At the same time that violent crimes are declining across the board, mass shootings are becoming an increasingly common way for killers to take out their psychological issues on an often defenseless public. One thing compounding the increasing threat of mass shootings is the increasing numbers of businesses and areas that forbid guns on the…
If You’re Not Careful When SHTF, Here are 10 Ways the Beach Can Kill You
Most people think of a day at the beach as the most relaxing experience imaginable. A drink in one hand, a book in the other, forget about it; there’s nothing better. However, there are plenty of people who view the beach as an absolute death trap, and they may be right. Inattentive lifeguards, man-eating sea…
Seven Tips We Can Take Away From Cowboys Who Lived During the 1800’s
There’s no doubt about it, cowboys and the frontier’s women and men who traveled west were the ultimate survivalists. They lived during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries and used what they had to make a living from themselves, even during the most difficult of circumstances. Everything they had on the prairie was either purchased…
5 Hardcore Security Measures That’ll Keep Even the Scariest of Predators Out
Whether you’re waiting for the financial bubble to burst, the massive supervolcano beneath Yellowstone to erupt, or a massive zombie horde to rampage through the streets, all signs point to the necessity of a good strong door. When things go south, keeping the riffraff off your property and out of your home is one of…
14 Forgotten Survival Lessons From the Pioneers
When you think about it, the pioneers were a pretty remarkable group of people. They went out into the unknown with limited possessions and limited knowledge of the land surrounding them. They were unafraid to start from scratch, and to work new land that they could call their own, even if that meant working themselves…
4 Insanely Compelling Reasons You Should Add a Pellet Air Gun to Your Arsenal NOW
Just like with airsoft guns and BB guns, pellet guns are where young shooters and outdoorsmen begin. These guns are easy to use, very durable and remarkably easy to use. As outdoorsmen age, they tend to forget about these guns and focus on larger calibers for sport at the range and hunting. It’s a skill…
A Survivalist Should NEVER Be Caught Wearing This Post-Collapse. If You Wear This You Will Not Stand a Chance!
Imagine that you’re watching an episode of What Not To Wear survival edition and all of a sudden you envision yourself as the star. The judges are deciding on what the worst wardrobes mistakes would be during a possible SHTF situation. Suddenly it’s your turn — are you going to pass the test? Post-collapse you’ll…
8 of the Toughest Survivalists From the Past Who Braved the Wilderness
In most ways, our lives are a cakewalk to the people who toughed it out in the wild two hundred years ago. Now, we have the convenience of modern medicine, indoor plumbing, technology… life doesn’t have to be a daily battle for survival. These brave survivalists were the ones laboring their crops on unfamiliar land,…
(VIDEO) Map and Compass Wilderness Basics – A Skill Every Survivalist Should Have
In an age of iPhones and GPS, even GPS on iPhones, where with a push of a button a hiker, camper, fisherman or even just someone lost in the woods, can find their way, being able to read a map and compass is a lost art. Some iPhones even have compasses on them (although they…
6 Fascinating Facts About Venomous Rattlesnakes That Could Save a Life
Rattlesnakes are one of the most feared predators in the United States. The fear of rattlesnakes isn’t due to their running speed, their intelligence, their fearsome claws or their raw power, all of which they lack in spades. It’s because one minute you could be walking along a dusty trail when suddenly you hear what…
Could You Identify These 4 Different Types of Venomous Rattlesnakes?
Venomous snakes are not something to be messed with, and rattlesnakes are no exception. While there are very few people who die each year as a result of snakebites, being bitten while in a survival situation or a bug out situation, in which you could already be weakened by hunger or thirst or a battered…
The Top 10 Most Dangerous Animals in the World Will Shock You. #10 Blew My Mind.
When you think of the most dangerous animals in the world, you’re probably envisioning the big predators at the top of the food chain. You know, the ones with the big teeth, big claws, the “lions and tigers and bears, oh my!” image of an imposing force to be reckoned with. Well, we’ve got a…
You Just Got a Spider Bite From a Brown Recluse Spider. Here’s How to Treat it During SHTF.
There’s a reason why spiders are feared by many. They have a precise way of building their webs, many eyes, and not to mention have a creepy way of walking. Fear of spiders usually doesn’t come just from their appearance alone, however. If you ask anyone why they’re afraid of a spider, they’ll usually say…
Top 10 Bug Out Vehicles That Won’t Let You Down When SHTF
Bug out preparations is about more than stocking up on enough food and water and supplies and packing a top-notch bug out bag. You also have to make a plan to get yourself to your bugout location in the event of SHTF. Even if you don’t have a bug out location, you’ll still want to…
Figuring Out the Most Reliable Transportation After an EMP
For those of you that do not know, an EMP is an electromagnetic pulse, caused by a sudden burst of electromagnetic energy. An EMP can damage electronics that you have in your home, or in more serious circumstances, cause damage to buildings, vehicles, and even the landscape itself. Lightning can cause an EMP, as can…
6 Incredibly Important Reasons Why Forests Are Beneficial to Survivalists Today
What determines whether a tree will thrive? Is it the temperature of its environment? Exposure to sunlight? Annual rainfall? No, it turns out that the presence of humans is what actually determines the survival of trees in any location. Since human civilization has come into existence, it is estimated that the world’s tree population has…
What You Should Know About the Zika Virus and How it Affects You
The newest fear that is sweeping the media is yet another foreign illness carried by mosquitoes. The Zika virus is causing a considerable amount of fear for not only the public but for the government, as well. It’s causing such a scare that President Obama is trying to wrangle up more than $1 Billion to…
The 5 Best Trades to Know in Order to Survive After the Grid Goes Down
When the grid goes down, it’s true that those of us who are bloggers, marketers, and writers, for example, may have a difficult time finding work and making it through. It may be the same case for people who have an office job, or their job relies on the Internet. Today our society depends on…
You Just Got Bit by a Brown Recluse Spider. Here’s How to Effectively Treat it When the Grid Goes Down
Spiders are feared by many people throughout the world. This may be due to their appearance and how they walk. Or it could be their many eyes and the precision in which they build their spider webs. Whatever the case may be, when you ask someone why they’re afraid of a spider, it’s usually because…
(VIDEO) This US Marine Demonstrates How to Survive in an Urban Environment. How He Does It? Insane!
When most people think of bugging out and survival, nearly every one of them thinks of spending the days out in the wilderness, away from people and civilization and using ancient skills that their ancestors would have used a thousand years ago. However, a huge population lives in urban areas, and it is unrealistic to…