Do you plan on surviving Armageddon? We certainly hope so because it appears that ‘The End is Nigh,’ so they say. While people have been saying this for centuries, if not millennia, one look around the world and you may become as certain of it as the most hardcore doomsdayers. Social unrest is rising in…

All over the country, and in fact, the world, more and more people are beginning to build and purchase fallout shelters on their properties. This is due to an increasing concern with the state of the world politically and socially, as more and more terror groups are gaining traction in war-torn countries and more and…

Now and then, we get offered a rare glimpse into the bug out lives of others. The best way to do this is to see how they have planned and arranged their bug out homes. Of course, not all those who bug out are doing so for the sake of end of the world plans.…

Looking for the perfect anytime shelter design? Hint: it’s not a tent. Although tents offer great shelter from wind and rain and do so while being highly packable and are generally lightweight, the one downside to most tents is that they are highly susceptible to damage. Why is that? Because if they get to the…

When you’re fighting the elements, it can be difficult to decide which shelter is the best option for construction. After evaluating all your options based on the tools you have readily available, the resources at your disposal, the current weather conditions, and your skill level, you will hopefully determine the best course of action. Sometimes,…

What is really interesting about the footage over on the next page, is the students who constructed this primitive shelter also lived in it for a week. They used all stone-age tools, ate food they harvested themselves, and pretty much lived as they might should ever the grid goes down and the SHTF! This was…

Knowing that Doomsday is here and that you’re officially experiencing it real time is a difficult pill to swallow, especially if you have a lack of survival knowledge and skills. There’s no doubt that you can pack a ton of MRE’s in your survival kit, but after you’ve eaten them all, you’ll need to find…

Bunker survival has always been an interest of ours. We’ve talked to a few people who have made “arrangements’ without being too clear exactly what those arrangements are. We can appreciate that from a security point of view but also have to wonder if these people have considered the emotional and psychological problems with bunker…

If SHTF and you need a shelter, now you can learn how to make an amazing one using the natural materials that are around you! One of the first things all preppers know is that when you are living out in nature, you need to find shelter as quickly as possible. However, if carrying supplies…

Whether you’re looking for a nice escape into the wilderness from the routine of your daily life, or you’re looking for a semi-permanent shelter during a bug out – structure is essential. Especially when you’re looking to have your shelter cover a small group or family. You need to make sure that the base is…

Admit it, as a child; you probably loved the idea of being a survivalist and becoming an adventurous person like Indiana Jones. You probably imagined what it would be like exploring a jungle or forest and then suddenly coming across a hidden bunker and exploring it. If you’re lucky enough perhaps you’ve already been fortunate enough…

If you currently own a trailer that holds a lot of gear, then you know how useful it is. After all, a trailer is a fantastic investment for outdoorsmen, survivalists, and more. Plus — who knew that it could be turned into a stealth shelter! Matter of fact, transforming a trailer into a bugout shelter…

Dome shaped shelters are excellent in survival situations for many reasons. They are incredibly energy efficient: They typically require 1/3 the materials of a standard rectangular shaped shelter and therefore need 1/3 the amount of energy to heat and cool the inside. If you are looking to build a long-term dome shelter as your home,…

One of the most challenging decisions to make when you’re bugging out is what type of shelter you will have to make. Assess your needs – how long do you need your shelter? Will it be your home for a week, or for months? What is the most appropriate shelter for your climate and weather…