How to Make a Whistle from a Sycamore Twig Sycamore twigs are ideal material for making whistles because they are durable while also being easy to cut. All you need is an appropriately-sized piece of wood and a pocket or survival knife for this project, and you can complete it in just a few easy …
Top 5 Tips to Ignite your Prepping Efforts this Spring Now that we are nearing the end of winter, it’s time to make adjustments to your survival gear and stockpile to prepare for the warmer months ahead. It’s also a good time to check the condition of your supplies to ensure that everything is in …
This Amazing Trick Turns Plastic Bottles into Wire and Rope! One of the most interesting uses for old plastic bottles is that they can be cut into thin strips of thread that can be used for a million different purposes. The problem is that fashioning a cutter tends to be easier said than done. However, …
Turn Your Old Fire Extinguisher into an Awesome Metal Forge! You can turn a fire extinguisher canister into a very hot and efficient forge in a few simple steps. This option is far superior to using aluminum cans or other thin material as the thickness of the metal of the fire extinguisher will absorb a …
Cayenne Pepper, Nature’s Magical Medicine Cayenne pepper is particularly effective for treating a wide-range of skin problems, and it is also a powerful topical pain reliever. One of the best ways to apply cayenne pepper to bug bites, rashes, burns or sore and achy muscles and joints is by making a salve from this remarkable …
Silent Killers: Air Rifles Aren’t Just for Kids Anymore Air rifles and BB guns are often considered to be kids toys and not suitable for “real” hunting. In reality, it is completely possible, and often more practical, to use an air gun when hunting small animals. However, there are some important considerations to think about …
Incorporating Military Camouflage Into Our Appearance Effective concealment is one of the fundamental principles of survival in hostile or unsafe areas. The military has virtually perfected the art of camouflage over the years, and we can benefit from incorporating their guidelines into our own preparedness efforts. Let’s look at some general things to think …
Homemade Camp Shower Having a shower when you are in the out doors is a must. Here is a great DIY that anyone can do. Just follow the step by step instructions in this video.
Making an ARC Welder Did you know you can make an AC arc welder using parts from your microwave? I used 2 transformers from 2 different microwaves, and about 50′ of 8 AWG stranded copper cable from a local hardware store. You could probably save some money by scavenging for free wire, but I …
How To Make A PVC Pump! In this project you’ll learn how to make a customizable PVC hand pump that will create vacuum suction, pump water, or compress air. WARNING: Power tools, like a table saw, pose risks of serious injury. Adequate training and experience are required before operating. The results and claims of …
