When most people think of preppers, they picture middle-aged white guys. While that demographic does make up a large portion of preppers, there are people of all races, genders, and ages who are interested in prepping. There are even teenage preppers out there. You might be surprised to learn just how many members are Generation Z are interested in … [Read more...]
Top 20 Prepping Mistakes to Avoid
With the abundance of bad information out there and the overwhelming amount you need to learn, it's easy for new preppers to make a lot of mistakes. I've made many mistakes myself and I'm sure I'll make more, but that's part of the learning process. To help you speed up this process, here are some common prepping mistakes you'll want to avoid (in no … [Read more...]
5 Things That Could Go Wrong With Your Survival Plan
There’s a famous quote by Mike Tyson which says, “Everyone has a plan ‘till they get punched in the mouth.” With that said, few things can punch you in the mouth harder than a life-threatening disaster. While it’s certainly important to have a survival plan in place, it’s also important to know what could go wrong with it. Considering potential downfalls … [Read more...]
45 Life Hacks from 100 Years Ago
Ever heard of Gallaher Cigarettes? Probably not. Back in the day, cards were inserted into cigarette packs to make them stronger, and Gallahar Group would print life hacks on them. Now a century later, people are have taken notice of these hacks and started sharing them on the Internet. A few weeks ago, Preppers Will posted scans of these cards on their … [Read more...]
15 Desert Survival Tips That Could Save Your Life
As someone who grew up in Arizona, I can assure you that survival in the desert is a very different beast. The dry air sucks the moisture out of you so quickly, it can be difficult to stay hydrated even while working in your own backyard. Without water, you won't survive in the desert for nearly as long as you would in a humid climate. In a place where … [Read more...]
17 Prepping Tips Every Newbie Should Know
Sometimes people complain when I post survival information that is "obvious" or "for newbies." I understand where they're coming from, but I think they'd be surprised just how many of my visitors are brand new preppers. I regularly get messages from people asking where to start or what to read first, so I'm going to keep publishing beginner info for their … [Read more...]
Setting Up Camp With Just 5 Dollar Store Survival Items
This video by Corporals Corner shows that if you know what you're doing, you can survive in the wilderness with only a few simple supplies. There are lots of "dollar store survival item" lists out there, but what I love about this video is how he takes the items into the woods and uses them to set up a camp. The items he got for $5 each are: A … [Read more...]
Survival Psychology: How to Never Surrender
Canadian Prepper is probably the best survival-related channel on Youtube. He's made hundreds of high-quality videos on a variety of topics. This particular video is on a topic that isn't discussed often enough: survival psychology. People in the first world live such easy, cushy lives compared to everyone else. Yes, even those of you who work long hours … [Read more...]
8 Signs Of Terrorism To Watch Out For
In my opinion, terrorism is a problem that is only going to get worse. Maybe if the United States stopped giving foreign aid to countries that fund terrorism, but that's a subject for another article (on another site). The point is, even though it's been over 15 years since 9/11, there is just as much cause for alarm now as there was back then. To help keep … [Read more...]
How To Open a Can With a Metal Spoon
This week's video comes from Full Spectrum Survival. A little over a year ago, I shared a video about how to open a can without a can opener. The trick is to rub the can on some concrete until the lid is loose enough to pop off. But what if you're out in the wild and there is no concrete or even a flat rock to rub the can against? Well, turns out if you … [Read more...]
The 6 Unbreakable Laws Of Survival You Need To Know
Survival Life recently put together an awesome article based on a video by the Youtube channel, City Prepping. It serves as an excellent introduction to preparedness and survival. What do you think are the 6 most important preps / abilities every prepper should have? Vince from Survival Life answers that question in this article. Follow the link below to … [Read more...]
5 Prepping Lessons From The Walking Dead
VP Prepping & Survival made a great video with 5 lessons people can learn from The Walking Dead. Some preppers complain that this show is unrealistic (of course it is, it's a TV show about zombies!), but I don't really care whether it's realistic. It's meant to be entertaining, not educational. And it has inspired many people to start preparing for a … [Read more...]
10 Last Minute Preps When a Disruptive Event is Brewing
Although many disasters strike without warning, oftentimes there is plenty of warning. For example, a hurricane is heading in your direction, the stock market is in a free fall, or a peaceful protest in your part of town is turning violent. If you see signs of a disruptive event, you should take action right away. But what exactly should you do? Gaye … [Read more...]
7 Stupid Things People Do In Survival & Doomsday Shows
Over the past few years, the number of survival-related TV Shows has grown by leaps and bounds. On the one hand, you have the survivalist shows like Alone, Dual Survival, and Doomsday Preppers. And on the other hand, you have doomsday shows like The Strain, Falling Skies, and of course, The Walking Dead. Perhaps it's because of a growing interest in … [Read more...]
25 Badass Camping Hacks For Your Next Trip
In my opinion, fall is the best time of year to go camping. In addition to the beautiful colors, fall comes with cooler weather, fewer bugs, fewer people, and cheaper rates at most campgrounds. If you live anywhere near a campground, October is a great time to go. But before you go, you need to check out these 25 camping hacks from Survival Life. They … [Read more...]
How To Disappear Completely: The Great Vanishing Act
Have you ever thought about completely disappearing from the grid? Maybe you're in over your head with some dangerous people, maybe you want to get away from it all before society collapses, or maybe you're just curious what it would take to vanish from civilization. Whatever your reasons, this article has the answers. Skilled Survival put together a … [Read more...]
