We may not ever be fully prepared for what is coming but, as preppers and survivalist, we know we will certainly have a foot up on those who are not prepared for a SHTF situation. And while we may be well-stocked in our homes, ready to bug-out or bug-in at any moment, our cars may…
(Video) Vital Winter Vehicle Emergency Items Everyone Should Have in Their Car
An ugly survival situation can rear its head in ways we never anticipate – it does not have to be a massive, infrastructure buckling disaster that alters everything we know. It could be something as simple as a hose giving way or a broken belt in your vehicle on a remote road or weather causing…
(Video) New Prepper? Here are the 10 Most Important Supplies Needed to Stay Alive
If you’ve recently become a prepper, there are a few things you need to make sure you’ve got on hand. There’s so much that goes into prepping that it can be easy to forget a few much-needed supplies and tools. This video tutorial will show you the most important supplies that you need to have…
(Video) Is This is the Ultimate Bug Out Bag? How the Rule of Three Makes it So!
One of the debates between survivalist realists and doomsday survivalists is what to prepare for and what to include in the preparation. The realists tend to favor common sense approaches to survival and survival gear. The doomsday survivalists tend to want to prepare for the extreme. Neither is bad, but one area they both agree…
How to Go About Prepping for Long Term Survival
For a lot of preppers, the idea for prepping for the long term may seem unnecessary. However, experienced preppers and survival experts can agree that in the event of a disaster or collapse, your best bet on survival is to prepare for the long term. If you need some help on gathering items and tools…
3 Vital Winter Survival Gadgets Every Person Should Put in Their Vehicle
None of us wants to think about what will happen to us in case an accident were to take place. This is especially true in the middle of winter when ice and snow in most states are abundant. Still, even in the warmer states, when it comes to winter, the cold can be overwhelming. Without the…
Top Items That’ll Disappear Instantly During a Major National Emergency
It is that time of year again when the weather turns cold, tempers short, and – well – things could be better. Many will find themselves without power due to severe snow, ice, or thunderstorms. Not surprising, supplies will be running out at local grocery and sporting goods stores! There is nothing like bad weather…
6 Items a Person Should Have in Their Winter Medicine Cabinet. People Have Used These Supplies for Ages…
It is winter, that time of year where colds and fever happen at the drop of a hanky. Sadly, no amount of bundling up is going to change that yearly flu bug. It just always happens. Hopefully, a good flu shot will help and maybe even upping the Vitamin C. But really, keeping a well-stocked…
(Video) 7 of the Latest and Greatest Camping Inventions
We are always excited in the prepping and survival world when something new comes along. We pretty much figure everything that can be invented has already shown itself to us or can be improved upon in nature. But then – boom – something new is introduced and we are all like kids on Christmas morning!…
Why Discount Stores Make Ideal Places to Find Survival Supplies
Anyone preparing for a survival situation can spend an arm and a leg and probably a few other body parts buying name brand supplies at a typical grocery, drug or department store. Even the box stores can get pricey, particularly if you are forced to buy an obscene amount of something to get a volume…
(Video) 6 Foundational Laws That’ll Keep a Survivalist and Their Family Safe
Sometimes we get so caught up with all of the “extra” things we think we need and probably will eventually be useful, without going back to basics. These are the things we will need above all else, even before that box of cotton, tin of wood shavings, and electronic equipment that will eventually be impractical…
These Items Could be a Game Changer for a Bug Out Bag
Just when we think we know it all, have seen it all, and it is all included in our bug out bag – we discover something we really should have included but did not! In other words, it’s never a time to think you have finished packing your bug-out bag because something new or…
Baking Soda – The Miracle Homesteading Substance!
It can be argued that if you are a survivalist, homesteader or just practical home-keeper, there is no more versatile a substance than baking soda. Just about every household has at least one container of baking soda in their refrigerator and freezer to absorb odors, but its uses span well beyond that. While it is…
Prepping Doesn’t Have to Cost a Fortune. Here are 6 Affordable Items Everyone Should Purchase:
Prepping does not necessarily have to be expensive or complicated. If you have been at it for a while you probably have a good stash of items, everyday things for the entire family. But you have to admit that it’s funny how someone – perhaps another prepper – will mention something and a sudden lightbulb…
How to Get a Full Year’s Supply of Firewood for Less Than $20!
Every prepper needs to know how they can get a whole year’s worth of firewood for under twenty dollars! As preppers, we all want to save as much money as possible especially when it is for prepping supplies. If we save money when prepping then we will have extra money left for additional supplies. One…
(Video) The 5 C’s and What the Primary Differences Are Between Survival and Bushcraft
In the name of survival, we sometimes gather a lot of interesting items, especially if we have been at it for years. Much of it – although handy and “sweet” – are often things that are not truly vital to our day to day survival in the wilderness. However, there are some items that are…
Low Profile Weaponry: 3 Types of Weapons Everyone Should Add to Their Existing Arsenal
You may be checking out this title and thinking it’s going to be about how to discreetly carry switchblades, brass knuckles, and a pocket pistol. While all are great weapons to carry for defense (though their legality depending where you’re at is often questionable), the topic we’re about to discuss will focus on a different…
(Video) Essential Survival Items That Shouldn’t be Forgotten for an Life-Threatening SHTF Moment
When the unexpected and unthinkable happens, there’s no guarantee that you’ll have access to any of the tools, gear or other materials you collected to help you survive and even thrive in the wake of a catastrophe. In fact, the reason many people get interested in survivalism in the first place is because they want…
These 7 Survival Uses for Buckets Are Astonishing!
It’s a bucket. Yes, just a bucket. But what would we do without them? Think about the ordinary things you do around the house, everything from mopping the kitchen floor to hoisting sand and things too numerous to mention about in the backyard! Buckets certainly have their uses but you may not realize just how…
10 Potential Threats to Overcome When Doomsday Arrives. Preparation for #10 is Vital!
When a collapse takes place, it would be nice to stay in a warm home where everyone feels safe and comfortable. Knowing your home and the area well makes it easier for you to handle whatever takes place during an emergency situation. However, some SHTF situations such as natural disasters, violence, and long-lasting power outages…