Mann Don - The U.S. Navy SEAL survival handbook: learn the survival techniques and strategies of Americas elite warriors

THE U.S. NAVY SEAL SURVIVAL
HANDBOOK

LEARN THE SURVIVAL TECHNIQUES AND
STRATEGIES OF AMERICAS
ELITE WARRIORS

Don Mann and Ralph Pezzullo

Skyhorse Publishing

Copyright 2012 by Don Mann and Ralph Pezzullo

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Never Get Lost AGAIN! As a former Navy SEAL, not only did I enjoy Don Manns U.S. Navy SEAL Survival Handbook, but learned several things as well. This book is written by a career Navy SEAL combat medic and life long adventure racer. He knows more about surviving in potentially dangerous situations/nature than anyone I personally know. I look forward to keeping this book readily availablejust in case!

by Stew Smith, Navy SEAL Fitness Author

Don has certainly walked the walk in his years serving in the SEAL teams. Having gone through military survival training (land/water survival, SAR, SERE, etc.) and non-military (winter mountaineering) I can appreciate the depth of knowledge within each section. Surviving life threatening situations requires something unique for each individual. Don articulates a holistic view to help educate and prepare the reader for various scenarios. This publication is a must read for anyone looking to hone their survival skills.

by Brian Dickinson, ex-USN CSAR Swimmer, Everest Summiteer/Survivor

The Navy SEAL Survival Handbook is a comprehensive guide from an expert with the experience to back it up! The Navy Seal Survival Handbook is a terrific, one stop source for your survival needs.

by Randy Spivey, CEO and Founder, Center for Personal Protection and Safety

Ive been on multiple operational deployments with Don and taken a few recreational adventure trips with him. I assure you that Don knows about what he has written in The Navy SEAL Survival Handbook. I dont mean theory or practicing survival techniques in protected environment where a time-out can be called and someone will come and provide a little assistance. Don has applied most of the things he describes in the real-world and in risky situations. Heck, hes probably done all of this stuff but couldnt share it because of the sensitive nature of his missions! While Don describes skills that are critical to survival, what you really gain from reading this handbook is a sense of the attitude required to be successful in the harsh environments in which Americas secret warriors thrive.

by John Wright, US Air Force and DoD SERE Trainer, Multiple Deployments in Support of the Global War on Terror

The Navy SEAL Survival Handbook is essential reading for any adventure racer, climber, explorer, military personnel or outdoors person; ensure you have a copy of this in your kit-bag! Everything from what to include and how to prepare your emergency kit to living off the land, from essential shelter building to personal administration and from the effects of weather to celestial and obscure navigation can be found in this hand-book.

I know this is one manual I will be using for the Hellweek PT Baalsrud Trail Challenge to the Arctic in 2013.

by (Naval) Lt. Sen Cearrllin (Rtd.), Hellweek PT Founder

The Navy SEAL Survival Handbook has all the lessons, reasons why and also the why nots, of how to survive when it hits the fan. Everyone from Back Country to the Urban folks can benefit from all the information. You just never know and like it has been said knowledge is power. The lessons in this book can mean the difference between surviving and being home with those you love or not. Will you be part of the solution or live a life time of regret? I started reading it, but wound up studying it!

by Jim Kelleher, Survivalist

The Navy SEAL Survival Handbook brought back some really wild and vivid memories of courses Id been through in the military. It really captured what it was like to be there and how each evolution unfolded. Special Operation Forces (SOF) guys are pretty special just as the studies show. This Survival Handbook tells the public exactly how they are able to do survive in the wilderness.

by LTC Blain Reeves, US Army

Having been trained by some of the most highly regarded survival experts in the US, I can say definitively that no one has more experience or knowledge on the topic of mountain, jungle, desert, sea or urban survival than Don Mann. Dons survival techniques along with his philosophy on combat mindset have served me well in real world survival situations and life in general. The Navy SEAL Survival Handbook should be mandatory reading for anyone who spends time in the wilderness.

by Dr. Stephen M. Erle, Director SEAL Training Adventures

A veritable how-to guide, The Navy Seal Survival Handbook is an absolute must have for every outdoor enthusiast, adventurer or Armed Forces member. This book is packed with a ton of useful information on wilderness survival techniques. A retired member of the elite U.S. Navy SEALs, Don Mann shares his acumen and experiences as an expert in the field.

by Rick Sheremeta, Outdoor Photographer and Author

Navy SEAL, Don Mann, comes through again with another insightful and inspiring book. His knowledge of survival is apparent from the get go in The Navy SEAL Survival Handbook. The psychological angle intrigued me the most and was an amazing view of what SEALs sacrifice IN TRAINING, let alone what happens in combat situations. I gained a great deal of insight into the world of survival as well as deepened my respect for the Navy SEALs. Frankly if I was in a survival situation, I would want Don Mann there with me. After reading his book I at least feel like I am much better prepared. If you are a fan of survival, get this book. If you are intrigued by the Navy SEALs, get this book. Just GET THIS BOOK!

by Matthew Fox, Expedition competitor

I found the chapters on Survival Mindset and Basic Survival Tips to be especially beneficial. These two chapters alone are a vital read for all outdoors recreationalists. I highly endorse this book as the definitive guide on wilderness survival and recommend it strongly as essential reading for military, civilian, and search and rescue specialists.