Got two short ropes, but need a long one? A fisherman’s knot can join the short ones together.
Step One
Loop one rope’s end around the other rope, then bring it over both ropes.
Step Two
Bring the same end up and behind both ropes, creating two loops, then thread it through both loops and pull to tighten.
Step Three
Loop the other rope’s end behind the two ropes.
Step Four
Bring that rope up and over both ropes, and then behind them again, creating two loops. Survive any wilderness situation with these critical tips.
Step Five
Thread this rope’s end through the two loops. Pull both anchored ends to tighten.