One of the most important decisions to make in your preparations for survival is whether you should stay in place or head for the…
October 2016
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Humans are at the top of the food chain due to our intellect and social structure, not necessarily our physical prowess. When you are in…
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One of the biggest concerns for long-term self-reliance or survival is energy. Most energy sources that we rely on seem to be finite. Gasoline, propane,…
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Whether you currently live in an area with vast wilderness and need to keep a pack with supplies in your vehicle all the time…
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If you are outside when a thunderstorm comes, the safest thing you can do is to get inside a house or a car. But these…
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For the first time in decades, violent crime rates are on the rise. This is not a trend likely to change if the availability of…
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It can take 3 weeks to die of starvation, 3 days to die of dehydration, but in cold weather you can die in 3 hours…
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Making it through a disaster can be just the beginning. Cut off from power, water, and medical resources, your life can still be in danger…
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Not all fires are created equal. If all you know is the standard teepee style campfire, then your fire skills might be a bit lacking. …
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Chances are, you’ve already got a big jar of petroleum jelly in your bathroom. But did you know that you should have one in your…
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If you have never used a rocket stove it is difficult to believe how little fuel can be used to effectively cook your food. A…
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With Hurricane Matthew closing in on the east coast, hurricane preparedness is on everyone’s mind. It’s important to inform yourself on what to expect and…
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Being able to quickly exit a car that is being submerged in water is very important to know how to do should your area be…
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When disaster strikes and you are searching for resources, locks are going to be obstacles between you and what you need. But that doesn’t…
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With violent crime back on the rise, terrorism, and an increasing trend of lawlessness, it’s no wonder that first-time gun ownership is on the rise…
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Residents of Florida are used to hurricanes, but it’s always big news when a major one is headed towards any part of the US. And…
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One of the less glamorous aspects of survival is being prepared for either short-term survival during some kind of attack, or the need to be…
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If you are a survivor of a natural disaster one of your first concerns will be clean drinking water. Attempting to drink water that has…
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Your chances of living through an event such as being stranded in the wilderness or civil unrest will greatly increase if you have a…
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Most attacks occur in what is called transitional spaces. These are places where you are transitioning from one environment to another and where the attacker…
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In a wilderness survival situation, you can’t count on things going your way. This time of year, cold will be a main concern if you…
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You can never have enough fire starters, ammo, or bottled water. This list contains just a few of the fire starters that can be made…
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