Steve Nubie, Author at Urban Survival Site

How to Make Papercrete (Off-Grid Building Material)

Papercrete is lightweight, insulating, and easy to work with. Learn the basic recipe and even an off-grid version using natural materials.

Learn how to make 4 types of bricks from scratch—clay, soil, papercrete, and concrete—with step-by-step instructions and pictures.

Stock these barter items for hard times: food, coffee, baby formula, jars, tools, hygiene, and other trade goods that hold value.

Learn Amish survival tips for off-grid living: cooking, cooling, power, and community-based self-reliance for your homestead.

15 DIY instant soup mixes you can store in jars or Mylar. Just add boiling water for a fast, comforting meal in minutes.

Plan your finances for a potential economic collapse with practical strategies to protect assets, prepare for downturns, and adapt in crisis.

Learn the basics of companion planting for beginners, including helpful plant pairings, common mistakes to avoid, and garden planning tips.

Medical supplies vanish fast after disasters. Learn which items disappear first and how to stockpile smart before a crisis hits.

Here are 12 reliable ways to stay warm without electricity. These heat sources are essential for power outages and other emergencies.

These survival skills will be vital when doomsday arrives. Learn how to make fire, navigate, build shelter, forage safely, and more.