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 …
There are a number of things that you can do to minimize the risk of being stranded, injured or killed before, during and after a flood. These tips are not always highlighted in survival guides or preparedness manuals, but they are important to know as you plan, prepare and respond to a flood …
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 …
Published on Sep 10, 2012 Bio Sand Water Filter Construction DIY step-by-step. Using PVC & CPVC materials that were on hand and/or laying around, this is my project step-by-step, the tools used & detailed how I construct a basic Bio Sand Water Filter.
Bugging out can be a dangerous survival mission. To protect yourself and those you love, you need to be armed – always! A good survival rifle and handgun is best – but these can rendered useless.
Filtering water in order to make it potable is not a complex process. You can easily build your own if you are stuck in a situation where access to pure water is not available. All you need is a thick plastic bag and some basic material, and you can create an effective and practical filtration …
You can create a very efficient and virtually self-watering planter out of a two liter bottle of soda in just a few steps. This is a great way to grow plants when you are short of space and other basic resources. All you need is some duct tape, a pair of scissors, a pen, nail …
