There was a time when many people constructed bomb shelters in their backyards. It was the 50’s and 60’s during the height of the cold war between the Soviet Union and the United States. Over time, the threat seemed to fade as disarmament agreements were signed and the Soviet Union collapsed. But slowly and … [Read more...]
How to Bow Hunt Small Game for Survival
What’s that? Bowhunting? What is this, the middle ages? I'm sure you thought something like that when you read the title. I get it, we have guns nowadays. Powerful ones at that, so what’s the point in using a primitive weapon like a bow and arrow to hunt food? That seems like reasonable enough logic, but here’s the … [Read more...]
How To Stockpile Food On A Tight Budget
The first winter in my new home delivered a snowstorm of epic proportions. I'm talking ten-foot snowdrifts and downed trees everywhere. We were snowed in for five long days, and there was no way to get to the grocery store. Thankfully, we keep a small stockpile of food on hand which is more than enough to see us … [Read more...]
6 Ways To Find Your Way In The Wilderness Without A Compass
Getting Lost Without a Compass Can Happen to the Best of Us. Here’s What to Do. No one heads into the wilderness with the intention of getting lost. But it happens all the time, even during the most innocent, daytime hike, fishing or hunting trip, and especially to the serious and sometimes over-confident … [Read more...]
5 Prepper Uses for Pine Sap
Could you live off of the land if you had to? For most people, the answer to this question is a hard no. But it doesn’t have to be a hard no for you. Living off the land is all about using the numerous resources at your disposal to help yourself stay alive. One such resource that could be of high value to you is … [Read more...]
18 Inexpensive Items You Should Stockpile Right Now
If you're new to prepping and on a tight budget, you should take a look at this list. The survival items listed here aren't just inexpensive, they could be very useful in a disaster scenario. Tarps, for instance, have at least 25 survival uses such as building shelter, patching leaks, collecting rainwater, and so … [Read more...]
30 Survival Skills Modern People Have Forgotten
Every generation is skilled at using the technology of its era. For example, people today are very good at driving cars, using smartphones, setting up home entertainment systems, and so forth. The problem is, if the end of the world as we know it ever happens, all those skills will be useless. The skills of our … [Read more...]
12 Things Preppers Should Teach Their Children
Becoming a parent changes you. I wasn't a particularly hard-working or responsible person in my twenties, but when I became a father, everything changed. No longer could I sleep in on the weekends or waste hours in front of the television. I had to rise to the occasion, and I'm a better person for it. As a parent, I … [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 feel stuck, like there's nothing you … [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 things you can do with them besides build … [Read more...]
Best Prepper Jobs To Help Rebuild Society After SHTF
During a long-term TEOTWAWKI disaster, all of your attention and energy will be focused on surviving each day. Now is the time to prepare, not just for an SHTF event, but for what comes after. Survivors will be tasked with rebuilding their communities, and ultimately society as a whole. After a mega-disaster, the … [Read more...]
How to Build a Fire Even If The Wood Is Wet
Picture this: You've gone camping for the weekend, but an unexpected storm has blown into the area. The sun is going down, the temperature is dropping, and now it's raining. Even worse: You haven't built a fire. Meanwhile, your family is sitting in a nearby tent and starting to get very cold. You need to generate … [Read more...]
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