James Walton, Author at Urban Survival Site

Urban Survival: The Art of Dumpster Diving

Dumpster diving is a form of scavenging that can be useful for urban survival. Learn the tips and tricks for successful dumpster diving.

As society declines and disasters become more common, civil unrest is going to get worse. Here’s how to stay safe.

Disasters can strike at any time. These emergency drills will ensure that your family knows what to do when disaster strikes.

Each state in the U.S. has unique features that make it prone to certain disasters. Here are the most likely disasters for each state.

After the SHTF, many people will be desperate. If you attract too much attention, you’ll become a target for theft. Here’s how to avoid that.

We are closer to a nuclear war than ever before, which makes you wonder: How far away must you be to survive a nuclear explosion?

The government is cracking down on certain guns just because they’re scary looking. Here are 5 guns they don’t want you to have.

If you’re trying to survive in an urban area after SHTF, there is a lot of edible game in the city you can eat. Here are your best options.

There are many tree leaves that are edible, especially if you cook and season them. Here are some common edible tree leaves.

After a societal breakdown, your neighbors might come to your door for food. In this article, we explain what to do if that happens.