One challenge in a survival situation – short or long-term, is providing yourself light at night. While traditional options – kerosene and hurricane lamps, candles and alcohol lamps – are always available, they pose issues in terms of safety. If something breaks, falls or gets tipped over the liquid fuel inside can spill and create…
[VIDEO] Super Easy DIY For A Tandoor Oven
Whether you are in a crisis, a SHTF scenario, or you’re temporary “off the grid” due to a power outage – you’ll need to eat. And in most cases you’ll need some sort of cooking option. Because your conventional stove or oven indoors may not be an option in this situation, its best to be…
7 Awesome Primitive Fire Starting Methods
Almost all dedicated survivalists have a set of plans or “drills” in place for when an emergency occurs. Whether the power goes out, you’re hit with an unexpected natural disaster or you’re simply out in nature – you’re somewhat prepared. Part of that preparation involves being able to start a fire. Some of us might have lighters…
How to Make An Emergency Waterproof Tinder Bundle
Even if you are not full blown survivalist, nearly everyone knows to have plenty of fire making methods stored in your survival kit, bug-out bag or even around your house (safely stored of course) for a survival moment or even for just when the power goes out after a storm or other natural event. Having…
Need To Start A Fire In The Snow? Do THIS
Being caught in a survival situation in the middle of winter is never pleasant and can be deadly. The elements are against you, the temperature is against you, there is not a lot of food to eat, even getting to water can be a struggle. But if you do not defeat each one, taken to an…
[VIDEO] Make This Mini Stove From An Altoids Tin (It’s Easy!)
Cooking in a survival situation can pose a challenge. Building a campfire is not always easy or advisable, but with this awesome mini stove you can construct from an Altoids can, you’ll have a functional source of heat that will not attract attention. The materials are simple: An empty Altoids, screening, a few nuts and four…
A Fail-Proof Method To Create Fire From Char
Char is an excellent resource for starting fires and today, we’re going to show you exactly how it’s done. Remember – there are many ways to start a fire. But it’s important that you don’t limit yourself to learning only a few methods. Survival is about being resourceful, so soak up as much information as possible…
[VIDEO] Learn This GENIUS Way to Start a Fire In Just Seconds!
Without the help of a match or lighter, how many of you think you can start a fire within a couple seconds? Today we’re going to show you how to accomplish this badass effect. When we first heard about this super fast acting fire starting method, we racked our brains trying to figure out how…
[VIDEO] How To Make a Swedish Torch Stove
We love new fire burning techniques and this one, the Swedish Torch Stove, is great for survivalists to learn and practice. People often ask “what do I do if everything is wet?” It’s a good question because rain and moisture is a natural element you’ll experience in the wild. So when this occurs, how do…
Live Fire: The Pocket Sized Fire Starter You Need To Buy Today
Before we start singing the praises of this totally awesome little gadget that is taking the survivalist world by storm, let us preface this post by clarifying that we still encourage all of our readers (ourselves included) to educate themselves on the various ways to start a fire. Preferably the old fashioned way. There are…
[VIDEO] Fool Proof Guide To Creating A Self Feeding Fire
Today we discovered something exciting that every survivalist should learn and put to good use. In this easy to follow video tutorial you will be given step-by-step instructions detailing how to build a self feeding fire that will last all day and night….. Hence the beauty of a self feeding fire! The great outdoors is a…