It finally happened. You've been preparing for a disaster like this for years, and now it's actually here. The shit is officially hitting the fan. So what should you do? When the SHTF, many people will be glued to their TV's, smartphones, or radios (unless the disaster is an … [Read more...]
Why Doomsday Bunkers Aren’t As Safe As You Think
In 1961, Business Week magazine posed the question that was on many Americans’ minds: “to dig or not to dig?” President John F. Kennedy and Nikita Khrushchev of the Soviet Union were sparring, and a nervous world watched as the superpowers loomed on the brink of nuclear war. … [Read more...]
10 Things You’ll Miss When The Grid Goes Down
Sometimes I'm amazed at how spoiled modern Americans are. And to be honest, I have to include myself. Every day I get to take a warm shower, live in an air-conditioned home, drink fresh water, eat delicious food, watch entertaining shows, and sleep in a comfy bed. I try to remind … [Read more...]
Nuclear War – 12 Major Things That Will Happen
Sometimes I'm amazed that the world has made it over 70 years with nuclear weapons. We've come incredibly close to doomsday several times, but we keep managing to avoid it. How much longer before it finally happens? Tensions with North Korea have gone down thanks to Trump, but … [Read more...]
25 Survival Uses For Leather Belts
There's an old saying that knowledge weighs nothing. You can only carry so many survival tools, especially if you're bugging out on foot or have to leave in a hurry. However, you can carry an almost limitless amount of knowledge - if you take the time to learn. I highly … [Read more...]
How To Deal With Non-Preppers After SHTF
Have you ever thought about what you will do if the SHTF and friends and/or family start knocking at your door, asking for help? During a local, temporary disaster such as an earthquake or hurricane, it would make sense to help them. I know I would. But what if it's a … [Read more...]
How People Kept Houses Cool Before Air Conditioning Was Invented
At 112-years-old, my house has aged well in many respects. You don’t find its interesting alcoves, side porches, and attractive columns in modern houses. However, most century-old homes were fitted for central air-conditioning decades ago. Mine has not been. Whenever people … [Read more...]
17 Bug Out Vehicle Mistakes To Avoid
Even though bugging out usually isn't as safe as bugging in, there are certain scenarios where bugging out will literally be the only option you have. For instance, you may be ordered to evacuate your home by the authorities, or death could otherwise be very certain if you … [Read more...]
How To Bug Out If You Have No Land
In the preparedness world, we constantly hear about how you can’t bug out unless you have your own property to go to. This secure property is supposed to have a home, livestock, possibly a bunker, a lush garden, a nearby stream, and so much more. This idea of the ultimate bug … [Read more...]
5 Signs The Next Economic Crisis Is Almost Here
Of all the ways that society could come to a sudden halt or crash down spectacularly, a complete economic collapse is one of the more likely, deadly, and quickest ways a country may be brought to its knees. History is filled with examples that we can look to for what may … [Read more...]
10 Terrifying Truths About Long Term Blackouts
One of the most common themes when it comes to prepping and disaster preparedness is the power grid going down, causing a regional or even a nationwide blackout that would result in a catastrophe that very few people have ever experienced in their lives. A long-term blackout … [Read more...]
Could You Still Survive Without Your Bug Out Bag?
It finally happened, but I was prepared. The catastrophic event I had been planning for had occurred. I spent thousands of dollars on gear. I had the right equipment for nearly any situation, and I had trained how to use it in the hot dry summer and the cold wet winter. I don’t … [Read more...]
11 Unlikely Disasters (That You Should Still Prepare For)
When it comes to world-changing disasters, some scenarios are certainly more likely than others. With that said, it’s still a good idea to at least be aware of every possible disaster in order to avoid being caught off guard should the improbable become a reality. Below, we’ll … [Read more...]
5 Things You MUST Do Before SHTF
I know, I know, another list of things to do before the SHTF. I don't care--this one is really good. I found it on the Youtube channel, Serious Survivor, and it's a fantastic intro to preparedness. I typed up a summary below. 5. Take Into Consideration Things Like Health, … [Read more...]
What to Do With Frozen Food During A Power Outage
It’s happened to all of us at one time or another. The power goes out, and we wonder about the food stored in the freezer. Is it safe to eat? Can you refreeze it? Unfortunately, the answers to these questions are not black and white. You will need to evaluate each item … [Read more...]
Top 10 Rules for Prepper Groups
I've said it before, and I'll say it again: One of the biggest mistakes you can make as a prepper is planning to survive all alone. It won't be as easy as you think, and if you encounter a group of looters, you'll have a much harder time escaping with your life. There's a … [Read more...]
How To Prepare For And Survive A Tornado
They can flip cars, rip the roofs from homes, and hurl swirls of debris — including tree trunks and pieces of buildings — with incredible force. Tornadoes are vertical funnels of spinning, rotating air. Their powerful winds can exceed 250 miles per hour, and they can wreak swaths … [Read more...]
11 Ways People Die During Disasters (And How To Avoid Them)
In the aftermath of a major disaster, danger comes in many forms. In fact, the many threats that one must contend with after a disaster can be even more deadly than the disaster itself. For example, imagine surviving an earthquake or hurricane, only to be taken out by murderous … [Read more...]
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