As we’ve talked about before, cold is one of the quickest killers. Exposure to cold can kill you in only a few hours. Building a…
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Most people might think of squirrels or birds when they think of small game in a survival situation. But you might have to think a…
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Sometimes it’s skills and not supplies that can save a life. One such example is learning how to perform CPR. CPR, or cardiopulmonary resurrection, can…
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A blowgun is probably not the first weapon that comes to mind when you think about prepping for survival. And while there are weapons that…
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Whether you are looking for food in the wilderness or in a post disaster urban setting, small game like rats, rabbits, and squirrels are going…
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If you are in a location where the weather is getting cold, and you are in a survival scenario, things can start to look grim…
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You are a prepper, or at least you think you are. You’ve been acquiring knowledge regarding survival in a variety of situations, and you have…
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In a survival situation, especially when you have to survive for a long period of time without the ability to run down to the grocery…
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I recently came across this very cool video on how to make a “stealth shelf” in your home. It is a great way to hide…
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With the threats of Islamic terrorism and rising violent crime rates first-time gun ownership is also understandably on the rise. Thousands of Americans that…
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Whether you are stranded in the wilderness or fleeing an urban area due to disaster of any sort, you need to figure out your destination…
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For those that don’t watch the news much, there has been an increase in the frequency and tone of talks regarding nuclear war from highly…
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If you are in a wilderness survival situation, or in a disaster area, getting help is a high priority. You or someone you are with…
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If you are stranded in the wilderness fighting for your survival, or trying to live in the wilderness long term, transportation is a must. You…
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Life is dependent upon water, so when you find a source of water in the wilderness, chances are it’s a good place to look…
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Injuries in the wilderness can turn a hike or a camping trip into a fight for your life instantly. The pain alone can immobilize you,…
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In most survival situations finding water is the hard part, then all you need to do is treat it, filter it, or boil it (or…
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Learning how to identify the edible and poisonous plants in your local area is always a good idea. But what if you find yourself in…
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If things always went your way you would never need to worry about how to survive in the wilderness. But since things don’t always go…
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As with all of your tools, paracord can help to save your life, but it will only be as effective as you are skilled with…
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Whether for hunting or defense, a bow is a great tool to have with you in any survival situation. But a bow is a little…
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Shelter and water come first in survival, but sooner or later you will need to eat. Large game is not always an option, you could…
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Knowing how to start a fire and having the tools to get it going are not always going to be enough. You might find that…
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It is estimated that the average American will see 200,000 images of violence in the media by the age of 18. Putting aside the moral…
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One of the most important decisions to make in your preparations for survival is whether you should stay in place or head for the…
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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…