Survival priorities are those things that humans quite literally cannot live for long without. Depending on who you ask, there are five, ten or more than a dozen such priorities. Shelter is among them, and one of the most basic needs for human beings. When we are talking about outdoor emergencies, shelter is even more … Read more
Most preppers are already acquainted with the idea of bugging out in response to major trouble, leaving home and hitting the road in order to survive. But have you considered that trouble may strike when away from home, and that you might need to get home first in order to better prepare for what comes … Read more
Hunting is the primal pursuit of food, and today remains a greatly beloved pastime as well as a rite of passage and a legitimate survival skill. Accordingly, preppers are well served to become at least serviceable hunters, and if you want to bag game you’ll need to become familiar with the tools of the trade. … Read more
I think we have all seen by now just how quickly stores will empty of basic but vital supplies. Food, water, fuel and more will all disappear in an incredibly short period of time. Hopefully, as a prepper, you already have plenty of supplies on hand, and won’t have to endure the mad scramble of … 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
The hardest part about this recipe is getting a man to part with a can of beer, but although the beer gives a good taste to the recipe, you can substitute with a can of soda water. I’ve used this recipe many times over on camping trips and at home as an accompaniment to a … Read more
Who would have thought that the humble paper clip could have so many uses? Like how to create necessary items, like a makeshift compass to find your way when you are lost. Put the paper clip to use in cleaning the hard to get at areas in the house; and keep kids busy and entertained … Read more
A big part of getting ready for various survival scenarios is having the right gear and supplies on hand, what you might call material preparation. As all seasoned preppers know, there is a seemingly limitless amount of stuff that we should have on hand to cover our bases against the most likely contingencies. We need … 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
The age-old question, “Which knife is best?” is answered simply, “It’s the one in your hand.” Having said this, some knives are better than others. As a professional soldier and military contractor, I have carried a number of knives into operations, some have stood the test of time and are featured in this article. Working … Read more