Lessons to Learn from the Great Depression The Great Depression was undoubtedly the most challenging time for American families in our history. The sudden economic collapse that wiped out jobs, destroyed access to food and forced people to migrate for years on end left an indelible impression on people that lasted for generations. Let’s take …
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 …
Minimalist EDC I don’t carry a lot of stuff as part of my EDC, but what I do carry has been proven and reliable. My EDC about as paired down as I can get it while still being useful.
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, …
Creating a Balanced Survival Stockpile Diet There are endless canning and long-term food storage recipes and products out there that are intended for survival situations. While most of them contain all-natural ingredients and are designed to provide maximum shelf-life, freshness and flavor, it’s important to create a balanced stockpile. It is very easy …
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 …
Why Kale Should be on Your Plate and in Your Garden Kale is one of the most durable, easy to grow and nutrient-rich vegetables that we can harvest and consume. It thrives in early or late season growing conditions, requires minimal care and maintenance and matures quickly. It is also a fantastic survival …
Crazy Anti-Gun Legislation Continues to Sweep the Country The recent attempts from the Obama administration to expand federal gun control laws are just a drop in the bucket compared to what some states keep trying to pull off. While many states, particularly conservative ones, are increasing gun rights, many are also coming up with …
Infections You Can Expect to Encounter in SHTF Situations Many infections that spread like wildfire are kept at bay due to basic sanitation standards that we have in place. However, during an SHTF situation, chances are that disruptions will occur that can cause a severe outbreak of numerous diseases that are rare. Here is …
