How to Use a Ferro Rod
A ferrocerium rod, or ferro rod for short, is composed of rare earth metals that create sparks when rubbed together. Here’s how to use one.
A ferrocerium rod, or ferro rod for short, is composed of rare earth metals that create sparks when rubbed together. Here’s how to use one.
An EMP survival kit is a Faraday cage with electronic items that you might need after an electromagnetic pulse knocks out the grid.
Access to clean or running water may be limited during a disaster, so it’s important to build a sanitation kit just in case.
There are some calibers that are usually cheaper than others, and there are specific steps you can follow to save money on them.
Foods that are converted into powder are easy to store, transport, and use as ingredients in meals. Plus, they still have all the nutrients.
Don’t wait for an emergency to find out if you are truly prepared. Instead, you can do a survival stress test to see how you would fare in a grid-down scenario.
Here are some items you want to avoid stockpiling, mostly because they will go bad, but also because they aren’t going to help you survive.Â
If you have a bug out location, think about how you’re going to get there. In case the unexpected happens, plan on having multiple routes.
If the grid goes down, GPS and online maps might be unavailable. In case that happens, keep these paper maps on hand.
If food prices continue to skyrocket, we could see a famine in first world countries. Here’s what to do and how to prepare.