Here’s how to open a can in an emergency…See more
If you’re camping without a can opener, there are a few emergency ways to open a can using simple items. A sturdy spoon can puncture the lid around the rim, while a chef’s knife can carefully pry it open. If no utensils are available, rubbing the can’s rim against concrete or a flat rock can wear down the seal until the lid loosens. All methods can leave dangerously sharp edges, so use extreme caution and rely on a proper can opener whenever possible.