It’s a constant Winter struggle. You wake-up in the morning, prepare to go to work, then look outside and see that snow is on the ground. That can mean only one thing – someone has to go out and clean off the windshield before you go. You may look over a shoulder at the spouse,…
5 Unexpected Household Items That Are Life-Saving When SHTF
Stocking up for that time when the grid goes down and, in essence, the SHTF? It may not be as complicated as you think. Certainly, you will want to have enough provisions to last for at least a few months but many things you will need are probably already in your kitchen cabinet, garage or…
This Tunnel in Colorado is Haunted and Will Scare the Living Daylights Out of Any Survivalist
We often hear about the olden days, when America was young, and how our pioneer ancestors traveled from east to west in a number of dangerous ways. As time went on, it got a little easier. Tracks were formed for trains and those big mountains that men, women, and children were forced to climb were…
The Rules a Survivalist Must Follow When Bartering and Haggling for Supplies
While we think of bartering in a survivalist situation, offering a chicken for flour, butter and a round of ammo, it is also interesting to think that, in the here and now, we are bartering too! Think of economically challenged countries. Their leaders are bartering with other countries for the good of their people (and…
Astonishing Survival Tips for Preppers From The Walking Dead
The television series The Walking Dead is a undisputed hit. It is currently going into its 7th season and shows no signs of slowing down! Good for all involved – and good for us too. We get the benefit of their experiences on a survival level. All these characters had to learn on the run…
4 Unexpected Fire Starters That’ll Work During a SHTF Moment
We know what you are thinking: Another fire making article? Just how many ways do they think we need to start a fire? You may already have two or three methods stored away, with paper and other potential accelerants too. BUT are they really enough? You may already have two or three methods stored away,…
Discover if a Prepper Could Stomach Some of These Great Depression Meals
When you’re hungry you will find yourself saying such things as: “I could eat a horse!” or “Hand me your leather shoe and let’s make dinner!” No, you don’t mean it. We say it just to emphasize our hunger. Still, back during the Great Depression, many families found themselves in a very bad way. In…
(Video) A Review of the Coleman Fire Starter and Why it’s an Effective Way to Get Fire
When we think back to those days when early man first discovered fire, probably by seeing a lightning bolt strike a tree, we have to wonder if they knew what an important survival tool they had on their hands. Certainly, they later realized its importance but did they go out of their way to learn…
Is This the Biggest Rattlesnake a Survivalist Has Ever Seen?
Rattlesnakes are predators that live in a wide array of habitats, hunting small animals such as birds and rodents. If you do not already know it, rattlesnakes are also venomous. There are thirty-six (36) known species of rattlesnakes, all native to the Americas, ranging from southern Alberta and southern British Columbia in Canada to Central…
The Best Homemade Substitutes for Toilet Paper
What would we do if we ran out of toilet paper? It’s not something a lot of people think about when a chaos situation makes itself known! We are concentrating on bugging out or bugging in, food, fire, and water, right? A lot of people figure if they run out of T.P. they can always…
7 Places to Survive the Inevitable Collapse That’s Coming
Most of us who are heavily into prepping and everything that has to do with survival probably have an idea what we will be doing when the grid goes down, and that collapse happens. We’ve made plans, have our emergency kits ready, and we are ready to bug out the minute the call comes. However,…
4 Old Wives Tales That Are Actually True
Over the generations, there have been some old wives tales that, while fanciful, we need to take with a grain of salt. Maybe they were impacted by someone’s great-great-great-grand mother or father and, at the time; they seemed to make sense. However, as the years pass we cock our head in wonder. A lot of…
(Video) He Takes Out a Single Stick. How He Easily Starts a Fire? This is Incredible!
Fire and the various ways of starting it are essential to survival, homesteading, or prepping of any kind. That is an acknowledged fact and any man or woman worth their bug-out bag would be hard pressed to disagree. Fire not only brings warmth during those evening when a camper may need it but also cooks…
25 Astounding SHTF Uses for Baking Soda
The more and more we hear about the astounding wonders of baking soda. No, it’s not just for baking anymore, although it IS great for cake making and any number of other recipes. From creating effective and whitening toothpaste to freshening up a stinky sink or refrigerator, baking soda is a staple in the American…
(Video) This Small Log Cabin Construction is Impressive. Learn How to Make This ASAP for Living Off the Grid!
We will never forget the neighbor kid who dragged small logs, skinny limbs and leafy branches from a nearby wooded area home after school and made his own cabin in the backyard. When we asked him how he learned to do it, after he invited us inside, he said his father showed him on paper…
Keep Eggs Fresh for Months With This Item That Can be Found in a Kitchen
Mmm. Fresh eggs. It’s amazing how many egg dishes there are out in this big wonderful world! They are a farming staple and few refrigerators around the world do not have the heartfelt labor of a chicken in their ice box! And – oh yeah – they taste good. Even by themselves, over easy with…
Tips for Taking a Doggie Friend Out Into the Wilderness as a Companion
Nothing is better than getting out of the house for a walk, just you and your best friend, Rover! What’s even better is taking him with you on a camping trip. The wilderness and your dog just seem like the right mixture. But there are many things to consider. Does your dog behave? Is he…
(Video) World’s Most Deadliest and Venomous Spider?! Check THIS Out:
If you ever stuck your foot into a pair of shoes, without checking first, and felt a weird little tickle or pain – only to later discover there was a spider in there, the following will probably be helpful. How many of us have wondered if that little arachnid was poisonous? If it was, we’re…
(Video) How to Make an Easy, Yet Effective Trip Wire Alarm
When it comes to bugging out, we like simple. There will already be too much on our minds when the SHTF and, when it comes to security, whether it is at home or in the wilderness we don’t want to face something complicated. The important thing is to know when you need to play it…
5 Primitive Cooking Methods a Prepper Should Know Today
Think about early man, how they lived and prepared their food. They had no pans and pots to fry and simmer foods on so when they finally were able to; they had to think about what it was they could do to make their foods bake, boil, and cook! Now, think about our future. Imagine…