By Ditch Doctor We all love to get a good bargain, and you can get bargains at a dollar store on some items. However if you are prepping for a disaster, you need to stay away from these things at a dollar store: 1. Batteries: I saw Panasonic and Sunbeam on the shelf and both …
Tag: TEOTWAWKI
Feb 25
Why Books Should be Part of Your Bug Out Bag
By Chris We live comfortable lives, at a great remove from our distant ancestors who were content with a dry cave and a full stomach. In the event of an emergency or life-changing disaster we too will have three basic needs; food, shelter and warmth. In preparation for an apocalyptic crisis it is advisable to …
Feb 22
Cyberattacks: SHTF with the click of a mouse.
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
Why Buy Freeze Dried Food?
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
The Importance of the Press Check
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
Water Storage Calculations
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
Food Storage: The Solution to Food Shortage
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
5 Prepping goals to complete in 2013
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
How to: Stylish Two Drawer Faraday Cage
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
Surviving a Heart Attack
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 08
The coddling of a soft, narcissistic generation
I hate to be the guy who says “back when I was a kid” but I’m going to do it anyway. Back when I was a kid: – I played Army, Cops and Robbers, Star Wars, and G.I. Joes. I pretended to “shoot” my friends many times over, and they did likewise to me. It …
Feb 06
How to “find” extra money to prep with
Many of us wish we had more money to dedicate to our prepping strategy. How awesome would it be to ask your boss for a 20% raise, citing “prep needs” as the reason. Alas it is never that easy, money doesn’t grow on trees and we can’t pay for everything with leaves. Yet finding more …
Feb 05
.22 Caliber Mini-Sentry Trip Wire Alarm
**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
5 reasons why motorcycles will be the vehicle of choice when T-SHTF
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 …
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