Published on Feb 24, 2013 During an emergency, the ability to purify water could be critical. This improved brick rocket stove could be built for about $10, if you have to buy the materials. It’s possible to salvage all of them. This is an improved design from the previous SurvivalCommonSense rocket stove post …
Uploaded on Nov 8, 2011 Build it yourself survival/emergency water purification using Black Berkey Filter Elements. Get free food-grade containers at bakeries and food stores, spigots at Amazon.com or local hardware stores, and Berkey Black filters on the Internet. Be prepared or be ensnared! This system will filter and help PURIFY dirty …
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
Published on Apr 20, 2013 A tutorial on how to easily make a long-lasting candle using shortening, newspaper, and a jar.
The United States has a vast network of published trails that essentially cover the country from one end to the other. Many states also have trails that extend for hundreds of miles. These trails often cross wilderness areas that are off the beaten path, loaded with water and food, and can provide you with ample …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
