Uploaded on Jan 27, 2011 If you think your going to survive with a salad garden, think again! You need to learn how to grow the 4 staples of a survival garden
Category: Emergency Preparedness
How to make a cheap, long-lasting survival candle
Published on Apr 20, 2013 A tutorial on how to easily make a long-lasting candle using shortening, newspaper, and a jar.
Differences Between Fire Extinguishers and Fire Suppression Techniques
Fires are classified by their fuel source, and it is important to use appropriate suppression techniques to properly extinguish them while minimizing hazards. The best way to attack a fire is by using an extinguisher or water in some cases. However, you can also use common household items to get the job done as …
Don’t Overlook the Importance of UV Protection
The dangers of ultraviolet light are real, and it is important to protect yourself from prolonged exposure to the sun. A good bottle of sunscreen, zinc oxide and sunglasses that filter out UV energy waves should be part of everyone’s survival stockpile. Let’s take a look at the problem of UV light and how …
Don’t Put All of Your Eggs in One Basket- Diversify Your Resources
The single, most important thing that you can do when preparing for any kind of survival situation is to give yourself plenty of options. This includes developing contingency plans, having alternate escape routes and building sources of resources that are situated at various locations. It also involves expanding your set of skills so that you …
Flood Survival Tips You May Not Know About
There are a number of things that you can do to minimize the risk of being stranded, injured or killed before, during and after a flood. These tips are not always highlighted in survival guides or preparedness manuals, but they are important to know as you plan, prepare and respond to a flood …
How Heat Exposure Can Impact You
Heat exposure is something that can sneak up on you very quickly, and the symptoms are not always obvious at first. It can also occur in conditions where temperatures are not extremely high. It is very important to know about some of the warning signs and contributing factors so that you will be able …
Make a Universal Charger With Paperclips
You can avoid the need to buy adapters or universal charging devices for your phone and other devices that use small batteries simply by using paperclips. All you need is a cable that can be frayed on one end and plugged into an outlet or USB port on the other, two paperclips and perhaps some …
Bio Sand Water Filter Construction DIY
Published on Sep 10, 2012 Bio Sand Water Filter Construction DIY step-by-step. Using PVC & CPVC materials that were on hand and/or laying around, this is my project step-by-step, the tools used & detailed how I construct a basic Bio Sand Water Filter.
Improvised Survival Weapons For Your Bug Out Bag
Bugging out can be a dangerous survival mission. To protect yourself and those you love, you need to be armed – always! A good survival rifle and handgun is best – but these can rendered useless.
