Natural disasters and dwindling food supplies aren’t the only things to worry about during a collapse. It can also be a time where technology is at its most vulnerable. What do we mean by that? Well, hackers can more easily get into common devices and wreak havoc in your home and life. Don’t let yourself…
Before Throwing Out Used Motor Oil Check Out 9 Clever Ways to Repurpose It
There are so many things that we throw away on a daily basis that in reality could be used for various survival tasks. Did you ever think that a milk carton could be used in your garden or old tires could be utilized for various tasks as well? The truth is you should think twice…
(Video) How to Escape Professional Handcuffs by Only Using a Paperclip
It’s not an ideal situation to think about but we may find ourselves in a situation where we will need to escape from handcuffs. Whether it’s by being kidnapped or any other dangerous situation, getting out of handcuffs can save your life. Luckily, you can do it by only using a paperclip. Believe it or…
How to Make a Skivvy Roll – It’s the Best Way to Roll Clothes for Bugging Out!
A Skivvy Roll is a compact way to pack undergarments and socks in a way that will allow you to fit several days’ worth in a backpack or bug-out bag. Whether you are heading out for multiple day hikes or facing a survival incident/situation, it is more than likely that space will be at a premium.…
(Video) Man Gets His Hands On an Old Dishwasher Motor and What He Does With It is Awe-Inspiring!
Many of us have considered the inevitability of a bug-out shelter, a place away from the big city with little or no power. You may already have one waiting for you and have thought about how to operate in it, have electrical power, when the time comes to occupy your new home. A number of…
(Video) What Survival Tools This Guy Makes by Utilizing Everyday Supplies is Such a Great Idea!
We honestly feel the innovators and inventors of this world will be a strong part of what will keep us safe and will move us on in the event of a nation-wide SHTF scenario. Certainly, we will need our strong warriors, our neighborhood preppers, and even our politicians or representatives to get things done but…
(Video) Hot Weather Life Hacks That’ll Cool Down a Person in a Jiffy
We all love central air and/or our swamp cooler. When those outside temperatures start to sky-rocket, therefore making our lives on the inside unbearable, our first instinct is to trot over to the AC and crank the thing. Yeah, it’s a little tough on the electric bill but what is the alternative? As preppers, we…
(Video) Don’t Throw Away Those Plastic Bottles! Here Are Some Incredible Ways to Utilize Them:
Hacks become a way of life when you are a prepper or survivalists but, on our off time, we do drink sodas, teas, and/or bottled water. We are children of the twentieth and twenty-first century, after all. With this in mind, we acquire a lot of those plastic two liters or even 8 oz.…
(Video) How to Make an Emergency Candle Out of Butter – It May Sound Strange But it Works!
While we are all about preparation on these pages there may come a time, despite all our efforts, that we are lacking. It’s always a good idea to have a backup plan if you discover yourself suddenly without many of your much-needed supplies. This is where many hacks come into play. We can just picture…
(Video) Mind Blowing Tool Hacks We Should be Taking Advantage of NOW
In this day and age of electronic gadgetry, it is always nice to see people taking a small step back, remembering what it was like to build with their own hands, and actually looking into a hardback book for information. We mention this because when a chaos situation hits you may find yourself considering…
(Video) With This Simple Technique Use Lightweight Shelving Brackets to Make a Heavy Duty Cooking Stove.
We are always looking for light weight items to stick into our bug-out bags or backpacks that are helpful and substantial. Who wants to be weighed down by something heavy, like a camping stove, when there are manageable and practical solutions for any camping need? Sometimes a simple inspiring trip to your local hardware store…
Stop! Before Throwing Out That Motor Oil Check Out These 9 Clever Ways to Repurpose It
Honestly, before we started to prep we pretty much consumed everything we had for its single purpose, we felt, here on earth. RE: A trash bag was simply used for trash, not as a possible survival raincoat. Dandelions were weeds that needed killing. Who knew they had medicinal uses and could be eaten? And that…
(Video) 3 Pretty Lame Life Hacks That Actually Work!
Sometimes we take ourselves a little too seriously. Prepping and surviving is, indeed, a sober business but there comes a time when we should just be grateful to a hack for what it is. An idea. A way to do something that might not have ever been thought of outside of your kitchen or workshop.…
(Video) 4 Incredible Spy Hacks Everyone Should Learn How to Master
Part of being an exceptional survivalist is mastering the art of concealment. It’s always useful to have some spy tricks up your sleeve to be the best prepper. What you’ll learn in today’s video is proof that you can go a long way with some extra tips on deck. Transform everyday items into spy gadgets…
Keep Ticks Away When it Starts Heating Up by Putting Together These Easy to Make Tick Tubes
Summer is practically here and along with that comes ticks! Yes, those pesky things are bound to take over your campground or home. What can you do to combat them? This DIY hack will change your world, especially if you’ve been coming home with ticks on your dog as of late. It’s easy to encounter them…
(Video) It’s Unbelievable What Steel Wool Can Do to Improve a Windshield. I Had No Idea!
When the idea of using steel wool on our car’s windshield was first suggested to us we shook our head in a “no” gesture. After all, this is the type of pad you use on pots and pans, an abrasive material that scrubs out rust and filth that has been on worn items for years…
(Video) Follow These Steps to Turn a Fan Into an Air Conditioning Unit
We are in an age where hacks are the way to go if you want to have something good that will normally cost a small fortune if bought at a Walmart ©, Target© or a specialty store. In this case, we are talking about air conditioners or swamp coolers. There is no way to buy…
Don’t Throw Out That Used Motor Oil! Here Are 9 Clever Ways to Repurpose It
When it comes to motor oil we pretty much know where we stand. Sure, we know it can do a few things, mostly having to do with our car or lawn mower, but can it really do more than what it is typically used for? The answer is simple. Yes, it can. And, what makes…
(Video) Lazy Yet Genius Cleaning Hacks That Make it Possible to Clean Up a Homestead in a Jiffy
Keeping our homes or homesteads clean can be a hassle at times. If you’ve got a large property, cleaning it up can be just too much of a pain. However, there are some hacks you can add to your cleaning routine that can make things easier. In fact, you might even think these hacks make…
(Video) Prepper Uses Cutters to Split Barbed Wire… This Hack and Many Others Will be Very Handy During a Catastrophe!
Part of being a good prepper and survivalist is using all of your resources to the maximum. If you’re creative enough, you’ll find that there are multiple uses for all items. For example, in today’s video, you’ll see how you can hack your way into being a pro survivalist. In fact, this tutorial will give…