Survival

Have you ever wondered what you would do if you had an emergency and whipped out your cell phone to call 911 only to discover that- oh no!- you didn’t have signal? Talk about from going bad to worse! It is tough to imagine life without our cell phones, not the least of which is … Read more

Getting properly prepared seems to entail a never-ending list of acquisitions. Gear, tools, weapons, supplies, land, vehicles. It goes on and on and on. And though the survival implements we require can range from the intricate to the sublimely simple, every once in a while you might discover that some truly strange or unexpected items … Read more

Often touted as a “survival superfood”, pemmican has a deep history in North America as it has sustained populations for centuries. It is currently used as survival food or for preppers eager to bolster their reserves. It can be formed into bars or strips to be eaten as is or used in a variety of … Read more

It’s natural for many preppers to have at least considered the option of taking what they need, if necessary, from the scattered remains of their home town. Even in the midst of the destruction left in the wake of a disaster, useful materials and goods will remain. It may just be one more thing you … Read more

Civilization has come a long way from the days when living outside was commonplace. These days you see outdoor adventures planned for with grand ideas of accomplishing personal goals and reconnecting with the natural world. The comforts of home may have dulled our understanding of what it is like to survive in the woods. A … Read more

For many preppers, a societal collapse is probably the scariest event imaginable that is also the most plausible. Far removed from an alien invasion, zombie uprising, gamma ray burst, or some other fantastical doomsday scenario, this is one that can actually happen, and has happened countless times throughout history. Though Americans might be exceptional, they … Read more

When we are faced by serious trials and tribulations in life, it is easy to start wishing that we were someone else, somebody skilled and capable under the circumstances. If we had the skills, mindset and stature befitting our everyday heroes in the military, perhaps we would get through this event with flying colors instead … Read more

Cast iron has to be the best cookware ever! Cast iron builds up its own non-stick surface after a few uses, is fairly easy to care for, and almost indestructible – many people are still using cast iron skillets and Dutch ovens that belonged to their grandparents. Don’t believe people who say cast iron is … Read more

Oats have a reputation for being filling and healthy, but the consensus is that oats retains its nutritional value for only 1 to 2 years, after which the nutritional value degrades (unless stored under specific conditions). Oats is reputed to last for 25 to 30 years, so, it is natural to question how to store … Read more