Most Common Ways People Will Die Post-SHTF People who survive a disaster, particularity one of SHTF proportions, are just beginning to walk on a long and perilous road. The sad reality is that the aftermath of major disasters often takes more lives than the incident itself. This is why it is so crucial that …
Making a Cord-Wrapped Tactical Knife Simple Knife for Beginning Knife Makers In this video, knife maker Walter Sorrells demonstrates the making of a very simple knife with a handle made from paracord wrap. The emphasis of the video is to show that high quality knives can be made by beginning knife makers using cheap, …
Bug Out Basics: Thinking Strategically or Tactically? One of the biggest weaknesses that preppers have relates to poor planning for bugging out. We may have the best gear, a sturdy vehicle, a shelter far from urban areas and a general plan. However, we often overlook the details that are essential to success. This focus on …
The Most Deadliest Bacteria in the World Viruses get a lot of attention due to their ability to kill millions of people and the absence of cures. However, bacteria present an equally-challenging risk because they become resistant to known forms of treatment. In fact, some believe the bacterial infections could increase to the point where …
Mastering the Art of Delegation in an Emergency Hand drawing Delegate concept with marker on transparent wipe board isolated on white First responders in training are taught that people are less likely to do anything at the scene of an emergency if others are present. This is because people tend to assume that someone …
What to Expect from a Volcanic Eruption Most of our experience with volcanoes has to do with watching lava slowly flow from Mt. Kilauea in Hawaii. While this is a powerful and very active volcano, it hasn't exploded with the destructive and deadly force that is common from eruptions in other parts of the …
What to Consider Before, During and After a Nuclear Attack The Cold War may seem to be far off, and many of the public service and educational programs with respect to what to do during an attack have gone by the wayside. We don’t have civil defense drills, we don’t have many active and maintained …
