Feb 22
It’s often said that no foreign country would ever invade the United States because of all of the armed citizens in this nation willing to defend our homelands. While this might have been true during WW2, in 2013 things are very different. A foreign power no longer needs to go “mano y mano” with a …
Feb 21
By AJ Why should the average consumer choose to buy freeze dried foods? 1. Long Shelf Life – Freeze dried food has a much longer shelf life, making it ideal for emergency situations. These foods can be easily stored almost anywhere and at room temperature. Freezing or refrigeration is not necessary. 2. Easily Prepared – …
Feb 20
Regardless of whether or not there is a magazine in your weapon, is it loaded or unloaded? Is there a round in the chamber and are you 100% sure about that? Both valid questions when it comes to handling any weapon because we should always be aware of the status of our weapon. Those who …
Feb 19
The rule of three: 3 weeks without food, 3 days without water, 3 hours without sheltersand 3 minutes without air. If someone manages to meet any one of those criteria unfortunately that means they will probably be passing into the next life to meet their maker. In most SHTF situations air will still be abundant …
Feb 18
By Adeline We humans need food for proper nutrition. In times of crisis, access to a stable food supply is the key to continued survival. In the presence of natural disasters, human conflicts, climate change, and overpopulation, the threat of food shortages and total famine is not as far-fetched as it seems. Preparing long-term food supplies …
Feb 14
Here we are, two and a half months into 2013. Have you set any goals related to prepping and are you on the right path which will enable you to achieve them? Writing goals out onto a piece of paper and sticking them to your fridge might seem a little cheesy, but even a small …
Feb 13
by Lux If you think you may need a Faraday cage and you don’t want to spend too much time or money and you want it to look nice in your den or home office then this is the project for you. You can use your Faraday cage to store some of your electronic devices …
Feb 11
By Ditch Doctor The first step to prepare and protect your family from disaster is to first protect yourself. You can’t take care of your family and friends if you become a victim. Did you know that 2,150 Americans die each day from cardiovascular disease? You need to know the risk factors, symptoms, and treatment …
Feb 07
I like Glock pistols, A LOT. I do own other brands but I find Glock to be the best combination of affordability, functionality and reliability. They are not in any way sexy but they get the job done. Like any true pistol owner I have a container full of holsters. Some were bought online, in …
Feb 05
**Note from PJ (06/01/13): I’ve had emails about the video and website for this product being removed, I’m not sure what has happened or if these are even being sold anymore. I don’t know the contributor personally so I won’t be able to tell anyone where or when they might become available once again. Many …
Feb 04
If you already have a motorcycle you have probably already considered the value of having two wheeled transportation if T-SHTF. Motorcycles have many advantages over cars and those will be amplified many times over when times get tough and the rules go out the window. If you do not have a motorcycle or license the …
Jan 31
By Nightgear Survival Clothing While it’s not the most important thing on the list, being prepared also means being able to keep warm and dry, which is why clothing must be given some thought. That’s fine, you say, I’m always wearing something sensible. But think about your wife or your kids, especially if they’re older. …
Jan 30
by Lux Condenser Microphones typically sound better than dynamic microphones. If you are unfamiliar with these two types of microphones you may want to read about them in this Wikipedia article. The short version is this: Dynamic microphones have a coil and a magnet. So they act like little electric generators. They do not require …
Jan 29
By JM We take communication for granted because if we want to talk to someone we have multiple ways of contacting them: home phones, cell phones, email, and instant messaging. We are used to instant gratification by calling or texting and pretty much getting an immediate response from virtually everyone on our contact list. But …
Jan 28
Hardtack: The survival food cleverly disguised as a brick, wheel chock, or overly thick bathroom tile. Whenever I think of hardtack images come to mind of a sailor gnawing away on a piece 500 years ago in the middle of the ocean, or more recently a Civil War era Infantryman chewing on a piece while …
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