Here's a good knot you'll want to know: the bowline.

When it comes to universal knots, the bowline ranks among the most widely used. Attaching your jon boat to the dock, tying up some food while camping overnight, or even making a quick loop to help someone get out of the water after a man overboard, this is a knot you definitely need to know.

Watch the video carefully and set it to memory. This one is worth remembering for a ton of uses. How many more can you think of?

Share this video with someone who's encountered a time when they could use it, and make sure they remember it too.

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