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 …
SHTF First Aid: The Top 4 Effects of Too Much Sun There’s a lot more to sunburns than experiencing redness and discomfort, especially if you are exposed to too much sun during a survival situation. Let’s take a look at what happens to the body as well as how a sunburn can place demands on …
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 …
Build a Practical Emergency Heater for Indoor Use There are a number of simple things that you can do to generate heat, especially for indoor use. The good news is that all you need are some common household items to make your own heater. It doesn’t require any power and it won’t produce noxious fumes …
How to Build a Stove Water Distiller! Water distillation is one of the most effective ways to remove impurities, but it is also one of the most time consuming. It is also one of the least efficient in terms of what you get out of it by the time the process is complete. However, there is a …
How to Turn Pennies into Batteries! Did you know that pennies, lime juice and cardboard can be combined to generate a small amount of electricity? All you need is about four or five to generate enough power to light a small LED bulb, and you can get more juice by adding more pennies. Let’s take …
The Ethical Code of Military Survival is Serious Business Military personnel are trained to follow an ethical code that guides their decision-making processes during a survival situation. While some of these principles are not applicable or practical for us civilians, we can take a lot away from learning and remembering their essential meaning. Let’s look …
When making candles they might as well be scented Scented candles can be excellent sources of light while also producing an aroma that can brighten the mood of a room. You can make all kinds of different variations and build up a nice stockpile of candles with minimal time, effort or expense. Let’s take a …
Only in the Movies? Learn Basic Survival Techniques from James Bond James Bond demonstrates key survival techniques despite the fact that many situations he encounters are completely unrealistic. We can learn a lot from how quick thinking and improvisation gets him out of a wide-range of jams, and many of the techniques that we see …
