There are hundreds and hundreds of first aid items out there, which is why building a first aid kit can be so overwhelming. It helps to start by narrowing it down to the essentials, and then building on that. If you could only choose 20 first aid supplies, which would they be? In this video, Serious Survivor makes some great suggestions. Want to save … [Read more...]
Here Is What To Put In Your Kids’ Bug Out Bags
One day you could be chilling in your backyard, and the next, you could be evacuating from a hurricane, or an earthquake, or a nuclear attack. If you're an experienced prepper, you could probably be ready to hit the road in a matter of minutes. Children, however, don't normally prepare for potential disasters on their own. If you have children, that job … [Read more...]
4 Ways To Use Your Smartphone Without a Signal
Sometimes I don't know how I ever lived without a smartphone. I'm not one of those people who stare at social media all day, but I do use my phone for a lot of things. I use my smartphone for taking notes, setting alarms, reading books, listening to music, casting TV shows, tracking my workouts, counting my calories, and playing the occasional game. … [Read more...]
A Simple and Useful Bug Out Bag Prep
I've written several articles about bug out bags and have made many lists of bug out bag items that most people forget. Which is why I was so surprised when I came across this video about a bug out bag item I'd never considered before. This tip comes from Canadian Prepper, and he recommends putting these small, lightweight items into your bug out bag. … [Read more...]
15 Most Overlooked Items for SHTF
If you ask anybody on the street what the most important survival items are, you’re most likely going to receive answers such as a knife, canteen, bandana, lighter, food, first aid kit, compass, map, and so forth. Are each of those items useful for survival? Absolutely. But at the same time, there are many important survival related items that people … [Read more...]
3 Emergency Items You Should Not Skimp On
Being frugal is a good thing, but it's possible to be frugal to a fault. Yes, it's great to save money, but when you only buy cheap products, you're going to end up dealing with broken products. Then you'll be going back to the store to replace what broke and will end up spending more money than if you'd just bought a premium product in the first place. … [Read more...]
7 Things You’ll Realize After Living Without Electricity
If you've ever wondered what it's like to live without electricity for a long time, just ask the people of Puerto Rico. Many of them lived without power for nearly a year. And according to a Harvard study, the death rate in Puerto Rico nearly doubled after Hurricane Maria do to a lack of air conditioning and medical care. It has been estimated that if … [Read more...]
Body Armor for Urban Survival: Here’s What You Need
One of the most overlooked pieces of tactical equipment for civilians, without question, is body armor. Many people are under the impression that body armor is for the military and law enforcement only. This could not be further from the truth. Not only is body armor fully legal in all fifty states, it’s widely available, too. When preparing for SHTF … [Read more...]
7 Everyday Carry Tools That Will Last a Lifetime
They don't make them like they used to, do they? Over the past few decades, it seems like the things I purchase don't last as long. I still have tools I bought twenty years ago, yet I'm replacing tools I bought ten years ago. My conspiracy brain thinks this is intentional in order to get consumers to buy more things. Or it could just be the result of … [Read more...]
25 Simple and Cheap Camping Foods
We're in the heart of summer right now, and lots of people are going camping. When I was a kid, my parents only took me camping a few times. They didn't really know what they were doing, but they did their best. We roasted marshmallows over the fire and made smores. But other than that, we didn't have much to eat. Not knowing what foods to pack, they … [Read more...]
8 Maps You Should Have in Your Bug Out Bag
One of the worst things that can happen during a bug out scenario is getting lost. You could accidentally wander into a dangerous area and get mugged, or you could run out of supplies and end up starving. And since you won't be able to count on your phone, you should definitely have some maps with you. In a world where most everyone has a GPS in their … [Read more...]
10 Prepper Items Everyone Forgets
If you've been a prepper for a long time, you might feel certain that you have everything you need to survive a disaster. But do you? There are literally hundreds--maybe even thousands--of prepper items that you need to acquire if you want to be ready for anything. Chances are, you overlooked a few of them. In this article from Apartment Prepper, Kylie … [Read more...]
How to Build an Emergency First Aid Kit from Scratch
A Comprehensive Guide to Assembling a “Total” First-Aid Kit. It’s standard practice for many people to assemble a 72-hour bug out bag. Part of that bag always includes a small first aid kit. But there’s a problem. It’s small, and while it can deal with most simple cuts, scrapes, and minor burns, it’s mostly a collection of bandages, ointment, and maybe some … [Read more...]
20 Emergency Supplies for Your Children
For most parents, keeping their children safe in a disaster scenario is a higher priority than even their own safety. However, small children can be a major liability in disastrous situations, so it’s important to thoroughly consider them when stocking up on emergency supplies. In this article, we’ll look at 20 emergency supplies for your children as well … [Read more...]
11 Spare Parts for Your Preps
Everyone has spare parts around the house, even if they're just simple things like screws, light bulbs, and batteries. No one wants to run to the store every time a light burns out or the remote batteries die. Of course, you could do that if you had to. But after a major disaster, running to the store might not be an option. When the SHTF, you need all … [Read more...]
The Best Furniture Options For Your Bunker
There are plenty of articles about survival bunkers--why you need them, where to put them, how to build them, and so forth. However, there aren't many articles about the type of furniture you should put in your bunker. You might not think this is very important, but if you plan on surviving in your bunker for a long time, it's extremely important. Most … [Read more...]
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