Our self-proclaimed Fat Guys In the Woods are very concerned about water safety. They pretty much believe that if you are going to get water from a stream or lake that seems somewhat suspect it’s probably a good idea to leave it alone. However if you must take from that stream then be sure to…
You’ll Never Guess What You Can Use as Fire Tinder Suggested by ‘The Fat Guys’
Finding tinder for a campfire is an on-going quest for a lot of survivalists. At first, it sounds simple to find timber. What does a forest have that you can’t use? The forest has many things to use as tinder… that is if it hasn’t rained. It’s amazing how hard tinder is to come by…
The ‘Fat Guys’ Host Tells Us How to Stay Safe During a Lightning Storm
Young or old, we have all have gotten caught in a rain storm at one time or another. Emotionally, it only becomes really dangerous for us when our imagination gets the best of us. We hear that rumble in the sky, see that flash of lightning, and we quickly get reminded of that day when…
How to Prepare for a Hurricane and What to Do if it Turns Into a Survival Situation
If you are living in an area where hurricanes are frequent, a preparedness plan is indispensable. Whether you stay or go, it is in everyone’s best interest to have an evacuation or an emergency kit prepared in advance of the annual storm season. Think about the following: Where will you go should a hurricane touchdown…
Why a Fireplace Should be Properly Maintained Throughout Winter
Homesteaders have known for centuries what a good, well-maintained fireplace can mean to a growing family. It not only provides warmth for the cold winter nights but, it can also cook food! Of course, this day and age we get warmth from other things, including the gas oven — which prepares our food — and…
May the Force be With You: Survival Tips You Can Take Away From ‘Star Wars’
We can find tips for survival everywhere. If you take a good look through YouTube, Twitter or even Facebook you can find numerous videos and articles about prepping, homesteading and camping. But who knew you could find survival tips from one of the most popular movie franchises in film-making history?! Mostly everyone loves Star Wars…
7 Alternatives to Toilet Paper When You Run Out
It’s rather odd how we have all come to rely on toilet paper. It’s not something we think about often, but if it were to disappear we would really miss it. Just think about those times when you are sitting there, and you reach over only to discover that a family member did not replace…
Prepping for Survival with Your Children: Here’s What You Need
If we ever get to the point where the grid goes down and the SHTF one of the things we need to take into consideration is our children. Children will get confused, impatient, and frightened, at first, even if you have prepared them, and then the boredom coupled with depression will take over. Of…
Cleavers – Herbs in Your Backyard That You Can Use to Your Advantage
Soon the cold weather will be leaving us and spring will introduce greens and herbs. One of the more interesting “weeds” is cleavers which is great for making medications and adding them to a healthy meal! Cleavers are an annual herb. If taken from the garden here and there a gardener will always have some…
Putting Together the Ideal Car Survival Kit – Here’s What’s Needed
Anyone who is into prepping, homesteading or survival, in general, knows that planning is key in the event of a SHTF situation. An emergency backpack is just one of the ways to store crisis items for if some reason an individual or family needs to leave their home. A backpack is good for many reasons.…
Learn How to Make Meals That Are Ready to Eat When You Can’t Cook
Think about a crisis situation. Your power has gone out and you have no idea when it will turn back on. Certainly, you will have candles and flashlights in your home, but you will also have a refrigerator, which runs off of electricity, and slowly but surely the food inside your fridge will go bad.…
Powerful Off-Grid Lessons From the Amish That’ll Change Your Perspective
Whatever you think of the Amish community and their simple way of life, you have to admire their skills when it comes to building and living a humble life. Admiring an Amish community’s skills is likely common if you are a prepper. Many of the groundwork we do in preparation for the grid failing us…
Medical Myths You Might Believe and How You Need to be Prepared After a SHTF Scenario
If we ever find ourselves in a chaos situation, the grid goes down or, as some call it, the SHTF – the human race will need to divide reality and myth when it comes to medical matters. People may have to deal with illness, disease, punctures and even death. While hope and prayer are never…
Making a Delicious Casserole, Even in the Midst of a SHTF Moment
Food. It is one of the most important basics a survivor will have to worry about if and when the grid goes down. There are many jarred and freeze-dried products out there, foods meant to fill, and while some are quite good and are also nutritious on their own, often dinner needs more than what…
Figuring Out What the Best Survival Food is and Why
The options for survival foods are plentiful, but some are more worthwhile than others. There are a lot of things to take into consideration. Fat and protein content, vitamins and, not the least important, flavor. We also have to consider shelf-life. Some food supplies can live in the pantry indefinitely while others only stay good…
Learn How to Make a Burn Bowl – I Didn’t Know it Was This Useful!
A good camper or survivalist should always be prepared, but accidents can happen. Think about it. You bring along the food you need to cook, and your plate and utensils — but you forget to bring water and a cooking bowl! Or maybe that bowl was just too bulky and inconvenient to slide into the…
Acorns… Using Them as a Survival Food. Yes, You Can Harvest and Cook Them!
The more research that gets done, the more a survivalist realizes there are incredible food sources all throughout the wilderness. Acorns may not be a revelation to most since their fat and protein levels are on par with regular nuts, but their raw preparation and doing it the correct way is important. You should always…
Starting a Fire With Chocolate and an Aluminum Can?! Yes, it Can be Done!
Just think, that can of thirst quenching Coke© and bar of sweet Hershey’s© chocolate are not just a terrific late night snack but can also save your life! All you have to do is picture yourself outside, taking a brisk hike, and then all of a sudden you find yourself lost! Maybe you are a…
Using an Old Wrench to Create a Useful Survival Knife
Purchasing an excellent survival knife and using it when needed is vital for any survivalist, prepper, and homesteader. Plus, it’s also for anyone who likes to go out into the woods occasionally and build a campfire, pitch a tent and spend the night. However, with a bit of ambition, a few useful tools, and a…
How to Prepare a Survival Garden in Containers!
Often we desire to have a garden but due to various issues, including space and lack of soil, preparing a garden becomes a trial or simply is not viable. However, if you are desperate to plant or want to learn a new way to grow survival vegetables, a garden container is for you! It is…