Anyone who has ever been displaced from a home, whether kicked out by overbearing parents or homeless because of mental issues, will understand that not knowing where you will be safe to rest at night can quickly lead to panic and stress.

Many types of basic survival shelters will be available to you, depending on location, type of environment, and any materials that you can find.

The wilderness can be a harsh environment to those who are ill-prepared for it, Sometimes the shelters you might choose are already occupied and you might not be as safe as you think.

You'll truly be surprised at the number of things that can be "up-cycled" into a useful shelter.

While everyone thinks of "massive bunkers" as a survival shelter, they are not. Check out why.

While a basic survival shelter is great during an immediate or short-term need if you find yourself trapped and alone for extended periods consider these options.

Environmental conditions change frequently, and what worked in the summer in the woods may not work so well during the winter. Learn how to adjust for this issue.

Your chances of survival change dramatically depending on the nature of the environment you find yourself in. Your shelter of choice will also depend on this.