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May 06
It was widely believed that the world would come to an end on December 21, 2012 because it was the end-date on the Mayan calendar. Comet Elenin and Comet ISON were also supposed to be ELE’s (Extinction Level Event) in 2012 and 2014, respectively, but both ended up harmlessly passing Earth causing little more than …
Mar 11
Survival prepping means being prepared for anything. This includes everything from the essentials, like food and water, to protecting your wealth. Financial preparedness is an important aspect of any SHTF plan, and diversifying your portfolio with gold and silver is a good place to start. If you are unfamiliar with or on the fence about investing in precious metals, here …
Mar 04
By Muleskinner If you are like me you love your 550 paracord; and what is not to love when there are literally dozens of uses for this nearly indispensable item. If you are also like me you’ll find that getting your 550 out to use can be very frustrating if not a maddening affair. The …
Feb 15
By Anthony. Prior to buying any particular type of body armor in the USA, one should understand the laws on this matter. Although it’s mostly legal to wear body armor for civilians across the US, there might be some locations with certain restrictions. The US government, as well as local state governments, has set particular …
Feb 06
By Preston. From civil unrest and terrorist acts to biological weapons and full-out nuclear war, there could easily come a time when you will need to be totally self-sufficient for weeks, months, maybe even years. A properly designed and stocked bunker will make all the difference on whether you survive and thrive—or perish. The Bunker …
Feb 04
Back in the fall of 2013 I contacted the folks over at Ecozoom to see if they would be willing to part with one of their stoves so we could review it. After all every prepper secretly lusts for a nice rocket style stove in their inventory, these things burn hot and require very little …
Jan 28
By The Maj. Ok, I can cook and as with most men, I prefer to cook over a fire or grill. I actually enjoy doing so and I absolutely love campfire cooking. That said, I DO NOT bake, mainly because the conventional oven hates me and unlike cooking over heat, adding more heat tends to …
Jan 21
By James. Survival Knives Outdoor survival knives have been an essential tool ever since the first explorers cut their way across the new frontier. The right knife should be sharp, durable and safe, allowing the user to prepare firewood, build shelters and slice fabrics and materials. Here is everything you need to know about when …
Jan 19
By Muleskinner. Most people can’t define the four 3’s that are basic to survival. As a refresher these basic principles are: 3 minutes without air; 3 hours without shelter; 3 days without water; and 3 weeks without food. This may sound simple enough, but did you also know that it is estimated that no more than 3% of …
Jan 15
By J. Something I have been thinking about lately, given the bitter cold that the country got blasted with not long ago, is knowing your environment; more specifically, knowing the inherent hazards and benefits of it. This can, in my opinion, make or break you in a situation gone bad. It can also be beneficial to you on a …
Jan 13
By The Maj. I will go ahead and admit I am a gadget guy, especially sharp gadgets. All be told, I do not know how many knives, hatchets, multi-tools, axes, machetes, etc that I have owned or still own. To me, there is not much that beats a good, sharp blade and in the end …
Jan 11
By James. There are some essential things you should know about how to survive in the outdoors. While this list isn’t intended to be a complete outdoor survival guide it does highlight the most important considerations to make anytime you head into the wilderness. Essential Outdoor Survival Tips The most important survival tip is survival …
Jan 04
By Nancy. Vertical gardens are ideal for those with limited space such as apartment or condominium residents. Homes with limited ground space such as duplexes, beach houses and mobile homes also adapt well to vertical gardening. With a little help from vertical supports, vegetable plants no longer have to lay unattended, languishing in the mud. …
Dec 30
By The Maj. Such is the time of year…. Everyone is busy with the “season”, running here, running there, shopping in large crowds, going to parties, and possibly making a trip out of town or two. It is and should be a festive time of year, a time to visit with friends and family, and a time to …
Dec 29
By The Maj. In our gadget centric world, it is usually a shock to our systems when those gadgets run out of power for an extended period of time. Certainly most reading this have 12-volt chargers for their vehicles for their most important devices but have you considered what happens when the gas is no longer flowing and …
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