Samuel 
While most of the known outbreaks of viral hemorrhagic fevers, such as Ebola and Hantavirus, have seemingly happened organically, they could be incredibly dangerous if weaponized. Typically communicated zoonotically, or from humans to animals, viral hemorrhagic fevers have high mortality rates and are highly contagious. One of the factors that is worrisome about viral hemorrhagic … Read more
Ah, duct tape, the tape of seemingly infinite uses. Duct tape has so many uses around a house or shop, you probably make sure to always keep a roll on hand. I don’t know about you, but in my house, when we run out of duct tape, it’s considered a dire emergency. We always know … Read more
Net making is one of the most ancient artisan skills, and it’s still highly relevant today. Net fishing is an important skill to know and could be highly useful in a great number of survival scenarios. This video shows a very simple and reliable method for making fishing nets. It’s definitely something you should try … Read more
If you have a family, especially if you have small children, you probably want to be prepared for their sake. It is a parent’s instinct to make sure they are always clothed, fed, and housed, and that will become even more pertinent when disaster strikes. There is so much more to survival than simply stocking … Read more
All the food, medical supplies, and ammo stocked up in your home will do nothing for you if you’re not prepared for what to do when a disaster strikes. There are many scenarios you should be preparing for with your family, so I’ll try to cover the most important ones in the coming weeks. To start, let’s … Read more
Coconuts are an incredibly vital source of nutrients and calories, but they can be a huge pain to crack open. Most people use machetes or even specially made presses to open them, since their thick husks are so stubborn. In this video, a woman opens a coconut with no tools at all, and virtually with … Read more
I like to post infographics from time to time on this site, especially when I find a really good and useful one. This might be one of the coolest and most useful infographics I’ve come across yet, however. What is the one thing that most modern humans will have on their person when stranded in … Read more
In their first conversation since the recent airstrikes in Syria, Russian President Vladimir Putin and US President Donald Trump discussed a possible cease-fire agreement in the war-torn country of Syria. President Trump rocked the international community three weeks ago by authorizing a surprise airstrike on an airfield in Syria, after a horrific chemical attack took … Read more
We are continuing on with our series on bioterrorism today, discussing the threat of smallpox. It has long been suspected that smallpox, a mostly eradicated disease in the West, could be used by terrorists. Of all the biological agents that could be used as weapons, it is considered that anthrax and smallpox would be the most … Read more
In self-defense, a bigger weapon is of no use to you unless you can use it smartly. In this video, a would-be robber with a handgun tries to hold up a liquor store, manned by a woman who seemed barely phased by his attempt. She smartly utilizes her own defense and thwarts his attempt before … Read more
Many people who consider themselves preppers and survivors know what to do in many emergency situations. They know how and when to bug out. They can start a fire, catch a rabbit, and make shelter even in harsh conditions. However, when they are in the comfort of a normal day, they often take their safety … Read more
While many preppers like to make sure they can create a stockpile of important OTC medications and antibiotics, having a knowledge of natural herbs and remedies is indispensable. Herbs are considerably cheaper than pharmaceutical medications, and can often alleviate a problem before you ever need to use the less natural option. Don’t get me wrong, … Read more
It is crucially important to take care of your feet, and your boots, when you are camping, hiking, backpacking, or in a survival situation. Any good soldier knows that taking care of your feet is a life-or-death situation. One of the important aspects of taking care of your feet is to tie your boots properly. … Read more
I recently posted a quick guide to understanding biohazard and chemical threats, and I wanted to dig a little deeper into bioterrorism agents. Wikipedia defines “bioterrorism” as follows: Bioterrorism is terrorism involving the intentional release or dissemination of biological agents. These agents are bacteria, viruses, or toxins, and may be in a naturally occurring or … Read more
If you’re a committed survivalist, you’ve probably considered some ways you can prepare your family long-term, for self-sufficiency. Whether you’re preparing for a post-disaster scenario or simply trying to go off-grid, one great way to be more self-reliant is to raise livestock. One of the most common livestock animals is a cow. We are so … Read more
When you think of terrorism or war, you probably think of explosives, nuclear detonation, or conventional ground troops threatening your life and your home. But there is another very real aspect of terrorism and war: the threat of chemical and biohazard weapons or disasters. So what are these threats? Chemical Hazardous chemicals are a simple … Read more
If you are going to prep for any disaster, it should be weather related. This is the #1 most pertinent kind of survival prep, because it is the least predictable. The possibility of war may come and go, terrorist attacks are growing more likely every day but still aren’t widespread, martial law is practically just … Read more
You’ve probably run plenty of drills and scenarios in your mind. Financial collapse, natural disaster, civil unrest, or martial law set in–how can you keep your family safe? Hopefully, you have your plan-of-action and supplies ready, but do you know how you’ll maintain your situation in post-disaster chaos? Specifically, what do you do when folks … Read more
Ideally, you’ve already got your bug-out bag (BOB), your every day carry (EDC), and “I’m Not Coming Home” (INCH) gear all packed and squared away. Have overlooked another equally crucial survival kit? The blackout kit (BOK) has its own unique components and is indispensable in certain scenarios. Why do I need a blackout kit? Imagine … Read more
Getting news and information when disaster strikes is critical. Evacuation instructions, status updates, and emergency notifications will likely be shared on the air during a SHTF scenario, and without a non-electronic communication device, you’ll be left in the dark. Your cable or satellite TV will eventually go out, if they survived the disaster at all. … Read more
U.S. Vice-President Mike Pence said today that denuclearization of the North Korean peninsula is still possible without conflict. This reassuring statement came after weeks of mounting fears of war with North Korea, and President Trump’s constant warning that the US will do everything possible to protect South Korea and the US mainland from the nuclear … Read more
If you are able to grow bananas in your climate, you absolutely should! This incredibly fruit is the ultimate survival food. It is an excellent source of calories and nutrients, and people around the world have relied on banana as an essential source of food for centuries. This video gives some great insight into how … Read more
You’ve probably heard the expression “food desert” as applied to urban areas that don’t have reliable access to fresh, whole foods. Well, in a survival situation, it’s easy to imagine that many urban areas will be landlocked from any kind of reliable wild edibles, too. But this is not the case! Plants grow everywhere, even … Read more
If you have been prepping and learning about what it takes to survive in different situations when the world decides to go downhill fast, you might think you have all the skills you need to do well. You know how to hunt, make fires, and build shelters. However, there are at least a few things … Read more
It’s easy to think of the basics. Freeze-dried food, first aid supplies, clean drinking water, blankets, etc. But there are a number of surprising survival items that you should be stocking up on as well, that might not immediately come to mind. Your life in a survival situation or after a disaster won’t look like … Read more
When you are out there just trying to survive, you need to take care of yourself. Your mind and your body are the most important tools you have, so if something goes wrong, you could be in serious trouble. One of the areas that tends to cause problems for many people is the feet. The … Read more
Gasoline will be one of the most coveted and important resources after a disaster. It is vital to store as much as you can, but it is also incredibly pertinent to do so safely, as it is a toxic and flammable substance. This video is a great discussion on the best way to store gasoline, … Read more
Activated charcoal is one of the most important first aid items to have in your bug out bag, preparedness first aid kit, or home medicine cabinet. It is one of the most important tools in removing impurities and toxins of all kinds and has a ton of different applications. You can typically buy it in … Read more
Over the weekend, the political tensions that have ravaged our country over the last year came to a head in the form of violence in the streets in the historically liberal college town of Berkeley, California. Berkeley was the site of the famous free speech rallies of the 1960’s in protest of the Vietnam War, … Read more
Vice President Mike Pence addressed concerned Asian nations today, assuring our allies and North Korea that if provoked, the US would respond with full force. In a statement made while standing less than 100 feet away from North Korean soldiers in the Korean Demilitarized Zone, Pence told reporters that Pyongyang needed to understand that President Trump’s … Read more
Bone broth has become a trendy foodie trend that is very simple and easy to make. There are many incredible health benefits of bone broth, which is one of the reasons it is currently so popular. But for a survivalist, all you need to know is this: it is an incredibly easy, low-tech way to … Read more
I recently posted instructions on how to make your own sourdough starter, and it was received quite well. I thought I’d share a video on how to make the actual bread, because while it is similar to traditional active dry yeast, there are definitely some important techniques and nuances. Please note, this is just one … Read more
Amid rising tension between the US and North Korea, the rogue communist nation celebrated the birthday of its founder, Kim Il Sung, with a full regalia military parade. Featured in this parade was the unveiling of what were apparently new missiles that North Korea clearly wanted the world to see. It is unclear whether or … Read more
Right now, where I live, it’s that ideal time of year in between winter and summer, when we don’t need to use the heater or the air conditioner. This is very effective for our electricity bill, but for many, neither heating or indoor air conditioning are an option. Air conditioning is certainly a modern luxury that many live … Read more
Turkey is a delicious bird, and if you want to have turkey on the table, you need to learn how to hunt them properly. These creatures are wily and they can be very skittish, so it will take some practice, and the following tips should help you on your journey. The birds have very good … Read more
“The loudest sound you’ll ever hear in a life or death situation is a click.” Guns are tools like any other, and this means they’re not immune to malfunction. The trouble is, if you’re relying on your firearm to defend yourself, you need to be able to fix these malfunctions as quickly as possible so … Read more
Prepping for survival means you have the items needed to survive and even thrive no matter what might happen. It could be a natural disaster, economic collapse, or any other number of possible scenarios when the SHTF. Preppers and survivalists know what it takes to survive, and they have the knowledge, along with plenty of … Read more
The art of breadmaking is an ancient one, and what is commonly known as “sourdough” is really just the most commonly known version of the way people would naturally leaven bread before commercially available dry yeast packets were available. Now, what does this have to do with survival, you might ask? Well, the short answer … Read more
I’ve always been really fascinated by all types of off-grid cooking. Not only is it interesting to see how people revive these ancient techniques, but it’s incredibly useful for any survivalist and prepper to know. Not only might you want to get your own home equipped with something like a clay cob oven, but understanding … Read more
When you are out in the wild and trying to survive, dehydration has a terrible way of sneaking up on you. Before you know it, you could be suffering from this condition, which can cause a host of issues for you, making it very difficult to do much of anything, let alone survive. That is … Read more