SHTF First Aid: Emergency Rescue Breathing An individual can have difficulty breathing for a number of reasons. They could be having a heart attack, suffering from respiratory disease or an allergic reaction, or they may have sustained an injury that has rendered them unconscious. No matter the cause, the most important thing is that the …
SHTF First Aid: Handling a Stroke A stroke is a blockage of blood flow to the brain, normally due to a blood clot. They range from minor to deadly depending on the degree and nature of the blockage. Symptoms of a stroke can also range from being obvious to nearly impossible to detect. Let’s …
Tornado Categories, Watches and Warnings Each year, tornadoes kill scores of people and cause billions of dollars in damage. Tornadoes can strike almost anywhere with little or no warning, even in areas that are not accustomed to experiencing them. Despite their tremendous destructive potential, many people do not realize how strong, unpredictable they really are.
The Top 3 Tips for Improvised Floatation Devices Swimming for survival takes an enormous amount of energy, and even the best swimmers can run into trouble in a very short period of time. It is very important to think about how you can create makeshift or improvised flotation devices that can be used at a …
Full Moon Fever….Controlling the Werewolf in All of Us! It is a common perception that full moons cause many people to act a little bit off-kilter. While this is far from being a scientific fact, there is no shortage of examples of how people act differently during this time of the month. This phenomenon also …
Group Survival: How to Be a Team Player One of the biggest challenges that we will face in a survival situation is not related to having enough supplies, skills or resources on hand. It involves whether or not we can work together as a group in an efficient, effective and cooperative manner. Unfortunately, this reality …
Bug-IN….in a Hurry! One of the first things that the government does following a serious emergency is order people to shelter in place. It is not uncommon to discover that even if you could get out of where you are, transportation systems may be offline, driving may be impossible and trekking out may simply be …
The Best Tips for Washing Clothes by Hand Did you know that washing machines don’t really clean clothes much better when compared to washing them by hand? There is no doubt that they make laundry a lot more convenient, but there are not essential. However, there are some simple things that you can do to …
How to Build and Use an Electrofishing System for a SHTF Situation Electrofishing can be an effective and relatively safe way to catch fish in ponds, rivers and streams. However, it is important to mention that this method is not legal in all areas, and you will need to do your due diligence in order …
Incorporating Military Camouflage Into Our Appearance Effective concealment is one of the fundamental principles of survival in hostile or unsafe areas. The military has virtually perfected the art of camouflage over the years, and we can benefit from incorporating their guidelines into our own preparedness efforts. Let’s look at some general things to think …
