In light of current events, we thought it might be a good time to discuss some basic safety tips for riots. This is not necessarily…
Self Reliance
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You know how important it is to have a good first aid kit in a survival scenario. However, you might not simply want to buy…
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If you plan to use a bow and arrow to hunt deer as a means of getting meat in a survival scenario, you need to…
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If you own firearms, or are planning on purchasing your first firearm, you are probably torn between listening to people who tell you that you…
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I was recently browsing some of my favorite survival blogs and saw an article that I thought was brilliant. It was on the site PreppersSurvive.com…
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If you are in an emergency and need the use of an electronic device like a flashlight or headlamp, but don’t have the batteries your…
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It’s getting colder this time of year, and if you find yourself stuck outside with temperatures dropping, fire could be the difference between life and…
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These days AR-15s are a popular choice for home defense weapons, and even for game hunting. When using your rifle for hunting, you will need…
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Few of us are former Green Berets or grew up in the Alaskan wild. In the event that we might need to transition from our…
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These days, more and more women are getting their concealed carry permits. Firearms are often referred to as “the great equalizer” because they can give…
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1. All you need is a bug-out bag While having a bug-out bag is very important, it’s not the end-all be-all to survival. Even if…
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We have all seen the video and images of people suffering in the aftermath of hurricane Katrina at the Superdome, waiting for government assistance that…
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The most effective tool for self defense is a firearm. But what if you are one of the people living in an area where your…
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Water can be a tricky thing for survivalists. In an emergency or disaster situation, you’re going to need clean, potable water, but you likely won’t…
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We know we can’t rely on gasoline forever, especially after SHTF. While it is certainly prudent to store whatever gasoline you can for vehicles and…
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GMO plants and seeds are ubiquitous these days and trying to keep Monsanto out of your kitchen can be very difficult. It can also be…
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It doesn’t take a whole lot of imagination to think about one of the more disturbing threats to a hearty survival stash: less-prepared people. Not…
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It can be overwhelming to pick among the many options for first aid kits and medical stockpiles, especially if you’d prefer natural, holistic remedies over…
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Some forms of technology will never be fully obsolete. These three primitive cooking methods are still great options for low-tech cooking. But what distinguishes these…
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Coffee filters have a multitude of uses for survival and around the house. Here is a list of ten for specifically survival situations. Coffee filters…
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It can be overwhelming trying to memorize the name and appearance of the dozens of edible plants that can be found in North America. Here’s…
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Pemmican is a dehydrated survival superfood that is nutritionally complete and incredibly long-lasting. It is made with nothing else but lean meat, tallow, and berries.…
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If you’re preparing to survive in an emergency or disaster situation, you’re likely starting to think about what kinds of foods you should be stockpiling.…
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Food storage is one of the primary concerns for any survivalist. The average American probably doesn’t realize how much their lives are dependent on refrigeration,…
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Raw honey is absolutely amazing. It should be a staple in any kitchen or natural medicine chest. Like raw milk or cheese, raw honey is…
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In our fast-paced technologically-centered modern world, many adults have never learned some of the basic skills need for self-sufficiency or survival. We’ve complied a list of some…
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Good situational awareness can save your life in a number of ways. It could mean being aware of where you place your feet as you…
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I really liked this top 10 list I came across about the top survival considerations. It is a concise list that focuses on the key…
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Dealing with pests is a common theme with survival gardens. Check out this quick video about organic and plant friendly ways of protecting your crops……
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Have you ever had a run in with poison ivy? If you have, you’d know how terrible that rash can be. Jim Brauker, PH.D. has…