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You probably know how to put together a basic survival shelter. But it’s always good to discover new way to build one, and you’ll probably agree that the pine tree can make a much better one than you imagined!

3) Shelter 

Fresh cut pine boughs laid over your shelter roof with the needles pointing to the ground will help shed water and snow. Pine needles also make good bedding and they will help to insulate the body from the cold ground.

This is all pretty impressive. But there’s still one more use for this amazing tree!

Next: stuck without any medical supplies? Don’t panic, all you need is some pine resin! Discover how a pine tree can help tend your wounds.