Survival

Zip ties are awesome, in so many ways. They can secure so many things very securely, and they’re totally adjustable to whatever you need. Not…

When SHTF, drug stores will probably be one of the first places to be raided. In natural disasters, they often are. OTC drugs become scarce,…

If you’ve been paying attention to the news lately, then you’ve no doubt heard about the recent widespread outbreak of the Zika virus. New outlets…

What in heaven’s name is going on to this world? Tsunamis, war, drought, earthquakes, a super volcano under Yellowstone, radiation from Fukushima…it’s starting to sound…

Since most of us have at least a modest stash of canned foods for an emergency, it’s really great to know a few different ways…

It is always a good idea to assemble your own seed vault, as opposed to buying one ready-made. There are several good reasons for this,…

Every time you get a prescription from your doctor, your medication comes in a new medicine bottle. While it might be tempting to throw those…

Bugging out doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. There are definitely some items you’ll want to invest more money in, like backpacks…

Do you ever watch action-adventure movies and wonder how people get caught out in deserts and other high-exposure situations without getting sunburned? Of course, in…

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…

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…

Experts on survival and prepping often focus on the physical things that people need to do to be ready for a disaster. They’ll teach you…

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…

Water is the single most important aspect of survival. You can survive up to three weeks without food, but only three days without water. When…

When disaster hits, disease and infection can often quickly become the primary cause of death. Having food, water, and shelter are crucial-but there are medical…

A lot of our modern survival wisdom for SHTF these days actually comes from people who are or have been homeless. The men and women…

In the alternative media and among many internet circles, the subject of martial law has been a hot topic for the last few years. And with an…

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…

Every year, on average, one million Americans are victims of violent home invasions.  Self-defense starts at home.  What can you do to increase your chances…

Bears are common throughout North America, and when camping, hiking, or bugging out, it’s very important to familiarize yourself with basic bear safety tips. Know…

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…

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…

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…

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.…

Dehydrators are very common among survivalists, and for good reason: you can use them to make your own dehydrated food at a fraction of the…

Prepping with children, especially small children, can be very intimidating. It’s hard enough getting them to clean their room or eat their vegetables, how can…

As you start stockpiling food and gear for a survival situation, just looking at a lot of the items that you might need can be…

Heat exhaustion is more than just fatigue. It’s a serious condition that could very easily lead to heat stroke. Fortunately, if you know what to…

We all know to keep items like knives, radios, flash lights, first aid kits, emergency blankets etc. in our bug-out bag. But for the frugal…

When it comes to preparing for a disaster, a lot of people forget about man’s best friend. They focus so much on what they’ll do…

From the zombie apocalypse to a simple backpacking trip, fitness can make or break your survival experience. Literally, in some cases. Your body is your most…

Dutch ovens are a great addition to any survival pantry. Quite possibly the only cooking utensil you will need for SHTF, it is also fantastic…

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…

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…

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…

Growing your own garden is a key part of making your home more self-sustaining. One of the biggest mistakes that first-time gardeners make is not…

Stockpiling an emergency pantry is a process that many homesteaders and self-reliant homeowners consider an essential part of providing for their families. There are many…

I wanted to highlight these bug out bag packing techniques from gray wolf survival. They do a good job of coving things that would otherwise…

Survival gardening is the process of creating a garden that could if it needed to, become your main source of food. In some cases, homesteaders…