Category: Emergency Preparedness

Underground Shelter

Underground Shelter     Catastrophic events, pandemics, and fears of the end of the world have prompted buyers to invest in “underground shelters.” In this 2012 “SoCal Connected” piece, reporter Vince Gonzales uncovers the sudden boom in shelter sales across the country. The shelters provide all of the amenities a normal house would provide, including …

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Homemade “Steel Can” Solar Air Heater!

DIY – STEEL CAN Air Heater! (140F+) – EASY Instructions! Homemade “Steel Can” Solar Air Heater. made with STEEL CANS. produces consistent flow of hot (140F+) air. video provides full instructions on how to build it. this thing moves a LOT of hot air. air enters through vents at the bottom of collector and is …

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Are You Able to Fix What’s Broken?

Are You Able to Fix What’s Broken? The ability to fix things is going to be one of the biggest strengths as well as challenges that you will ever face in a long-term survival situation. The resources that you are working so hard to acquire and utilize may be all that you can count on …

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The Hidden Dangers of Dust Storms

The Hidden Dangers of Dust Storms     Dust storms are a common occurrence in the western half of the United States, and they can form with little or no warning. Most do not develop to large-scale events that can swallow entire cities, but even the smallest ones can present a threat to health and …

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Basic Trauma Kit or Blowout Kit

Basic Trauma Kit or Blowout Kit Here is a  overview of the basics of what is needed for a trauma/blowout kit. Having one of these kits is a must for any one serious about survival.  This should get you started thinking about what you will need when you put your own kit together.

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How to Make All-Purpose Cleaner

How to Make All-Purpose Cleaner Make a non-toxic all-purpose cleaner with vinegar, water, and essential oil.  This is an easy to make cleaner , but it is very effective.  Keeping your equipment and environment clean in a SHTF situation my be the difference between life and death…. What do you think?

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Lawnmower Generator

Lawnmower Generator Using a lawnmower’s engine as the base, you can build a powerful generator that can power a TV, power tools, and many more. You’ll need some pretty heavy duty items for this project, but when done right you can still save money on a generator.

Fire Making with Bamboo Fire Saw

Fire Making with Bamboo Fire Saw Learn the bamboo fire saw with Bill. This fire tool can compete with the bow drill for consistent results, even besting it in humid climates

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How to Protect Yourself from Nuclear Fallout and Survive an Atomic Attack – 1950s Educational Film

How to Protect Yourself from Nuclear Fallout and Survive an Atomic Attack – 1950s Educational Film It is an animated Cold War preparation short film about what Fallout is and how to protect yourself against it. While the information provided might actually be somewhat useful in case of a reactor accident (e.g. Fukushima), it is …

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Building a Vertical Pallet Garden

Building a Vertical Pallet Garden     Have an old pallet laying around the yard? Here’s a keen way to get good use out of it’s framework. Two hours and you have a beautiful decorative garden that is edible too!  

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