How to Make a Soup Can Forge This video shows how to make a simple and inexpensive tabletop forge out of a soup can with a plaster lining. The forge runs off of a common propane torch (spiral flame will work better than pencil flame) that can be bought at any hardware store. The question …
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 …
Build a Simple Dual Can Emergency Stove You can take two cans, one larger than the other, and create a portable, easy to use and very efficient stove that can burn for hours. This fantastically simple trick can come in handy when you can’t or don’t want to build a fire. It can be …
How to Make a Forge Out of a Fire Extinguisher You can turn a fire extinguisher canister into a very hot and efficient forge in a few simple steps. This option is far superior to using aluminum cans or other thin material as the thickness of the metal of the fire extinguisher will absorb a …
Building a Simple Dakota Fire Hole A Dakota fire hole is a time-honored way to build a fire that, surprisingly, many people do not take advantage of. It is a very simple and efficient technique that can be used almost anywhere, and it is also resistant to inclement weather. You can build one with your …
Learn how to make a self-feeding fire Self-Feeding Fire You can build a fire around a makeshift log-loader and let the thing supply the fire with fuel all night long. You can also customize it to meet your needs by making it bigger or smaller than what is described in the steps outlined …
