Some of us spend a lot of time preparing ourselves and our gear for when the SHTF. But what happens if disaster strikes when you aren’t ready for it? More importantly, what do you do when you find yourself in a life-or-death confrontation? We have discussed a series of … [Read more...]
8 Survival Skills You Can Learn Without Spending Much Money
One of the biggest complaints among new preppers is the cost of getting started. Building a bug out bag, acquiring emergency supplies, and stocking up on survival food can be very expensive. Most people can only do a little bit at a time. If you're in that situation, you might … [Read more...]
How To Bug Out If You Have No Land
In the preparedness world, we constantly hear about how you can’t bug out unless you have your own property to go to. This secure property is supposed to have a home, livestock, possibly a bunker, a lush garden, a nearby stream, and so much more. This idea of the ultimate bug … [Read more...]
5 Signs The Next Economic Crisis Is Almost Here
Of all the ways that society could come to a sudden halt or crash down spectacularly, a complete economic collapse is one of the more likely, deadly, and quickest ways a country may be brought to its knees. History is filled with examples that we can look to for what may … [Read more...]
How To Make Emergency Ration Bars At Home
For those who don't know, an emergency ration bar is a food designed to keep you alive during some sort of survival scenario. Emergency ration bars have a very long shelf-life, but most importantly, they are calorically dense. Typically, one bar has several hundred calories, … [Read more...]
10 Terrifying Truths About Long Term Blackouts
One of the most common themes when it comes to prepping and disaster preparedness is the power grid going down, causing a regional or even a nationwide blackout that would result in a catastrophe that very few people have ever experienced in their lives. A long-term blackout … [Read more...]
Could You Still Survive Without Your Bug Out Bag?
It finally happened, but I was prepared. The catastrophic event I had been planning for had occurred. I spent thousands of dollars on gear. I had the right equipment for nearly any situation, and I had trained how to use it in the hot dry summer and the cold wet winter. I don’t … [Read more...]
EMP Prepping: How To Build A Reliable Faraday Cage
An electromagnetic pulse that knocks out power across the country is one of the most terrifying disasters that could happen. Millions of people would slowly die of thirst, hunger, or disease, and millions more would die at the hands of starving looters. There are many things … [Read more...]
11 Unlikely Disasters (That You Should Still Prepare For)
When it comes to world-changing disasters, some scenarios are certainly more likely than others. With that said, it’s still a good idea to at least be aware of every possible disaster in order to avoid being caught off guard should the improbable become a reality. Below, we’ll … [Read more...]
30 Survival Weapons For Your SHTF Arsenal
In any grid-down disaster scenario, security should be a top priority. There will be criminals taking advantage of the lack of law enforcement, which means there will be looters ransacking stores and neighborhoods. Not to mention unprepared average joes who might want to take … [Read more...]
5 Things You MUST Do Before SHTF
I know, I know, another list of things to do before the SHTF. I don't care--this one is really good. I found it on the Youtube channel, Serious Survivor, and it's a fantastic intro to preparedness. I typed up a summary below. 5. Take Into Consideration Things Like Health, … [Read more...]
What to Do With Frozen Food During A Power Outage
It’s happened to all of us at one time or another. The power goes out, and we wonder about the food stored in the freezer. Is it safe to eat? Can you refreeze it? Unfortunately, the answers to these questions are not black and white. You will need to evaluate each item … [Read more...]
7 Crucial Camping Supplies for Beginners
I spent the entire year of 1994 learning how to become an Air Force Survival Instructor. We learned to survive in all four seasons--on the sand, snow, and water. Every time I went into the wild, I went to learn and to work. What I forgot during that intense time was how to relax … [Read more...]
Simple Tarp Shelter That Anyone Can Make
When bugging out on foot, it's not realistic to take an entire tent with you. It's too bulky and heavy. Plus, tents are a bit expensive for people prepping on a budget. Tarps, on the other hand, are small and lightweight. They're also very affordable, and there are dozens of … [Read more...]
How To Defend Yourself Using Only A Knife
For thousands of years, knives have remained one of the most popular weapons for self-defense. Even today in the age of semi-automatic handguns that are easily concealed, many people still choose to carry a knife due to their convenience, safety, and lack of legal … [Read more...]
Growing Food in Buckets: A Step by Step Guide
Growing your own groceries in five-gallon buckets allows you to raise enough food to feed a family of four in a tiny space. When growing food in buckets, you don't need a 1/4 acre backyard to raise a bountiful garden as some people claim. It is always best to use a brand new … [Read more...]
Top 10 Rules for Prepper Groups
I've said it before, and I'll say it again: One of the biggest mistakes you can make as a prepper is planning to survive all alone. It won't be as easy as you think, and if you encounter a group of looters, you'll have a much harder time escaping with your life. There's a … [Read more...]
How To Prepare For And Survive A Tornado
They can flip cars, rip the roofs from homes, and hurl swirls of debris — including tree trunks and pieces of buildings — with incredible force. Tornadoes are vertical funnels of spinning, rotating air. Their powerful winds can exceed 250 miles per hour, and they can wreak swaths … [Read more...]
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