 | Propane or gas - which is the best fuel for your camping lantern or stove? (Pantenburg photo)
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What is the best fuel
for camp lanterns and stoves?
Well, that depends on a lot of variables, including make and model of the implement, projected use of it, resupply options and personal preference. Decide on the type of fuel you want to use before choosing a lantern or stove. Learn how to make the best choice for your needs by clicking on fuel options.  This week all the content in the update is reader-driven, and we answer some questions that have come in. Apparently, with fall coming on, and darkness starting earlier, folks want to make sure they have their emergency lighting gear squared away! We also do a requested gear review and make a recommendation for a survival fishing lure.
Here are this week's stories:
- Tips for buying a used gasoline lantern
- Leadhead jig: The best survival fishing lure?
- Review: Platypus collapsible water bottle
* The winner of the Altoids tin survival kit is...going to be announced as soon as I get confirmation. All that's available at publication time is an email address. You'll know who the lucky winner is as soon as I find out!
*Hunting season is coming or already here in some parts of the country.) Let me know what topics you'd like to learn more about, and we'll see what we can do.
*Go outside! - Leon
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Tips for buying a used gasoline lantern
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A source of light during a power outage is really important. And a good way to acquire a reliable light and save money is to look for used gas lanterns at thrift stores and garage sales.
But never buy a lantern that looks like it might be even remotely unsafe! Here are some tips for checking out second hand, used lanterns.
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Leadhead jig: Top survival fishing lure
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What is the best fishing lure for survival conditions? Ask several knowledgeable fisherpeople with a wilderness survival background and you'll probably get that many opinions! My nomination for the best survival lure is the plain old, time tested leadhead jig. Here are the reasons why.
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Review: Platypus collapsible water bottle
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Carrying enough water to prevent dehydration should be a no-brainer. But suppose you don't want to carry a heavy water filter or deal with the bulk and weight of extra containers?
Check out the review: One option might be the Platypus collapsible water bottle.
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