We all would like to be prepared when the grid goes down. That goes without saying but being prepared is a lot more than making sure your bug out bag is packed and your supplies are ready.

It's important to know that the area where you plan to live post-collapse will be free enough to allow you to live in peace during a period that will likely be full of challenges.

Unfortunately, not all areas in the United States are created equal. Is your state survival friendly?

Knowing ahead of time where the best states are to live at is important, but what's even more important is understanding what the worst states are as well. When SHTF we likely can't rely on the government to take care of us or regulate everything!

After the break check out some free states for off grid living and what one man feels are some of the worst states to live in.

This list is important because it's vital you know ahead of time what laws could put your family in jeopardy! Discover which places tend to be the safest and why. A few may surprise you!

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