After an emergency takes place, one reality is there will be a ton of abandoned vehicles due to the severity of the aftermath. Abandoned vehicles can provide people with a lot of materials, tools and other supplies that are easy to utilize post-collapse. However, before taking from a vehicle that you are assuming is longer…

Where to go if and when a major survival incident occurs is one of the most spirited debates waged among survivalists and opinions are like, well, you know. The interesting thing is that no matter who you talk to that has an opinion they are not discussing “if” a survival situation arises, but “when” and…

If you are the least bit active, much of life is a process of trying to avoid the thing that could kill you. It is why golfers run for cover if a storm is approaching. It is why you do not go into the ocean if a shark is reported in the vicinity. It is…

Columnist Ken Jorgustin came up with a prepper’s “Rule of 3.” It is a timeline which, most obviously, breaks prepping and survival tactics into threes. These theories have been written about in many books and magazines and, while they seem simple, the “Rule of 3” can be a little convoluted if not explained well. The…

It is always wonderful hearing stories about men who are survivalists, having gone out for weeks into the unknown. They prove that their tips and hacks work well enough as they camped out in a tent or their bug-out shack. But, for a survivalist, the true fun and challenge comes in listening to men and…

Like it or not, terrorism of one sort or another has become a fact of life and no one is immune. Whether it is an organized attack by foreign or domestic enemies, a lone wolf or just a deranged lunatic, terrorism can happen anywhere to anyone. While 9/11 was a wake-up call for many Americans,…

Some caveats for using this method: You must know your left from your right. If you do not follow the instructions carefully, you will end up confusing the directions and possibly reversing them. This gives you a general directional guide – it is not a precise measurement tool. This works in the Northern Hemisphere. Getting…

As survivalists, we have learned to respect nature. It’s not a far reach to say, when out in the wilderness, a hiker or camper really needs to be aware of the wild animals he or she may potentially make contact with! The thing is, we aren’t necessarily talking about bears, moose, or even that guy…

Death, of course, is a highly emotional and in some cases incredibly tragic experience. Probably more so for the survivors than the deceased. After all, once you are gone all your troubles are over with for the most part, right? Don’t put your family through this. The best idea is to try to keep yourself…

Humans, in their present form, have survived the perils of the world for over a million years. We’ve crossed the planet a million times over and have pushed the boundaries of what’s possible ever since we first set foot on terra firma. In our exploration, we’ve discovered countless places which have awed and inspired us.…

When deciding on a survivalist or prepping lifestyle it is important to read up on many endurance tactics. Meaning, since you will more than likely be on your own when the SHTF you will need to learn how to take care of yourself. RE: If you end up getting injured or suffering from a serious…

It would be great to exactly when each and every emergency situation will happen in the future. We aren’t quite there yet, but we’re getting closer. Currently, the United States has several agencies in place that have the capability to warn us when there is an event happening that could require our attention. When there…

It is just common sense to research the area where you will be hiking or camping. Talk to friends or experts who have been there. If you plan to stay a night or two in the wilderness learn what dangers you may be facing. What type of wildlife and water hazards are there? Why, you may…