In my outdoor adventures, I've noticed that art of knot tying is a highly under appreciated skill. Many people simply don't bother to learn it. But the ability to create functional knots is often critical for survival during emergency situations. So today I'm going to share with you 6 very easy-to-learn but also very effective knots. So let's get started. Overhand Knot
The overhand knot is simply a single knot on the very end of a piece of cordage. The overhand knot is essentially a tension holding stopper that requires a fixed amount of friction to pull free. This knot can be used to make toggles, it can be used to make buttons. It works as a pressure sensitive trigger mechanism for various primitive traps, it can also be used as the release mechanism for throwing weapons such as javelins and Swiss darts.
Square Knot
To create a square knot, begin by taking 2 ends and wrapping the right end once around the left end, then wrap the left end once around the right end, then tighten the knot by pulling on all 4 ends.
The square knot is a easy and highly stable way to bind a bunch of objects together. It can be used to make stacks of wood or bundles of reeds for primitive shelter building or for fuel. It can also be used for securing bandages onto wounds during an emergency.
Bowline Knot
To make a bow line knot, begin by wrapping one end of a piece of cordage over itself. Then insert the end through the loop, behind itself, and back through the loop. Then tighten it by pulling on both ends. The bowline knot is a simple, yet secure way of creating a non-slipping loop. This knot can be used as an emergency safety anchor point for someone who gets injured while climbing. It can serve as temporary rigging on small sailing vessels. It can also be used to make primitive weapons such as bows and rock slings.
Sheet Bend Knot
To create a sheet bend knot, first make a bend near the end of one piece of cordage. Then insert a second piece of cordage under the first, then over, and then under, and then over again. Finally tighten by pulling on the 2 non-adjacent ends.
The sheet bend knot allows us to tightly combine 2 lengths of cordage into a single length of cordage that will not break under tension. This knot allows you to create a long and durable piece of cordage out of several shorter pieces of cordage.
Butterfly Knot
To tie a butterfly knot, begin by creating a bend in the string, hold the left side over the right side and pinch it down to keep it in place. Then twist the bend from right to left to create a figure 8. Then pull the top loop of the figure 8 under the pinch point, and then through the lower loop of the figure eight. Stick your finger into the loop and tighten on both ends. The butterfly knot essentially creates a strong attachment point on a piece of cordage. You can then hang various items off that attachment point. This knot is essential for items that needs to be kept off the ground.
Claw Hitch Knot
The claw hitch is a simple way to securely attache a piece of cordage to something. Begin by taking one end of the cordage and wrapping it around the wood, then over itself, then around the wood again, and then under itself. Finally tighten to finish the hitch. The claw hitch is great for making ridge lines to support tarp shelters. It's also great for securely lashing together pieces of wood in order to build improvised backpacks, sleds, and rafts.
Now I'm not by any means an expert at this, but I've found these 6 knots to be simple to learn, easy to remember, and incredibly useful. Anyways Thanks so much for watching, If you like this video and want to see more please like share and subscribe to my channel. See you laters.
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