Doug Flinders

Wilderness and Survival Expert

Doug Flinders is a wilderness and survival expert based in Canada. Known online as Flinders Adventures, Doug shares his outdoor adventures, gear recommendations, and photography. With a decade of experience teaching wilderness survival and two decades of backpacking and backcountry canoe expeditions, Doug has dedicated his career to mastering and sharing essential outdoor skills. As a seasoned guide, Doug has led backcountry adventures, equipping individuals with the knowledge and confidence to navigate remote environments safely. Doug’s expertise extends to survival strategies, gear selection, and practical techniques that enhance self-sufficiency in the wild. Through hands-on instruction and guided expeditions, Doug strives to instill a deep respect for nature while fostering resilience and adaptability in those he teaches. He is a passionate outdoorsman, conservationist, and wilderness skills instructor.

Favorite Piece of Advice

Always keep some variation of these five items on you, as they are the hardest to replicate in the wild. A cutting tool, a container to carry and boil water, a cover, a combustion tool or method to start a fire, and cordage.

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Co-authored Articles (15)

How to

Stop a Goose Attack

Geese are territorial birds and are known to chase or attack anyone who disturbs their territory. While geese may chase people, an actual physical attack is fairly rare. You can stop a goose's aggression by respectfully ...

How to Make Snare Traps

Catch small game with this proven guideNext time you get lost camping, want to impress your friends, or get chosen for the Hunger Games, knowing how to make a snare trap can be a great way to impress or survive. There ar...

Surviving in the Desert: What to Pack & Other Essential Tips

Plus, how to spot signs of danger & dehydrationWhen driving or walking through the desert, the road seems endless. There is nothing around for miles and miles. Nothing but desert plants, dry sand, and heat. If your car s...

How to

Survive a Wolf Attack

Wolves are dangerous, powerful predatory animals. They usually do not show aggression toward people, but it never hurts to be prepared for the worst when you find yourself in wolf territory. If you are attacked by a wolf...

How to

Survive in the Woods

Help when you're lost, marooned, or searching for Sasquatch Getting lost in the woods can be a scary situation. Whether you've gotten lost on a hike, your car broke down on a wilderness road, or any other reason, surviv...

How to

Use the Bathroom Outdoors

If you ever need to relieve yourself outside without the conveniences of indoor plumbing, you might be in for a surprise. It can be quite difficult to find a good spot and urinate or defecate without making a mess or bei...

How to

Survive a Coyote Attack

The coyote is one of the most common and adaptable animals in North America. As a general, coyotes are timid and confine themselves to rural and forested areas, although they can also survive in urban and other populated...

How to

Survive in the Wild

A complete guide to survive in the wilderness with nothingWhether you’re lost in the forest or testing your mettle against nature, you need to be prepared if you’re trying to survive in the wild. Certain survivalist ...

How to

Enjoy the Outdoors

Spending time outdoors can be a great way to commune with nature and forget all of the real-life problems that are weighing you down. Once you ditch the Internet and iPhone, bring along a few friends, and take in the won...

How to

Survive Being Lost in the Forest

If you find yourself lost in the forest, stay calm and do your best to retrace your steps and find your way out. To survive in the forest, you will need shelter, fire, food, and water. The forest will provide materials t...

How to

Make Cement in the Wild

If you're living off-grid, you might want to build a permanent structure, like a shelter, that will stand up to the elements. Fortunately, there are plenty of natural materials you can use to make your own cement!

How to

Live in the Woods

Living in the woods, surrounded by nature, is a fantasy of many city dwellers. Running the rat race day after day, dealing with traffic, crime, and pollution -- it's easy to romantically imagine a life more serene. Thro...

How to

Light a Kerosene Heater

Learn how to fuel and ignite a kerosene heaterKerosene heaters are useful for providing cozy, radiant heat to small rooms and spaces outside the home where ordinary electric heaters aren’t an option. Lighting a standar...

How to

Make a Survival Kit

You always want to feel secure and prepared in case the worst happens. Having a proper survival kit stored and ready for an emergency is a critical part of keeping you and your family safe during the event of a crisis. W...

How to

Make a Coyote Trap

Coyotes are fairly common throughout the United States and coyote populations are living in increasing proximity to humans. For example, coyotes can be found in rural, suburban, and even urban communities. As a result, t...