The Cattail has many survival uses. It can help start fires, make mats and baskets, make arrow shafts, insulation from the cold, ...

The Desert Holly-grape (Mahonia spp.) The Desert Hollygrape is also known as Oregon Grape, Fremont's Barberry...

The dried cattail seed head makes a great fire starter. It catches a spark very easily and burns quick. The fluffy seeds are also...