How To Guides
Self Sufficiency in Today’s World
Off grid, offline or even off the net, call it what you will, complete self-sufficiency is difficult in today’s world. Some may even believe they are totally off grid right now but may not be. You may say you have a solar, hydro or wind turbine system in place, but these systems will require maintenance […]
Living off the Grid, Can It Be Done?
Given the state of the country and the world today people are beginning to wonder if they can survive when municipalities can no longer provide for their citizens. Recent natural disasters have proven that some communities are not prepared for a crisis. Antiquated infrastructure that has been patched together for years because of financial woes […]
Using Punji Stick Traps to Defend your Homestead
When the end of the world as we know it comes down on you with brutal force you may find yourself with limited firearms and ammunition, and you may be unable to effectively defend all aspects of your home at the same time. This is where ingenuity and improvisation come in and may play a […]
Water Storage Info-Graphic
The need to store water for an emergency is not rocket science. However, understanding how to treat the water you store, what containers to use is the hard part. This info-graphic from food-insurance covers material we’ve highlighted in our posts in the past however does it in a visually easy to understand way. Click on […]
Prepping on a Budget in 2014
Being a prepper is all about setting priorities and being responsible. If you’ve been on any survival forums or watched doomsday prepping shows on television, you’ve likely seen individuals that have committed an enormous amount of their time and money into preparing for TEOTWAWKI. By all means, if you have the disposable income and resources […]
Bug In or Bug Out? The Wrong Decision May Cost You Your Life.
Before you can have the option to go somewhere in advance of a crisis, you must have a place to go that will welcome you. Don’t allow circumstances to make the choice for you. Prepare to be able to do both. If you live in Urban, Suburban, Earthquake, Hurricane or Flood Zones you MUST have […]
How Much Land is Required to Feed A Family?
In the event of a natural disaster or an international catastrophe, it is important to have a survival plan in order to help you and your family stay alive. One of the most crucial components of any survival plan is of course food; knowing how you will get food if supply lines go down is […]
Tips For Prepping With Kids
If you are a prepper with young children, you have a whole other layer of preps you are responsible for. Laying in supplies for your kids shouldn’t be a problem if you think it through. Comfort food In any kind of emergency kids will stay calmer and feel more secure if they can eat familiar […]
How To Sleep Warm
Studies have shown that sleep is essential for survival. How do you ensure that you get a good night’s sleep? Well by keeping warm! Here’s an info graphic from scoutmastercg on how to sleep warm.
Ten Uses of Lemon That You Weren’t Aware of
Food survival kits usually consists of the basic amenities such as water, non-perishable food in the form of canned meat, fruits and vegetables, nuts and dried fruits, and canned juices. But there is one more important item that has to be added to your bug out list. In fact, this naturally available item should be […]
