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 …
How to Make Your Own Potting Soil One of the most important, yet least discussed, aspects of self-sufficiency is producing good soil for farming. Unfortunately, a lot of soil is not productive enough to grow hearty and healthy crops, which is one of the main reasons that we use chemical fertilizers. However, you can make …
Back to Basics: Hit the Ground Running in Wilderness Survival Situations With all of the tips, tricks and tools available, it’s really easy to complicate the simple when it comes to getting established in the wilderness. It’s important to remember to focus on the three basic aspects of wilderness survival before spending too much time …
10 Major Natural Disasters Predicted Soon! Scientists have always been making predictions of when a catastrophic disaster will happen. However, within the 21st century, many have made predictions of major natural disasters occurring in the near future.Here are 10 catastrophic natural disasters that, according to scientific evidence, may occur at any minute. The entries are …
Common Survival Uses for Tarps and Ponchos Tarps or plastic sheets are often seen as an accessory and option in survival kits and gear. However, they should be an essential component that is included in every bug out bag and backpack. They crinkle, they can get in the way and they can be cumbersome. However, …
How to Make a Trip Wire Alarm From a Clothespin Trip wire alarms are an excellent first-line of defense against intrusions along a perimeter. The trick is to make one that will be loud enough for you and the intruder to hear. The following design is an excellent example of how you can use ordinary …
6 Tips To Prepare For a Hurricane Learn how planning ahead can help you protect your family, your home and your belongings in a dangerous storm. When the weatherman tells you to take cover because a hurricane is on the way, the last thing you want to do is worry about whether you are prepared. …
DIY Simple Compost Temperature Monitoring Stick Compost temperatures need to be monitored regularly in order to ensure that the degradation process is working as efficiently as possible. One of the best ways to keep an eye on fluctuations and optimize your composting system is to install a thermometer. This project is very easy, doesn’t require …
How to Make Ant Bait Traps With Prescription Bottle Caps Prescription bottle caps are the perfect size and design for improvised ant bait traps. All you need to do is make a couple of modifications, use the right bait and place them in the right location. Take a look at the following steps and see …
Caffeine…What You Need to Be Aware of When SHTF Caffeine is so abundant and widely-accepted as a stimulant that most people don’t think of it as a drug that has harmful side-effects. The reality is that too much caffeine can lead to a wide-range of health problems that include headaches and muscle cramps to cardiac …
