A cast iron skillet is one of the most valuable cooking tools a person can own. You can do so much with a cast iron skillet in terms of cooking and baking. It’s the one piece of cookware that’s been used by generations of families and for good reason. It makes cooking food easier. If…
How a Person Can Make Their Own Yeast for Homesteading and Survival
Just about every survival minded individual has had at least a passing experience with baking with yeast. It is not known when yeast was first used to bake bread, but earliest records date back to ancient Egypt, probably was discovered by accident and likely yielded a fluffier, tastier version of bread than just flatbread. Regardless,…
3 Animals That Could Do More Harm Than Good if Eaten While Bugging Out
This is an odd time to be living for survivalists and preppers. All we hear from the media is how important lean meats are, that we need to stock up on bison and other low fat- high protein meats because it is better for us and, in the long run, we will be grateful for…
Clever Ways to Work With Food While Bugging Out
In survivalist situations, you don’t have the luxury to create a gourmet or fancy meal using the minimal supplies you’ve got. That said, there are still plenty of things you can do to get a little creative with food. We have some tips and tricks that will bring out your inner chef and may just…
Homemade MRE’s – Cheaper and Better!
If you are survival minded and determined to be prepared for the next survival incident and its aftermath, chances are you have debated with yourself whether to purchase Meals-Ready-To-Eat (MRE). There are many options, varying in taste, quality and shelf-life and prices vary from about $6 a meal to over $9. The debate is whether…
(Video) While Bugging Out, Here’s How to Find Edible Fish That Live Virtually Anywhere
Sometimes while you’re bugging out or just spending time in the wild finding a meal can be challenging. However, if you think about it, fish should be top on your list. They’re packed full of protein and other vital nutrients and it just so happens are easy to find! For example, finding edible fish in…
(Video) What is the Best Survival Food? Here is One Guy’s Opinion!
Preparing a survival cache of food is serious business – You want to ensure you have longevity, nutrition – and for most of us, you do not want to break the bank. That raises the issue of what foods are staples, what are “luxuries” and what foods are absolute necessities in any thoughtful and well-stocked…
Learning How to Cook With Mud Like in the Olden Days
Did you know that you can cook with mud? This is one method you can use to cook up food in extreme survival situations. We admit this sounds a little bizarre, but it is a legitimate way to cook food. Chances are your ancestors even used this method to cook. We’re about to teach you…
A Return to the Old Ways: How to Make Pemmican Like the Native Americans Did
If you really want to get back to the basics of living, try making your own pemmican. This simplistic food consists nothing more than meat, animal fat, and occasionally dried fruit, but don’t let the simplicity of the ingredients fool you. Pemmican is rich in protein, fat, and vitamins. If you’re looking for a food…
How to Create a Food Forest During the Winter
The concept of food forests has been with us for centuries, if not millennia. By “layering” food types, you can ensure that you use your plot of land to its maximum potential and do not waste space, from under the ground all the way up to the top of trees or shrubs. You also can…
How to Properly Store Wild Plant Foods for SHTF
Many of the foods we buy at grocery stores are made for short-term storage. These foods include meat, seafood, vegetables, fruit, dairy, and grains. We buy and consume the foods within a 2 to 3 day period. It’s so easy and convenient to do this with grocery store access and modern kitchens, but we often…
How to Can Food Using a Pressure Cooker in 13 Easy Steps
Canning or, as some call it: ”jarring” foods, does not have to be difficult. Yes, there is preparation but with some supplies, including a pressure cooker, and a little know-how canning can be a sincerely worthwhile endeavor! Preppers and homesteaders already know the benefits of canning in the here and now, how it provides much-needed…
Make This Modern Day Version of Hardtack That Came From Alaska!
On the lookout for an edible and long-lasting food that you can take just about anywhere, look no further than hardtack or pilot bread. Hardtack is not really like a bread, it’s more of a cracker that’s a little bit harder than your typical saltine. It’s a good food to have on hand when you’re…
(Video) Here’s How to Open a Can With a Metal Spoon. It’s Easier Than I Thought!
The principle behind this hack is pretty straightforward and simple: Harder metal can bend and penetrate softer metal. The metal used in food storage cans is made of less robust metal than the steel used to make most eating utensils. By using this principle and applying pressure to the softer metal, you can use a…
(Video) In a Survival Situation, Here’s How to Open a Coconut Without Using Any Tools
Some of us only dream of being stranded on an exotic island surrounded by nothing but blue skies, clear ocean, and palm trees. We admit it sounds like it would be an idyllic paradise, but for many survivalists, it’s a type of situation that’s challenging. After all, where are you going to find good food?…
(Video) He Shows Us a Newly Designed Compact Bug Out Cooking Kit That Survivalists Are Going Nuts Over!
It’s not hard to look for food if you know where to find it, but it helps to have all the necessary essentials on hand. This is why you should make your own do-it-yourself hunting/fishing and cooking kit, and we will show you how to make a customized version for yourself. We’re sharing a video…
(Video) Just 1 oz of This Poisonous Mushroom Can Kill a Person. Find Out What it Is…
The Death Cap Mushroom is one of the most toxic mushrooms known to man. The non-edible fungi features a large fruiting body and rounded cap. Its color can usually be described as pale green or yellow. Although it looks similar to edible versions, the Death Cap is actually a toadstool you don’t want to eat.…
7 Things a Person Should NEVER Eat in the Wild or Suffer the Consequences
We can think of a few scenarios where a person may be desperate enough to eat odd and unthinkable things while in the wilderness. Perhaps that SHTF situation suddenly happened and, even after months of preparation, you eventually find yourself without food or fresh water. That clump of suspect looking fungus doesn’t look so bad…
3 Animals That May Do More Harm Than Good if a Person Were to Eat Them in the Wild
Not all animal meats are equal. It’s easy to assume that most or all animals have similar nutrition values and provide the same level of sustenance, but that mindset is a mistake. Most of us eat beef. pork, chicken, and fish on a regular basis but we rarely think about the nutritional content we consume.…
(Video) Primitive Cooking on a Rock While Surviving in the Wild
We’re about to go back to the bare basics of living and show you how to cook in the wilderness using nothing more a fire and rock. Sometimes the most ingenious ways of living come from simple science and a little creative thinking. If you’re a survivalist or adventure camper that likes to really rough…