The most common type survival net is the gill net. Gill nets are vertical panels of netting normally set in a straight line. Fish may be caught by gill nets in 4 ways:
- wedged - held by the mesh around the body
- gilled - held by mesh slipping behind the opercula (Most common)
- tangled - held by teeth, spines, or fins without the body penetrating the mesh
- pulled along the shoreline as a seine to collect a group of fish
To use a gill net simply string it between 2 anchor points and allow it to hang straight down in the water. The top of the net does not need to be at the surface of the water. The net can be strung across a stream, pond, or lake.
In the event no bodies of water is present, the net can be used to catch birds. Simply string it in between 2 trees. For birds such as quail, hang down low. Spook or drive the birds towards the net. With some effort and imagination, the net can also be used to catch rabbits and other small game.
Gill nets are extremely effective and their use is closely regulated by fisheries management and enforcement agencies. When using a gill net in a survival situation, be careful not to catch/keep more fish than can be used or preserved.
In an effort to meet everyone’s needs, we offer 5 standard nets ranging from the Hiker to the Doomsday prepper. All 5 nets are made out of nylon due to it being lighter and more effective than monofilament. All nets come assembled and ready for use.
"Hiker" Net
The “Hiker” is a small, extremely light weight net (less than 3 oz.) that is 1 1/2″ sq mesh measuring 3.5′ H × 23′ L. The net comes with a top and bottom string attached. It is perfect to toss into a back pack for emergencies without adding bulk or weight.
Stock # SG-351523
"Camper" Net
The “Camper” is a step up in size that is 2″ sq mesh measuring 4′ H × 50′ L. This is a flag type gill net. The net comes with a top string tied in. It does not have a bottom string.
Stock # SG-42050
"Survivalist" Net
The “Survivalist” is once again a step up in size that is 2″ sq mesh measuring 6′ H × 75′ L. The net comes with a top and bottom string tied in.
Stock # SG-62075
"Prepper" Net
The “Prepper” comes in 2 mesh size options. Both nets come with a float rope and lead core rope tied in. The first option is a 2″ sq mesh measuring 6′ H × 100′ L.
Stock # SG-620100
The second option is a 3″ sq mesh measuring 6′ H × 100′ L. The larger mesh allows smaller fish to pass through while catching the larger ones.
Stock # SG-630100