Xplor: October/November 2013

Parachute cord is as handy as duct tape when you’re outside. Use it for sewing, fishing, or to lash branches together for a lean-to. Make this survival bracelet, and you’ll always have cord close at hand.

This Halloween, you might run into a few vampires while you’re out trick-or-treating. But don’t worry. These make-believe monsters don’t want to suck your blood. They just want candy. Nature, however, isn’t so nice.

The struggle to survive isn't always a fair fight. Here's what separates nature's winners from its losers.

Your guide to all the unusual, unique, and unbelievable stuff that goes on in nature.

Undead humans who hanker for brains? What a bunch of hooey. Zombies aren’t real. Right? Who believes in zombies, anyway? Not us. But still… it pays to be prepared.

When someone spots a big cat, the Mountain Lion CSI (Cat Sighting Investigation) Team goes on alert.

With birds flying south, leaves changing color, and hunting seasons gearing up, there’s plenty to discover in October and November. Here are a few ideas to get you started.