5 Things to Check for Your Homes Electrical Safety

Lighting crossing the sky is something that you have a hard time looking away from. There’s something magical about seeing all of that energy transpire right in front of your eyes. Unfortunately for homeowners, sometimes that gorgeous natural reaction from the environment can cause major problems inside the house. Electricity from lightning strikes is looking … Read more

How to Turn Your Car into an Emergency Generator

There’s no way to determine when you’re going to lose power. Unfortunately, when the power does go out, there is no way to know when it’s going to come back on either. Being without electricity for a few hours or maybe even a couple of days is do-able. What happens if things go longer than … Read more

17 Worst Plants for Allergies

When the season hits, most get excited to see the blooming flowers and trees. The beautiful colors and amazing aromas draw you in. There’s a problem with that when it comes to those that suffer from allergies. There is a category of flowering plants called Asteraceae that produce an abundance of pollen. When that pollen … Read more

Is Your Home Safe From Deadly Carbon Monoxide?

Tasteless, odorless, and colorless are common words used to describe the potentially fatal gas carbon monoxide that can show up in your home. It comes from poor ventilation or improperly functioning appliances. Things like furnaces, gas stoves, and space heaters are known for the CO emissions. Most homes have carbon monoxide detectors installed in them … Read more

Surviving an Intense Interrogation

Sitting at an interrogation table being questioned can cripple even the most self-confident person in the world. If you have intentions of being completely honest, it can cause you to crumble under the pressure of the never-ending questions. Instead of panicking and falling into the traps of an experienced interrogator, know how to react before … Read more

Preventing Dangerous Animal Encounters

We all love seeing wildlife when you know that you are well protected with some sort of barrier between you and the creature. The idea of running into a large animal like a bear, snake, or moose while walking your favorite trail is something that’s always on your mind. It can be a bit terrifying. … Read more

9 Ridiculous Survival Myths

It’s somewhat human nature to believe everything we hear. If you’re watching a survival show on television about how to live in the wilderness in an emergency-type situation, you take whatever they have told you for granted that it’s true. That could end up in disaster for you if you don’t do your research first. … Read more

How and Why Grow Tomatoes in a Bucket

One of the best things about most vegetables (or in this case, fruits) is that they can be grown in the smallest of places. Even if you don’t have a lot of space in your yard for a garden filled with edibles, you can grow plants. You no longer have a good excuse for not … Read more

The Secrets to Surviving Mt. Everest

You’re thinking about taking the adventure and climbing Mt. Everest. It’s one of the most dangerous places to climb in the entire world and around 5% of the people that attempt it…die. You can minimize your chances of becoming a statistic by taking the proper precautions. Don’t let the idea of the possibility of death … Read more

Staying Comfortable with the Right Portable Toilet

Whether you’re a survivalist, an avid camper, or a hunter that spends a lot of time out in the woods, there’s a checklist that you go over every time that you head out. There is a list of essentials that you can’t go without. A hunting knife, a compass, warm clothing and other outdoor gear … Read more

Why is Electric Shock Drowning a Secret Killer?

When a current of electricity hits the body of a swimmer, that person’s skeletal system is paralyzed making it impossible for them to move. The result is most often a drowning that is referred to as Electric Shock Drowning or ESD. Docks and marinas are the most common place where ESD occurs because boats are … Read more

Your Best Survival Investment

In our house, we had the kitchen pantry, the laundry nook pantry, the basement pantry and the 20 Cubic Feet deep freezer chest.  Most of the time, these areas were kept well stocked.  “Running low” on something meant we were down to 2-3 cans or jars of it, not simply one. Our Grandparents homes were … Read more

What is a Juno Jumper and Why it’s a Must Own?

  What do you normally do when your car or truck’s battery goes dead? You may call roadside assistance or call on someone to jump-start your battery. But what if your phone is also dead or you are out in the wilderness or the mountains, and can’t call on someone for help? There is now … Read more

7 Most Common Spiders In The US (Some Being Very Deadly)

  The U.S. is home to many different types of spiders. While the majority of them are harmless (at least to humans, anyway), several can be quite deadly. The seven listed here are commonly found throughout the United States and represent a mix of both harmless and harmful. 1) Black Widow Spiders The Black Widow … Read more

4 DIY Prep and Canning Tips

Survivalists and preppers know that an ideal pantry is filled with long-lasting food supplies. While you can purchase canned fruits and vegetables, there’s nothing quite like handling that task yourself. Plus, if you can items that you grew yourself, whether in a backyard garden or in a community garden, you are that much more self-sufficient. … Read more

8 Essential Pieces of Signaling Equipment

  You can’t be rescued if no one can find you.  In an emergency situation, the easier it is to locate you, the faster help will come.  Fortunately, there are lots of ways you can signal for help that are recognized almost universally.  Here are a few.   Signal Mirror A signal mirror is a … Read more

9 Important Things to do When the Power Goes Out

  When the power goes, especially during a storm, you’re never going to be sure how long the outage will last.  It could be a few minutes; it could be a few days.  After a blizzard or hurricane, it could even be weeks. No matter the cause, it’s better to have a plan in place … Read more

8 Ways to Use a Garbage Bag in a Survival Situation

  There are a number of ways large plastic sheeting could come in handy during an emergency.  And with a few other supplies, like a knife and some duct tape, the possibilities are almost endless.   1.     Keep Yourself and Your Stuff Dry Whether you use a bag to make a poncho or wrap up … Read more