When you’re in the wilderness or are stockpiling for a possible SHTF event, there are certain essentials you just can’t forget to bring with you. Everyone has their own opinions about which items to have in your bag, but it’s fairly certain that matches are agreed upon as a necessity across the board.
Matches provide heat and protection that we can’t live without. A fire is difficult to make from scratch and its success is dependent upon multiple factors so matches are the most reliable firestarter. This quick and easy way to make waterproof matches will cost you little (you can even find matches at the Dollar Store) and only takes 4 steps.
Let’s take a look at how to waterproof matches for survival!
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Dip in molten paraffin wax
Hope you are confined, and cared for, Dufus.
I double dip my strike anywhere matches in wax. Not so much for water proofing but it helps them burn longer and the wax drips on the tinder as well .