As a prepper, you strive to be prepared for emergencies. You have an extended food supply, a well-stocked first-aid kit, and back-up plans for loss of power. However, when a disaster strikes, even the best-laid plans can go awry. You may be in a place where those supplies are not accessible, for example. However, … [Read more...]
10 Things You Must Do To Survive Nuclear War
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...]
EMP or Power Outage? How to Tell the Difference
One of the most worrisome threats that the United States faces is an EMP. With just a single nuclear weapon, a hostile force could dismantle a majority of the nation’s electrical grid, rendering everything from major power plants all the way down to hand-held electronics inoperable. Of course, an EMP detonation … [Read more...]
The First 10 Things To Do After The SHTF
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 EMP). While all those people are frozen … [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 recommend taking the time to learn about … [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 long-term disaster with no signs of abating? … [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 learn I live in a house without … [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 know how many hours I spent learning and … [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, Dental, Mental, And Vision - The better … [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 separately. Here are some tips to help you know … [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 reason humans are a social animal: Our … [Read more...]
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