The Disadvantage of Solely Relying on Gun Sights Many new shooters rely heavily on using their sights to aim at stationary targets. Many experienced shooters use their ability to accurately hit stationary targets as a measure of their skill. While using sights and shooting at a fixed target is an integral part of gun training, …
Vital Info for Sheltering in Place During Chemical Emergencies There are times when it is better to stay put rather than evacuate during a haz-mat or chemical emergency. However, it’s important to follow some basic guidelines in order to minimize risks of exposure. These are logical steps that are pretty straightforward, but remember that each …
Identifying and Using Pressure Points to Control Bleeding The body has pressure points situated from head to toe that can be depressed above a wound site in order to control bleeding. Using these pressure points should be considered as the secondary course of action to take if applying direct pressure to a wound does …
How to Make a Cheap and Effective Manual Vacuum Sealer Vacuum packing food items is one of the best ways to extend their shelf life no matter how they will be stored. However, commercial products as well as refill bags can be expensive and difficult to obtain during a crisis. Let’s take a look at …
DIY Self-Contained Water Filtration System-Awesome! One of the biggest limitations with water filters is that they are either too small or too big for emergency use. On one hand, portable filters are excellent for bug-out or wilderness situations. However, they are not that practical for in-home use. On the other hand, large systems may not …
How to Safely Change a Tire Changing a tire can be an inconvenient, dirty and physically-exhausting experience. This is one of the reasons that so many people rely on emergency road services to get the job done for them. However, it is worth biting the bullet and learning how to change your own tire in …
How to Turn PVC Pipe into a Socket Wrench One of the most amazing things about PVC pipe is their versatility, and it’s easy to modify them for all kinds of different uses. One neat and very practical trick is to turn PVC pipe into a socket wrench that will fit perfectly over a nut …
What is Vermiculture and Why is it Important? Vermiculture is the process of raising and using worms to enhance the productivity of your garden and speed up the composting process. Growing and harvesting worms is very easy, doesn’t require much time or attention and can produce huge benefits. Let’s take a look at the basics …
How to Make an Improvised Glue Stick from Tree Sap If you have a glue gun, but ran out of glue sticks, you can get use the sap from a nearby conifer tree as an excellent alternative. This is an ideal solution for projects that require some adhesion without the need for the degree of …
When SHTF Make a Rudimentary Mug From a Plastic Bottle Did you know that you can easily turn an empty plastic soda, water or milk container into a rudimentary mug? It can be an excellent trick to know in the field, and you only need some basic supplies and creativity to get the job done. The …
