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06/02/2018 / By Zoey Sky

3 Unique survival uses of pine tree resin

Aside from being a good source of sturdy timber and wood pulp, aromatic pine trees also produce resin. When you’re out in the wild, you can use pine tree resin for various survival scenarios. (h/t to ReadyNutrition.com.) Resin is a naturally occurring substance that protects trees from fungi and disease. Resin, which is also called “sap,” has antimicrobial properties. […]

05/31/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Beyond wood and bark: Survival materials from trees also include sap, resin, and pitch

Aside from providing us with yummy syrup for our pancakes, did you know that sap, along with resin and pitch, has survival uses? (h/t SurvivalSullivan.com.) When possible, try to gather naturally occurring resin. This means sourcing material from a tree that is already secreting sap instead of intentionally taking sap from an undamaged tree. Take note that […]

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