Make sure these 7 survival essentials are in every kit you create. These are just the essentials and recommended necessities to make SHTF life easier. Life is a journey with lots of ups and downs. While enjoying good times, you hardly think of the situations that might give you troubles. Some of the most common examples […]
The official 2017 Bug Out Bag Checklist. Be prepared for anything that comes your way in 2017 with a fully equipped Bug Out Bag. See our top picks… If you’re prepping for a long term event or think you might have to evacuate your home one day, you need a bug out bag ready to go. Without […]
Freeze drying food at home is simple and easy, with or without a machine. Learn how to freeze dry all kinds of foods with no special equipment. Learning how to freeze dry food is something that’s gaining popularity. It doesn’t come as a surprise to us, because many preppers are now simply discovering the “long forgotten” […]
In this article we show you the step by step process of making a simple but effective survival bow out of a sapling or a small branch, and a little cordage. A DIY survival bow is a weapon that is incredibly effective and easy to make. You can make one with only found materials in just a few […]
There’s a small chance you’ll end up having face a bear, but if ever you do, it’d be nice to know what to do. Learn how to come out alive inside this article. Imagine this: you’re out in the middle of a casual hike with your friends, enjoying a beautiful day in the great outdoors. […]
Prepare for winter driving before you need it. Winter driving can quickly turn dangerous, so plan today. Learn what should do for a worry-free winter. Prepping for every day life is often times overlooked but is the first place everyone should start. One common situation that happens to many is getting stranded in your car […]
I spotted the two figures coming over the wall at our compound. I had two options: Light them up with my flashlight, or light them up with the trigger…. I had the high ground and good cover when they both came through a doorway into a small courtyard below me. One had a revolver tucked into […]
Whenever we cover lock picking for survival we’re always asked, “is this legal?”. The answer? Maybe! Check if you’re in the clear with this infographic. Lock picking kits are a popular prepper tool for many bug out bags, and a subject we’ve covered many times. One of the great deterrents to the craft of lock picking is the […]
Winter weather and extreme cold is a quick killer. Learn what you MUST do to stay alive in one of the toughest challenges an outdoorsman might face. The rewards of the outdoors comes with a few dangers. There are so many things that can go wrong during a hunting or camping trip (car failure, getting lost, injury, avalanche, […]
Fishing is a relaxing family pastime, and it can save your life! But how can you find and catch fish in an emergency, or without any gear? Learn how… Nature is beautiful, but it is also rugged and dangerous. Perhaps that’s why we love it so much. And whether you’re and avid outdoorsman, or someone who […]
Is a slingshot right for your preps? Learn why and see how to use a slingshot for survival, hunting (small and large game!), fishing, and as a weapon. When you think of survival weapons you probably don’t immediately think of slingshots. In fact, when you think of slingshots, you probably imagine Bart Simpson causing havoc in his […]
Does your water filter really clean contaminated water? Probably not. Learn why, and see how we remove these dangerous chemicals and heavy metals. Confusion is a good thing: you know you have a problem and you try to fix it. But there’s one thing in the preparedness community that many aren’t even aware of: that not all water purification […]
Is your front door really secure? Learn the basics of lock picking with this infographic and test your own locks to see how secure they really are… Every skill or splinter of knowledge we ever acquire brings with it an unexpected enlightenment. An unseen side of things that are only carried to light through the lens of that knowledge and sometimes […]
Learning how to hunt with a bow and arrow, especially with a focus on stealth hunting and tracking, is one of the most valuable skills a prepper can have. Not everyone plans to become a survivor someday, so learning survival skills isn’t something most people worry about. Many would rather roll over when the lights go out. […]
The desert is one of the most deadly places to survive. Increase your chances with these tips and tricks that will give you an edge in any hot environment. The desert leaves hundreds of people in life threatening situations every year. Sadly, it succeeds in claiming the life of some. With burning hot days, freezing cold nights, […]