivors https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/proper-technique-for-long-distance-rucking-and-heavy-pack-movement 2025-02-08T13:47:40-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_Survival_Gear_A_massive_muscular_Bigfoot_carrying_a_heavy_backpack_while_trekking_through_a_steep_dense_forest_terrain._The_scene_is_rugged_with_fallen_logs_roc.webp?v=1739044060 Proper Technique for Long-Distance Rucking and Heavy Pack Movement Squatch Survival Gear Bigfoot rucking thru the forest mountains https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-gnome-chest-pack-ultimate-on-demand-storage-for-survivalists 2025-07-20T16:52:52-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch-survival-gear-gnome-black-chest-pack.png?v=1753048372 The Gnome Chest Pack: Ultimate On-Demand Storage for Survivalists squatch-survival-gear-gnome-black-chest-pack presale blog post https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/introducing-storm-whistles-to-the-squatch-survival-gear-lineup-the-loudest-emergency-whistle-made-in-the-usa 2025-02-13T12:00:02-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_Survival_Gear_Storm_Whistle.png?v=1739406038 Introducing Storm Whistles to the Squatch Survival Gear Lineup – The Loudest Emergency Whistle Made in the USA https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/%F0%9F%8E%92-the-kakamora-a-squatch-survival-gear-redesign-of-the-molle-medium%F0%9F%8E%92 2025-02-25T09:30:03-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Kakamora_Shopify_Blog_Optimized_24284577-2cf8-4719-8dd5-fba663c9118a.jpg?v=1740430569 🎒 The Kakamora: A Squatch Survival Gear Redesign of the MOLLE Medium🎒 https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-squatch-tactical-edc-belt-lightweight-strength-built-for-everyday-carry 2025-07-20T16:54:13-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch_survival_gear_tactical_edc_belt_made_in_usa.webp?v=1753048453 The Squatch Tactical EDC Belt: Lightweight Strength, Built for Everyday Carry https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-first-mod-fixing-what-uncle-sam-issued 2025-03-03T14:20:56-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_Survival_Gear_blog_post_The_First_Mod_Fixing_What_Uncle_Sam_Issued.webp?v=1741033256 The First Mod: Fixing What Uncle Sam Issued https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/mastering-terrain-features-for-land-navigation 2025-03-07T14:53:12-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_Survival_gear_terrain_features_blog_post_03.07.25.jpg?v=1741380792 Mastering Terrain Features for Land Navigation: Squatch survival gear series on land navigation topographical map https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/mastering-terrain-features-the-foundation-of-land-navigation-part-1 2025-03-11T10:52:37-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch_survival_gear_5_major_terrain_features_shopify_ready_310259f8-baf6-4576-ad6e-c04ea60d858b.png?v=1741708357 Mastering Terrain Features: The Foundation of Land Navigation - part 1 Detailed illustration of the five major terrain features for land navigation: Hill, Ridge, Valley, Saddle, and Depression. Includes topographic map representations and cross-section views, https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/mastering-minor-terrain-features-elevate-your-land-navigation-skills-part-2 2025-03-13T10:30:02-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/minor_terrain_features_grid_531b6d2f-d4b4-4f12-8a78-cf9c7acb21d5.png?v=1741716427 Mastering Minor Terrain Features: Elevate Your Land Navigation Skills part 2 squatch survival gear minor terrain features blog post made in usa https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/panic-azimuth-your-emergency-navigation-lifeline 2025-03-20T10:30:02-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/panic_azimuth_squatch_survival_gear_blog_land_nav_series_baae2129-fcc7-44ba-b82a-b55806b23b45.png?v=1741878471 Panic Azimuth: Your Emergency Navigation Lifeline Hiker using a compass and topographic map to navigate a panic azimuth in rugged wilderness terrain https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/mastering-terrain-association-techniques-for-land-navigation 2025-03-18T10:15:01-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch_survival_gear_terrain_association_blog.webp?v=1741878449 Mastering Terrain Association Techniques for Land Navigation A Sasquatch standing on a ridge, studying a topographic https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/applying-terrain-features-to-real-world-navigation 2025-03-25T19:34:42-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/applying-terrain-features-real-world-navigation-squatch-survival-gear.png?v=1742949282 Applying Terrain Features to Real-World Navigation Squatch survival gear applying terrain features and understanding declination https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/how-to-read-the-legend-of-a-topographic-map 2025-03-27T16:30:02-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/bigfoot-topographic-map-blog-header.jpg?v=1742675230 🧭 How 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https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/where-to-get-topographic-maps-online-offline-and-off-the-beaten-path 2025-04-03T10:30:02-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch_survival_gear_terrain_association_blog_3171eebb-5f23-46f6-b7ea-da79b2adb21d.webp?v=1743609453 How to Get Topographic Maps: Online, Offline, and Off the Beaten Path https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/urban-land-navigation-finding-your-way-when-the-grid-goes-down 2025-04-08T11:00:01-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Bigfoot_Urban_Squatch.webp?v=1744038521 Urban Land Navigation: Finding Your Way When the Grid Goes Down Urban Land nav squatch survival gear https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/boot-n-shoot-n-2025-supporting-heroes-one-shot-at-a-time 2025-04-18T13:07:08-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/BootnShoot_Squatch_Event_Image6_700x1000_12dd5e1c-034f-478f-935c-f41d44bd4da2.jpg?v=1744999628 Boot’n & Shoot’n 2025: Supporting Heroes, One Shot at a Time Squatch Survival Gear at Boot’n & Shoot’n 2025 event booth with veterans and first responders, showcasing EDC gear in support of 1st There Foundation. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/tariffs-are-reshaping-u-s-manufacturing 2025-04-23T13:57:12-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/ChatGPT_Image_Apr_23_2025_01_53_26_PM.png?v=1745434632 Tariffs Are Reshaping U.S. Manufacturing ilhouette of Bigfoot carrying a tactical backpack in front of a waving American flag with bold text reading "100% American-Made Gear – Built Before Tariffs, Built to Last," promoting Berry-compliant survival gear by Squatch Survival Gear. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/squatch-survival-gear-tactical-admin-pouch-3 2025-04-28T10:43:45-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Admin_utlity_pouch_front_squatch_Survival_gear__made_in_usa_900f0417-1213-4475-a975-6d1ec075445b.jpg?v=1745855025 Squatch 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https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-kit-that-buys-you-time-why-the-tactical-ifak-advanced-belongs-on-your-pack 2025-05-14T15:40:38-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/FA142-ADV_B_OC-600x600_9e79c625-59b3-48ca-9e09-00b87882e7f9.jpg?v=1747255238 The Kit That Buys You Time: Why the Tactical IFAK – Advanced Belongs on Your Pack Tactical IFAK – Advanced Blog post https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/remembering-spc-wershow-a-brother-in-arms 2025-05-20T14:41:35-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/zzwershow-jeffrey_da7d0597-3072-452a-ae08-7243a901a554.jpg?v=1747770095 Remembering SPC Wershow: A Brother in Arms https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/remembering-cpt-nathan-king-the-war-doesn-t-always-end-when-you-come-home 2025-05-21T15:00:09-05:00 weekly https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/a-veterans-tribute-maj-larry-bauguess-remembered 2025-05-22T15:00:03-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/8258a60e95b35f8e93ca80c360f61f9a_249x311_0x0_250x311_crop_26fbc2ad-9b2f-4d12-bea2-b7a5e4421067.jpg?v=1747846895 A Veteran's Tribute – MAJ Larry Bauguess Remembered https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/memorial-day-tribute-remembering-turner 2025-05-23T15:00:03-05:00 weekly https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/book-review-how-to-survive-against-the-odds 2025-05-28T11:37:34-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/how_to_survive_against_the_odds.png?v=1748450254 Book Review: How to Survive Against the Odds Sasquatch reading “How to Survive Against the Odds” in the woods, wearing a Squatch Survival Gear USA-made tactical backpack—perfect for preppers, survivalists, and wilderness training. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/lost-at-sea-lessons-from-chapter-1-of-how-to-survive-against-the-odds 2025-05-29T13:59:39-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_survival_gear_against_the_odds_chp_1_review.png?v=1748545179 Lost at Sea: Lessons from Chapter 1 of How to Survive Against the Odds A Sasquatch reads How to Survive Against the Odds by Mike Corey and Cassie De Pecol while floating in an orange emergency life raft on the open ocean. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/chapter-2-review-how-to-survive-against-the-odds-lost-in-the-desert 2025-05-30T12:40:24-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/against_the_odds_chp_2_reivew.png?v=1748626824 Chapter 2 Review – How to Survive Against the Odds: Lost in the Desert Bigfoot reads How to Survive Against the Odds while floating in an orange emergency life raft at sea, Squatch Survival Gear logo in the corner. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/chapter-3-whiteout-on-mount-hood 2025-06-06T15:25:55-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_Blizzard_Landscape_Shopify_e56e8d06-9483-42af-9fdc-62263fb48402.jpg?v=1749241555 Whiteout on Mount Hood: Survival Lessons: Chapter 3: Against the Odds Sasquatch stands in a snowy blizzard reading How to Survive Against the Odds with focus and determination, wearing a backpack, beside bold Squatch Survival Gear https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/cold-weather-survival-loadout-essentials 2025-06-06T15:15:12-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Cold_Weather_Survival_Checklist_Branded_Website_2bb264a6-5b7e-475e-9914-3554535c655d.jpg?v=1749240912 Cold Weather Survival Loadout Essentials https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/tactical-survival-pdfs-you-can-print-free-from-squatch-survival-gear/%F0%9F%8C%BF-ultimate-jungle-survival-checklist 2025-06-09T15:00:01-05:00 weekly https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/arctic-survival-tips-from-chapter-5-against-the-odds 2025-06-17T11:14:41-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Arctic_Squatch_Wrangel.jpg?v=1750176881 🧊 Arctic Survival Tips from Chapter 5: Against the Odds Learn Arctic survival skills from Chapter 5 of Against the Odds: hunting, hydration, cold weather gear, snow blindness, and building an igloo. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/surviving-a-shark-attack-lessons-from-chapter-6-of-against-the-odds 2025-06-17T11:15:03-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/chp6_shark_attack_review_against_the_odds.png?v=1750176661 Surviving a Shark Attack: Lessons from Chapter 6 of Against the Odds Bitten by a shark while surfing, Leanne survives a brutal attack. Learn survival tips from Against the Odds Chapter 6 and gear up with Squatch Survival Gear. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/jungle-survival-tips-from-chapter-4-against-the-odds-1 2025-06-18T12:18:01-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_Jungle_Wide_Final.jpg?v=1750267081 Jungle Survival Tips from Chapter 4: Against the Odds https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/chapter-7-surviving-a-brown-bear-attack-in-alaska 2025-06-19T15:20:44-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_Bear_Encounter_Landscape.jpg?v=1750364444 Chapter 7: Surviving a Brown Bear Attack in Alaska Sasquatch observes a brown bear and cub in snowy Alaskan terrain, highlighting wilderness survival from Chapter 7 of Against the Odds. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/crocodile-survival-tips-from-chapter-8-against-the-odds 2025-06-25T14:39:31-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/survive_a_crocodile_attack_chp_8.jpg?v=1750880371 Crocodile Survival Tips from Chapter 8: Against the Odds Sasquatch faces crocodile in Australian swamp, showcasing Squatch Survival Gear backpack—built for real-world survival and adventure. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/press-release-squatch-survival-gear-launches-vietnam-tiger-stripe-mothman-backpack 2025-07-15T19:41:11-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_acaa4a11-d190-4e69-91d3-eb4a409ec4cd.jpg?v=1752626471 PRESS RELEASE: Squatch Survival Gear Launches Vietnam Tiger Stripe Mothman Backpack Squatch Survival Gear Mothman Backpack in Vietnam Tiger Stripe—Berry-compliant, American-made tactical pack for jungle operations, EDC, and travel. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/when-the-water-comes-for-you-flood-survival-tips-from-the-field 2025-07-16T16:45:02-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Flood_Survival_Squatch_Image.webp?v=1752701768 When the Water Comes for You: Flood Survival Tips from the Field Sasquatch carrying a pack and GPS through floodwaters in a storm, representing flood survival gear from Squatch Survival Gear. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/answering-the-call-bringing-aid-to-the-flood-zone-in-ingram-texas 2025-07-17T16:30:03-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/1000025367.jpg?v=1752701326 Answering the Call: Bringing Aid to the Flood Zone in Ingram, Texas picture from project grit showing the level of the guadalupe flood lear https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/part-two-relief-reality-and-what-happens-next 2025-07-18T16:30:02-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/1000025367_2083e95b-ed51-49a0-b1ab-1cf9de92b787.jpg?v=1752701828 Part Two: Relief, Reality, and What Happens Next project grit picture of the flood level of the guadalupe river https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/what-to-pack-in-your-wet-weather-bags-for-hiking-camping-and-when-the-sky-falls-out 2025-07-21T16:30:04-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_Survival_Gear_Wet_Weather_Bag_tutorial.png?v=1753048883 Essential Gear to Keep in Wet Weather Bags for Any Emergency Sasquatch in the rain sealing an orange dry bag, wearing a backpack, standing near a flooded forest during a survival hike. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-truth-about-cheap-tactical-packs-vs-american-made-backpacks 2025-07-22T16:30:03-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/ChatGPT_Image_Jul_18_2025_02_18_46_PM.png?v=1752866465 The Truth About Cheap Tactical Packs vs American-Made Backpacks A large Sasquatch from Squatch Survival Gear sews tactical fabric at a vintage industrial sewing machine, symbolizing American-made craftsmanship and small-batch gear production. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/squatch-admin-pouch-organize-your-gear-stay-ready 2025-07-20T16:50:09-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Admin_utlity_pouch_front_squatch_Survival_gear__made_in_usa_b502377a-8b41-4bf9-85a0-8f01f8b838c4.jpg?v=1753048209 Squatch Admin Pouch: Organize Your Gear, Stay Ready Get organized with the black Squatch Admin Pouch—made in the USA for EDC, vehicle, or outdoor use. Compact, durable, and built for American readiness. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/squatch-survival-gear-joins-mammoth-nation-marketplace 2025-07-22T15:08:47-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Press_release_for_SSG_joining_Mammoth_nation.png?v=1753214927 Press Release: Squatch Survival Gear Joins Mammoth Nation Marketplace https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-hidden-cost-of-cheap-survival-gear-why-american-made-still-matters 2025-07-25T13:29:23-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch_survival_gear_cryptids_working_f556e767-721f-454f-9286-220a04ca224d.png?v=1753468163 The Hidden Cost of Cheap Survival Gear: Why American-Made Still Matters Dogman, Sasquatch, Yeti, and a tough-looking Gnome team up in a workshop to handcraft tactical backpacks, with the Gnome fiercely working on a Gnome Chest Pack—proving he's as rugged as the gear. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/mothman-backpack-built-to-carry-more-than-gear 2025-07-29T16:30:13-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/mothman_presale.webp?v=1753814281 Mothman Backpack: Built to Carry More Than Gear mothman backpack presale annoucement bigfoot with gnome https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/know-your-risk-survival-starts-with-awareness 2025-09-03T15:12:00-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/know_your_risk_squatch_survivalgear_blogpng.png?v=1756930320 Know Your Risk: Survival Starts with Awareness https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-human-factor-facing-the-dark-side-of-emergencies 2025-09-09T11:00:10-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Dark_side_of_human_behavior_squatch_blog.png?v=1757090747 The Human Factor: Facing the Dark Side of Emergencies Sasquatch wearing an American-made survival backpack and chest rig stands in a chaotic urban street with fires, looters, and a storm behind him — symbolizing the human factor and dark side of emergencies in disasters like Hurricane Katrina https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-foundations-of-preparedness-know-your-risk 2025-09-04T11:00:16-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch_survival_gear_blog_know_your_risk_1757d631-2911-4402-acc2-204f4c5e87c9.png?v=1756933474 The Foundations of Preparedness: Know Your Risk https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-bare-minimum-for-disaster-preparedness 2025-09-06T10:30:04-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch_survival_gear_bare_minimum.png?v=1757086510 The Bare Minimum for Disaster Preparedness Bigfoot carrying Squatch Survival Gear American-made tactical survival backpack — bare minimum disaster preparedness essentials https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/why-water-comes-first 2025-09-11T11:00:19-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch_water_prep_Sep_9_2025.png?v=1757445441 Why Water Comes First https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-rising-danger-of-political-violence 2025-09-15T14:39:38-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/political_violence.png?v=1757965178 The Rising Danger of Political Violence wo opposing protest groups face off across a city street, raising fists, blank signs, and an American flag, symbolizing rising political tension in America. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/9-11-and-9-12-the-days-that-shaped-me 2025-09-12T00:00:03-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/sept_11_-_12.png?v=1757619777 9/11 and 9/12: The Days That Shaped Me Soldiers in M81 camo beside Humvee gun trucks with Twin Towers and Pentagon overlay, representing the military response and unity after 9/11 https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/survival-mindset-and-knowledge-how-they-work-together 2025-09-16T10:30:04-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/midset_blog_post.png?v=1757963721 Survival Mindset and Knowledge: How They Work Together Bigfoot with light green-gray eyes stands beside a tactical gnome in a forest. The gnome wears the Squatch Survival Gear Gnome Chest Pack and holds a compass, symbolizing navigation, mindset, and survival knowledge. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/grit-under-fire-mental-preparedness-that-keeps-you-alive 2025-09-18T13:37:46-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Grit_Mental_preparedness_33fbd153-f711-4e85-a377-bd456d126d86.png?v=1758220666 Grit Under Fire: Mental Preparedness That Keeps You Alive squatch Survival gear made in usa survival blog post preparedness month https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/family-bug-out-bags-for-kids-elders-pets 2025-09-19T11:30:07-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/packing_for_kids_elders_and_pets.png?v=1758225696 Family Bug-Out bags for Kids, Elders & Pets Bigfoot family geared up with American-made Squatch Survival Gear—child with small pack, elder with cane and admin pouch, reflective straps visible, dog with MOLLE harness—representing tailored bug-out kits for kids, elders, and pets. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/bartering-economy-what-s-actually-valuable-when-money-doesn-t-work 2025-09-22T14:30:19-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_Survival_Gear_batering_blog_post.png?v=1758567244 Bartering Economy: What’s Actually Valuable When Money Doesn’t Work Bigfoot, Dogman, White Yeti, and a Gnome trade supplies like jerky, canned food, water, and tools around a wooden table, symbolizing Squatch Survival Gear’s barter economy survival guide https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/hurricane-flood-survival-tips-for-preparedness-month 2025-09-25T10:30:07-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/hurricane_squatch_blog_post.png?v=1758813349 Hurricane & Flood Survival Tips for Preparedness Month Squatch carrying a survival pack through hurricane floodwaters in heavy rain, representing rugged survival and American-made preparedness gear from Squatch Survival Gear. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/grid-down-power-comms-radios-solar-satellite 2025-09-29T14:30:06-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch_dark_and_comm.png?v=1759172405 Grid-Down Power & Comms: Radios, Solar, Satellite Bigfoot with Squatch Survival Gear chest pack using emergency radio in a blackout city. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/post-disaster-survival-recovery-resupply 2025-10-02T10:55:40-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/bigfoot-post-disaster-resupply-squatch-survival-gear_f28548a3-7415-41c8-90b2-96de57ad2e09.png?v=1759420540 Post-Disaster Survival: Recovery and Resupply Guide Bigfoot with Squatch Survival Gear pack resupplying families in the woods after disaster, symbolizing recovery and survival gear made in USA. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/backpacking-as-bug-out-training-skills-that-transfer 2025-10-02T12:00:02-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/bigfoot-backpacking-survival-training-squatch-survival_gear_a585d104-89c0-4d08-8ca4-f76eac0c0698.png?v=1759422014 Backpacking as Bug-Out Training: Skills That Transfer Bigfoot wearing a beanie and tactical backpack, hiking a forest trail at dusk with Squatch Survival Gear branding — symbolizing backpacking as survival training. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/stay-alert-this-halloween-we-want-you-to-have-fun 2025-10-07T12:03:29-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Halloween_safety_blog.png?v=1759856609 Stay Alert This Halloween - We want you to have fun! Bigfoot leading a small group of trick-or-treaters at dusk wearing reflective gear and Squatch Survival Gear packs — Halloween safety awareness message, “Fortune Favors the Prepared.” https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/everyone-talks-some-start-few-decide-to-keep-growing 2025-10-08T19:50:11-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch_survival_gear_swith_cost_blog_post.png?v=1759971011 Everyone Talks. Some Start. Few Decide to Keep Growing. switch cost blog post squatch survival gear veteran owned https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/failure-isn-t-the-end-it-s-the-beginning 2025-10-15T11:12:45-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch_survival_gear_failure_is_growth_shopify.png?v=1760544765 🦍 Failure Isn’t the End — It’s the Beginning Bigfoot in rain wearing an American-made Squatch Survival Gear pack, symbolizing resilience, grit, and learning through failure. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/fear-s-specter-courage-doesn-t-mean-no-fear-1 2025-10-16T10:30:19-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch_survival_gear_Fear_Specter_Courage_Doesn_t_Mean_No_Fear.png?v=1760544735 Fear’s Specter: Courage Doesn’t Mean No Fear https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/decision-making-in-a-crisis 2025-10-20T10:00:08-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/bigfoot-tactical-survivor-decision-making-under-stress-squatch-gear.png?v=1760718150 Decision-Making in a Crisis Bigfoot wearing Squatch Survival Gear tactical backpack and chest rig stands in a smoky disaster zone, symbolizing calm decision-making under pressure with American-made survival gear. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/priorities-of-work-the-order-that-keeps-you-alive 2025-10-21T15:23:21-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/bigfoot-setting-up-camp-priorities-of-work-squatch-survival-gear_35c5cf4a-cab7-487a-9e0b-22bc65e8aed4.png?v=1761078201 Priorities of Work: The Order That Keeps You Alive Bigfoot sets up a tactical campfire under forest cover with an American-made backpack beside him, displaying Squatch Survival Gear branding in the lower left — representing priorities of work in survival. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-transition-finding-purpose-after-service 2025-10-24T10:30:28-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/the-transition-finding-purpose-after-service-squatch-survival-gear.jpg?v=1761319828 The Transition: Finding Purpose After Service https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/veteran-mindset-lessons-in-civilian-preparedness-1 2025-10-28T10:12:18-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Civilian_preparedness.png?v=1761664338 Veteran Mindset: Lessons in Civilian Preparedness Bigfoot carrying a Squatch Survival Gear pack walks through an urban park toward the San Antonio skyline with the Tower of the Americas, symbolizing veterans adapting their field mindset for civilian preparedness. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/why-we-still-train-the-mindset-that-keeps-you-alive-when-it-counts 2025-10-29T13:16:26-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/why_we_train.png?v=1761761786 Why We Still Train: The Mindset That Keeps You Alive When It Counts https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/8-things-we-recommend-when-hunting-in-texas 2025-11-06T10:05:18-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/8_steps_this_hunting_season_squatch_survival_gear.png?v=1762445118 🦌 8 Things We Recommend When Hunting in Texas Illustration of Bigfoot in a hunter-orange vest assembling a deer blind on a Texas deer lease, symbolizing Squatch Survival Gear’s hunting season tips and leave-no-trace ethics. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/%E2%9C%85-5-real-world-problems-the-rougarou-solves-every-day 2025-11-07T10:30:03-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/get_to_know_the_squatch_survial_gear_rougarou_edc_pack.png?v=1762445552 ✅ 5 Real-World Problems the Rougarou Solves Every Day Bigfoot walking down an urban park trail at dawn wearing the Rougarou EDC backpack, showcasing American-made tactical gear built for real-world everyday carry. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/a-black-friday-letter-from-the-owner 2025-11-17T15:54:51-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/bfcm_letter_0782f73c-a285-45ef-be32-146d0275fdcf.png?v=1763416491 A Black Friday Letter From the Owner Bigfoot wearing a Squatch Survival Gear beanie sits in a rustic log cabin at golden hour, writing a letter by lantern light with a camp cup, Mothman pouch, compass, map, and whistle on the desk as fall leaves drift outside the window. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/holiday-shipping-deadlines-for-2025-get-your-gear-in-time-for-christmas 2025-11-19T11:42:48-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatchsurvivalgear_holiday_shipping_news.png?v=1763574168 Holiday Shipping Deadlines for 2025: Get Your Gear in Time for Christmas https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/ruck-training-the-five-variables-you-must-respect 2025-11-21T09:58:03-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Rucking_Variables.png?v=1763740683 Ruck Training: The Five Variables You Must Respect Landscape infographic explaining the five variables of ruck training—weight, speed and time, distance, temperature, and incline or terrain—designed in Squatch Survival Gear’s color palette with branding in the lower-right corner https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/burn-off-thanksgiving-build-your-first-ruck-training-plan 2025-12-23T10:30:01-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/rucking_post.png?v=1766166778 Burn Off the Holiday Calories: Build Your First Ruck Training Plan https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/christmas-safety-how-to-protect-your-home-from-holiday-break-ins 2025-12-10T14:25:12-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Christmas_safety12.8.25.png?v=1765391200 Christmas Safety: How to Protect Your Home from Holiday Break-Ins Bigfoot wearing winter Squatch Survival Gear stands outside a decorated cabin at night, watching for break-ins, Christmas lights glowing through frosted windows, tactical holiday safety theme. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/cold-weather-survival-fire-ice-and-blackout-safety 2025-12-11T11:00:05-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_Survival_Gear_winter_safety_tips.png?v=1765401657 Cold-Weather Survival: Fire, Ice, and Blackout Safety Bigfoot in Squatch Survival Gear treating black ice on winter steps outside a dark house with Christmas lights and a blanket-fort warm zone inside, showing cold-weather survival and power outage preparedness. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/cold-weather-safety-staying-ready-when-the-temperature-drops 2025-12-19T10:45:03-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Winter_squatch_survival_blog.png?v=1766162397 Cold Weather Safety: Staying Ready When the Temperature Drops Winter survival illustration of Bigfoot in tactical gear navigating a snowstorm, highlighting cold weather safety, wind chill exposure, and preparedness in extreme conditions https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/wind-chill-and-winter-survival-why-cold-hits-harder-than-you-think 2025-12-22T10:30:04-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Windchill_survival_blog_post.png?v=1766166751 Wind Chill and Winter Survival: Why Cold Hits Harder Than You Think Urban winter survival scene showing Bigfoot sheltering from dangerous wind chill, snow blowing sideways in a city wind tunnel effect, highlighting cold weather safety, wind exposure, and preparedness with Squatch Survival Gear. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/new-year-s-fireworks-safety-prevent-injuries-and-house-fires 2025-12-30T10:30:03-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/fireworks_safety_from_squatch_survival_gear.png?v=1767039058 New Year’s Fireworks Safety: Prevent Injuries and House Fires Bigfoot wearing a Squatch Survival Gear backpack watches New Year’s fireworks over nearby houses from the woods, symbolizing fireworks safety, home fire prevention, and emergency preparedness during holiday celebrations. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/how-to-choose-the-right-pack-size-for-your-mission 2026-01-06T11:32:48-06:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Squatch_Survival_Gear_pack_tutorial.png?v=1767720768 How to Choose the Right Pack Size for Your Mission Bigfoot wearing an American-made Squatch Survival Gear backpack at a trail junction, illustrating how to choose the right pack size for different missions including 20L, 40L, and 80L packs https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/5-hiking-survival-tips-that-could-save-your-life 2026-03-10T13:24:58-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch-hiking-survival-blog.jpg?v=1773167098 5 Hiking Survival Tips That Could Save Your Life https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/squatch-survival-gear-website-upgrade 2026-04-22T12:13:32-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/ssg_website_upgrades.png?v=1776878012 Squatch Survival Gear Website Upgrade squatch survival gear american made packs and website growth https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/flooded-roads-how-deep-is-too-deep 2026-05-05T16:15:54-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Flood_survival_driving_Blog_squatch_survival_gear_c03f8c40-743d-4dd4-a2a2-a52f48a1fcf4.jpg?v=1778015754 Flooded Roads: How Deep Is Too Deep? Driving Tips for Flooding survival Squatch Survival gear blog https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/turtle-road-crossing-conservation-tips 2026-05-12T11:00:02-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/turtle_crossing_squatch_survival_gear_blog_postpng_163d2337-968d-40fc-a208-34f662f92132.png?v=1778534215 Helping a Turtle Cross the Road: https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/overnight-rescue-at-enchanted-rock-is-a-reminder 2026-05-19T13:44:19-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/encanted_rock_rescue.png?v=1779216259 Overnight Rescue at Enchanted Rock Is a Reminder encanted rock rescue news, tips and skills https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/what-size-backpack-do-you-really-need 2026-06-03T11:40:36-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/What_size_need_pack_do_i_need_blog_post_a489c0e8-d75d-49cf-89a8-e88ddcef77fe.png?v=1780504836 What Size Backpack Do You Really Need? https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/how-heavy-should-a-bug-out-bag-be-a-realistic-guide-1 2026-06-05T11:30:03-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/How_Heavy_should_your_bugout_bag_be.png?v=1780612396 How Heavy Should a Bug-Out Bag Be? A Realistic Guide https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/how-much-water-should-you-carry-hiking 2026-06-08T11:30:16-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/how_much_Water_infogrpahic.png?v=1780616475 How Much Water Should You Carry Hiking? Water is often the heaviest item in your pack https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/how-much-weight-should-you-carry-in-a-backpack 2026-06-10T11:30:09-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/How_much_weight_should_I_carry.png?v=1780953134 How Much Weight Should You Carry in a Backpack? https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/how-to-properly-fit-a-backpack-for-comfort-safety-and-performance 2026-06-12T11:30:06-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/how_to_properly_fit_a_pack.png?v=1781029123 How to Properly Fit a Backpack for Comfort, Safety, and Performance Backpack fit guide showing proper hip belt placement, shoulder strap adjustment, sternum strap position, and load lifter setup for efficient weight transfer. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/how-should-a-backpack-fit-a-practical-guide-to-backpack-adjustment 2026-06-15T15:43:18-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/packing_a_pack.png?v=1781556198 How Should a Backpack Fit? A Practical Guide to Backpack Adjustment Backpack fit infographic showing poor fit versus proper fit with hip belt placement, load lifters, sternum strap adjustment, and load distribution benefits https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/how-to-pack-a-backpack-for-better-balance-less-fatigue-and-more-comfort 2026-07-02T10:18:09-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/how_to_pack_your_backpack_PM_7d442c2f-dca9-4a88-9d72-372ed3fed35c.png?v=1783005489 How to Pack a Backpack for Better Balance, Less Fatigue, and More Comfort https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/what-are-load-lifters-and-do-they-really-work 2026-06-19T11:30:05-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/loadlifters_blog_post.png?v=1781714295 What Are Load Lifters and Do They Really Work? Load lifters, sometimes called overloaders, help keep backpack loads close to your body. Learn how they work, when they matter, and how to adjust them correctly. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/why-do-my-shoulders-hurt-when-wearing-a-backpack-common-causes-and-fixes 2026-06-22T11:30:18-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/shoulder_pain_backpack_article.png?v=1781809051 Backpack Shoulder Pain: Common Causes and Fixes Infographic comparing worn backpack shoulder straps and healthy shoulder straps to explain common causes of backpack shoulder pain and poor load distribution. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/why-do-my-hands-go-numb-wearing-a-backpack 2026-06-24T11:30:07-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/why_do_my_hands_go_numb_3084aa49-a8f9-43cb-a7ce-243d8083d776.png?v=1782254054 Why Do My Hands Go Numb Wearing a Backpack? Backpack shoulder strap infographic showing common causes of hand numbness including poor padding, narrow straps, improper adjustment, and poor load transfer. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/how-should-a-backpack-fit-a-woman 2026-06-26T11:30:05-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Women_packs_its_really_about_fit.png?v=1782255554 How Should a Backpack Fit a Woman? A Practical Guide Female hiker wearing a properly fitted backpack showing correct hip belt placement, shoulder strap adjustment, sternum strap position, and balanced weight distribution. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/freedom-is-built-not-imported-250-years-of-america 2026-07-04T11:30:01-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/250_years_of_America_23238abf-726a-43c6-ab0a-91980e6ad80a.png?v=1783004826 Freedom Is Built, Not Imported - 250 years of America A veteran wearing an American-made backpack stands on a mountain ridge beside an American flag with the words "Freedom Is Built, Not Imported," representing patriotism, sacrifice, and American manufacturing. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-5-best-online-platforms-to-buy-american-made-products-in-2026 2026-07-07T17:38:54-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/The_Best_Online_Platforms_to_Buy_American-Made_Products.png?v=1783463934 The Best Online Platforms to Buy American-Made Products Comparison chart of the best online platforms to buy American-made products, comparing Mammoth Nation, MadeInUSA.com, USA Love List, All American Reviews, and Etsy. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/how-to-tell-if-a-product-is-really-made-in-the-usa 2026-07-09T11:30:03-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/How_to_identify_American-made_products.png?v=1783558840 How to Tell if a Product Is Really Made in the USA Infographic showing how to identify products made in the USA with a Buy American Scorecard comparing Made in USA, Assembled in USA, Designed in USA, and Imported product labels. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/made-in-usa-berry-compliant-and-american-manufacturing-labels-explained 2026-07-11T11:30:04-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/know_american_labels.png?v=1783559198 Made in USA, Berry Compliant, and American Manufacturing Labels Explained Comparison infographic explaining the differences between Made in USA, Assembled in USA, Designed in USA, and Berry Compliant manufacturing labels. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/why-american-made-gear-costs-more-what-youre-really-paying-for 2026-07-13T11:30:09-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Madein_usa_what_your_really_buying_70b7b33f-8878-4009-9f54-9b56dc8a25e0.png?v=1783898370 Why American-Made Gear Costs More: What You're Really Paying For American-made backpack in a U.S. sewing workshop surrounded by Cordura fabric, webbing, YKK zippers, thread, and hardware, illustrating the craftsmanship, premium materials, quality control, and small-batch manufacturing behind American-made gear. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/your-purchase-doesn-t-end-at-checkout 2026-07-15T11:30:05-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Your_Purchase_Doesn_t_End_at_Checkout_The_American_Manufacturing_Ecosystem.png?v=1783904680 Your Purchase Doesn't End at Checkout | The American Manufacturing Ecosystem https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/how-to-tell-quality-outdoor-gear-before-you-buy-it 2026-07-17T10:00:08-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Mothman_Blackout_camo.png?v=1784133988 How to Tell Quality Outdoor Gear Before You Buy It American-made outdoor backpack on a sewing workbench showing premium materials, hardware, and construction used in quality outdoor gear manufacturing. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/why-every-backpack-is-a-series-of-compromises-and-why-thats-good-engineering 2026-07-19T10:00:05-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/Mission_differences_a9c7d758-5b3a-4737-9cf0-9323000b54b8.png?v=1784137506 Why Every Backpack Is a Series of Compromises (And Why That's Good Engineering) Three different backpack styles displayed inside an American sewing workshop, illustrating the engineering tradeoffs between lightweight hiking, travel, and rugged American-made backpack designs. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/mil-spec-doesnt-always-mean-better-what-it-really-means 2026-07-21T11:30:05-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/What_does_milspec_mean.jpg?v=1784650349 MIL-SPEC Doesn't Always Mean Better: What It Really Means https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-1-engineering-decision-that-most-backpack-and-chest-pack-designers-overlook 2026-07-23T10:30:03-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/ladder_lock_02992b0c-8cfd-4087-a4dd-7a4d17a1b087.png?v=1784773227 The $1 Engineering Decision That Most Backpack and Chest Pack Designers Overlook https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-hidden-stitch-that-makes-a-backpack-last-understanding-bar-tacks 2026-07-25T10:00:04-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/bartack_tiny_stitch.png?v=1784772771 The Hidden Stitch That Makes a Backpack Last: Understanding Bar Tacks Close-up of reinforced bar tack stitching on a Squatch Survival Gear backpack grab handle demonstrating how quality backpack construction improves long-term durability and strength. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/why-backpack-weight-placement-matters-more-than-backpack-weight 2026-07-27T10:30:04-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/3_missions_backpack_engeneering.png?v=1785012066 Why Backpack Weight Placement Matters More Than Backpack Weight Three American-made Squatch Survival Gear Mothman backpacks show how the same backpack supports laptop carry, hydration, and ruck training through a versatile internal sleeve design. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-hidden-skill-behind-every-great-backpack-why-the-best-seams-are-engineered-not-sewn 2026-08-03T19:05:20-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/stitching_matters_1468e7ec-051f-44cd-b2e8-0b61a93774d2.png?v=1785801920 The Hidden Skill Behind Every Great Backpack: Why the Best Seams Are Engineered, Not Sewn Ranger Green Squatch Survival Gear Mothman backpack on a workshop bench surrounded by seam samples, bonded nylon thread, and industrial sewing tools demonstrating backpack stitching and American manufacturing. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/why-backpack-frames-matter-more-than-most-people-realize 2026-07-31T10:30:05-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/pack_frames_matter.png?v=1785020143 Why Backpack Frames Matter More Than Most People Realize Infographic showing the evolution of backpack frames from 1800s canvas sacks to modern internal-frame backpacks, illustrating how engineering improved load transfer, durability, mobility, and carrying comfort over time. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-rule-of-3s-a-framework-for-making-better-survival-decisions 2026-08-02T10:30:04-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/3_survival_rules.png?v=1785288447 The Rule of 3s: A Framework for Making Better Survival Decisions https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/two-is-one-one-is-none-why-hope-isnt-a-survival-plan 2026-08-04T10:30:04-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/two-is-one-one-is-none-infographic.jpg?v=1785802039 Two Is One, One Is None: Why Hope Isn't a Survival Plan https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/your-vehicles-most-important-safety-feature-isnt-built-in 2026-08-06T10:30:04-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/vehicle_med_kit.png?v=1785803546 Your Vehicle's Most Important Safety Feature Isn't Built In Headrest-mounted vehicle medical kit secured behind the driver's seat in a pickup truck, showing a quick-access emergency first aid kit for everyday vehicle preparedness and roadside emergencies. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/the-5-cs-of-survival-why-this-timeless-framework-still-works 2026-08-08T10:30:03-05:00 weekly 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It's Responsibility. Emergency preparedness gear with backpack, first aid kit, flashlight, water bottle, and notebook beneath the message: Preparedness Isn't Fear. It's Responsibility. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/box-x-vs-bar-tack-why-load-direction-matters-in-backpack-construction 2026-08-12T10:30:05-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/box_x_stitch.png?v=1786480973 Box-X vs. Bar Tack: Why Load Direction Matters in Backpack Construction Ranger green Cordura and nylon webbing components with reinforced stitching on a workbench beside a load-direction sketch in an American sewing workshop. Squatch Survival Gear https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/your-water-filter-is-a-tool-water-purification-is-a-skill 2026-08-14T10:30:02-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/water_purificationpng.png?v=1786486606 Your Water Filter Is a Tool. Water Purification Is a Skill. water purification tools and skills by squatch survival gear https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/how-often-should-you-change-your-socks-while-hiking 2026-08-17T10:30:03-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/how_ofthen_should_i_change_my_socks.png?v=1786978947 How Often Should You Change Your Socks While Hiking? https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/what-should-you-carry-on-a-day-hike-pack-for-problems-not-a-checklist 2026-08-19T10:30:05-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/what_should_i_carry_on_a_day_hike_371711c3-37f2-4974-a29e-645e2c895c58.png?v=1787099841 What Should You Carry on a Day Hike? Pack for Problems, Not a Checklist What should you carry on a day hike? Squatch Survival Gear backpack with water, first aid, navigation, lighting, food and repair essentials. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/do-i-need-a-framed-backpack-framed-vs-frameless-packs-explained 2026-08-21T10:30:03-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/rockape.png?v=1787275177 Do I Need a Framed Backpack? Framed vs. Frameless Packs Explained https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/first-aid-kit-vs-trauma-kit-why-you-probably-need-both 2026-08-24T15:32:42-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/boo_boo_vs_trauma_kit_blog.png?v=1787603562 First Aid Kit vs. Trauma Kit: Why You Probably Need Both Squatch Survival Gear first aid and trauma kits showing boo-boo supplies for minor injuries and trauma gear for serious emergencies. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/why-are-backpack-water-bottle-pockets-so-hard-to-get-right 2026-08-26T10:30:02-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/why_are_water_bottle_pockets_so_hard.png?v=1787707647 Why Are Backpack Water Bottle Pockets So Hard to Get Right? Rougarou backpack water bottle holder tested by Squatch Survival Gear with insulated YETI and RTIC bottles and a shock-cord adjuster. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/is-your-backpack-waterproof-or-water-resistant-what-the-labels-really-mean 2026-08-28T10:30:02-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/waterproof-vs-water-resistant-shopify_8ab166b9-b7e4-470b-824d-7119e58928b4.png?v=1787762329 Is Your Backpack Waterproof or Water-Resistant? What the Labels Really Mean https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/you-hunt-doves-on-texas-public-land-on-september-1-2026 2026-09-01T10:26:07-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/dove_hunting.png?v=1788276367 Can You Hunt Doves on Texas Public Land on September 1, 2026? Squatch Survival Gear infographic showing five checks before a Texas public-land dove hunt: state season, unit map, Legal Game box, licenses and permits, and registration. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/need-a-backpack-that-doesn-t-look-tactical-why-we-built-the-rougarou 2026-09-03T10:30:03-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/why_we_built_the_rougarou.png?v=1788365795 Need a Backpack That Doesn’t Look Tactical? Why We Built the Rougarou Black Rougarou backpack from Squatch Survival Gear with two insulated water bottles in an airport lounge. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/what-should-you-put-in-a-hiking-trip-plan-and-who-gets-it 2026-09-05T10:30:03-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch-hiking-trip-plan-handoff.png?v=1788373748 What Should You Put in a Hiking Trip Plan—and Who Gets It? https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/500d-vs-1000d-cordura-does-a-bigger-number-mean-a-better-backpack 2026-09-07T10:30:03-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch-denier-does-not-decide-alone.png?v=1788660490 500D vs. 1000D CORDURA: Does a Bigger Number Mean a Better Backpack? Squatch Survival Gear infographic showing yarn size, weave, finish, seams, and use case as factors beyond 500D or 1000D denier. https://squatchsurvivalgear.com/blogs/news/can-ai-safely-plan-a-hike-what-the-mount-shasta-rescue-teaches-us 2026-09-09T10:30:02-05:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2274/6737/articles/squatch-ai-can-research-skills-must-decide.png?v=1788798237 Can AI Safely Plan a Hike? 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