You can make torches out of almost anything that burns, provided that you have the ability to attach the material to a long handle. The most common option is to wrap some fabric around the end of a stick and soak it in some fuel. However, there are some things that you can apply to …
Harden your house to make it a less attractive target for burglars and looters if the SHTF in an economic collapse or hyperinflationary scenario. The door club and rose bushes can combine to form an inexpensive first line of home defense.
Filleting most fish involves the same methodology and logic. Learning how to get the job done quickly and easily will help you to get the day’s catch into your belly faster while minimizing waste. While you can simply wrap the fish in foil or grill it as-is for a tasty meal, sometimes it’s just …
A rocket stove is an efficient way to generate heat for cooking as well as warmth. Many people turn small cans into portable burners by using the principles that will be discussed here, but you can give yourself a literal furnace by using a five gallon can instead. All it takes is some sand and …
Uploaded on Nov 8, 2009 Educational video showing step by step, the processes of well drilling, well construction and equipment installation needed to provide a safe home water supply.
Most communities that are subject to severe weather have contingency plans in place when it comes to dealing with the aftermath of tornadoes. However, it is difficult to accurately predict how these plans will unfold once a tornado strikes. Every building, including hospitals and grocery stores, may be destroyed, hundreds of injured will need …
There are two ways that you can purify water using the energy from the sun. You can either build a still that will evaporate clean water vapor from a dirty source and deposit it into a container, or you can let water sit under direct sunlight for at least six hours. The direct sunlight method …
Composting toilets are not that different than regular ones with the exception that you cover the waste instead of flushing it with water. Creating a composting system is one of the ultimate achievements in sustainability, and you can enjoy the benefits for years to come. The trick is to be in a place where you …
Building a garden pyramid is a fast and easy way to maximize crop yields, minimize space and reduce the amount of time necessary for maintaining the garden. The most basic form can be constructed using little more than some planks and nails, and the entire project can be completed in less than an hour. …
Tanning hides is a skill that extends through the ages, but has been largely forgotten in our modern culture. However, learning how to prepare your own animal skins can open a lot of doors of opportunity in a survival situation. The process is relatively simple, requires very little material and can produce a lasting …
