Medical supplies will be in short supply in a SHTF moment. Hospitals generally do not have a massive stock of medication or supplies on hand, and they will run out quickly if the situation is dire enough. That means you should have on hand an essential stock of medications for use in the aftermath of…
[VIDEO] Natural First Aid in a Survival Situation
Like it or not, in a SHTF moment or longer -term survival situation, much of the medical advances we have made over the last 150 years will become luxuries. If our infrastructure has broken down, our traditional and expected medical systems will become overwhelmed and if we are facing a long-term situation, will break down…
Mosquito Bites – How to Beat Them Naturally!
Mosquitoes are a scourge for which there are no redeeming values; they are one of those insects on earth that only seem to cause harm and bring nothing positive to the table. In parts of the world, mosquitoes are deadly carriers of diseases that can, at best, put your life at risk and in worse…
How to Build an Affordable First Aid Kit
In everyday life or when facing a survival situation or SHTF moment, having an adequate first aid kit is extremely important to your well-being. In a survival situation, cuts, scrapes and abrasions are almost “part of the territory” and being able to treat them so they do not become infected is paramount. An infection can…
[VIDEO] How to Build the Ultimate Survival First Aid Kit
One area that often gets overlooked when building a survival kit is the First Aid Kit. Almost everyone who has a bug-out bag has a smaller version of a fully geared First Aid Kit, but often, whether by design or neglect, a fuller version of the mini-kit either lacks all you may need or has…
Homesteading Tips: Naturally Treating Ear Aches
If you or a member of your family has ever had a bad earache you know that the sooner relief is acquired the better. An earache is not just painful but it’s often the precursor to headaches and neck discomfort. Some people even report it effects their throat in ways that have nothing to do…
Natural Remedies To Treat Bee Stings
Bee stings are an unfortunate part of life for most of us; just about everyone has at some point stepped on or brushed up against a bee and felt the explosion of pain that accompanies a sting. If you are allergic to bee stings, you have to always be on your guard when around bees,…
[VIDEO] Prevent Insect Bites With These Helpful Tips
One of the most irritating aspects of being outside is insect bites. This is especially true if you are facing a SHTF or survival moment. In that case, insect bites are not only irritating, but could make you sick. This is especially true if you live in a sub tropical or tropical area. In that situation,…
Natural Cough Syrup Remedy That Works AND Tastes Good
Homesteaders have known for years the benefits of honey. We still remember, as a child, our Grandmother pulling out the honey jar during the first indication of a family cold and flu epidemic. A bottle of wine came later but that is another story … LOL. Over time we learned other things can be added…
[VIDEO] Herbs For Survival: The Hops Flower
During a survival situation it’s always important to find the best natural ingredients to aid in sickness or any other diagnosed mental or physical illnesses. She’s back! Survival Lilly shows us a flower that is worth its weight in gold when it comes to medicinal purposes! The hop flower, when well prepared, is an awesome…
First Aid Basics Every Survivalist Needs To Master
First aid is a crucial part of your survival preparedness, especially if you are in a SHTF moment or long-term survival situation. The most common issues that arise in either are cuts and sprains. Knowing what to do to and how to do it when you get injured is critical to your survival. A simple cut can…
How To Cure Ear Aches Naturally With Lavender Salt
If you’ve ever suffered through an ear infection, you know the only thing you want is for it to stop! There really is no cure for this sort of thing, much of the time it needs to rub its course, but relief is available either from a doctor’s visit or a number on home-made remedies. One…
Tips For Treating Wounds And Preventing Infection
A survival situation is tough enough, but if infection gets added into the mix and you do not know how to treat it, you can get extremely sick and make survival tougher or you can even die. One simple scrape or a cut can escalate to a full-blown infection if left untreated and if you…
[VIDEO] Great Way To Treat Mosquito Bites
Mosquito bites are one of those annoying realities just about everyone has to deal with from time to time. They are so pervasive that you can even find them in the desert. From the itchy welts they create when mosquitoes bit you to that really annoying, high pitched whine they create when they are flying around…
Outdoor Survival Tips For Heatstroke: Signs, Tips, And Treatment
Throughout North and South America, heat exhaustion and / or stroke is a possibility, in some cases all year long, but at least through late Spring through late Fall, depending on where you live. Even cooler climates can have days or periods of days where prolonged exposure to the sun in the heat of the…
Survival First Aid: How To Dress And Care For Wounds
The longer a survival situation lasts, the greater the chances of getting injured. This is particularly true if you are in a SHTF moment, when chaos abounds and all normalcy is out the window. If that happens, your ability to treat yourself or those with you becomes a major priority – sick or injured folks…
Preparing For An Emergency When You Have A Medical Condition
Being a survivalist, you’ve probably taken a lot of things into consideration. You have your foods and water stored, you’ve considered all your options for growing vegetables and sustainable living options, and your emergency kit has its basic supplies like a radio, batteries, flashlights and first aid supplies. However, what few people think about is their medications…
How To Treat Dangerous Spider Bites In 3 Steps
Making it through a survival situation is tough enough, but adding to all the things you must be careful of are bites from venomous spiders. Actually, any spider bite is really rare, but they can and do happen, usually, however, because people are unaware of their presence and not paying attention. The US has three…
14 OTC Medications You Should Have In Your Bug-Out-Bag
We all have a list of stuff that we know must be included in our bug-out bag. Those things include stuff to build shelters, navigate, catch food and much more. What many overlook, however, are simple over-the-counter medications that not only will make your survival existence easier, they could actually save your life. Just about everyone…
Effective ‘Off Grid’ Home Remedies That Work When You Don’t Have Antibiotics
We love home remedies. We come from a family who, on our Mom’s side, lived in the hills of Johnstown, Pennsylvania. While we admit to not actually having lived in that environment ourselves, Mom taught us all about “home” cures like honey and lemon for coughs, and how certain backyard plants can be restoratives. The…