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5 Best Emergency Radios for 2023

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We hope that you would never have to actually use an emergency radio in a true disaster situation but if you do, you are going to need something that is reliable. The fact is, disasters, both natural and man-made are increasing in both numbers and destruction. Your emergency radio will allow you to keep updated on any weather and disaster alerts for your area so that you are always one step ahead. We have taken the hard work out of finding a reliable emergency radio by bringing you our pick of the 5 best emergency radios for 2020. If you’re … Continue reading →

How to Make Fire Straws

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This is a simple little DIY for fire straws that can be added to your survival kit and be ready for when you need to start a fire in a hurry. They take up hardly any room at all and more importantly, they’re waterproof. The great thing about these firestarters is that they are super easy to catch a spark if you’re using a Ferro rod. Start off by gathering together the following items: Plastic drinking straws (the wider, the better) Cotton balls Vaseline Scissors Lighter Pliers Toothpick How to Make a Fire Straw Begin by completely soaking/covering the cotton … Continue reading →

How to Prevent Car Theft

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Having a car broken into can be devastating, expensive, and time consuming.  Whether it’s a smash-and-grab job or a thief actually drives off in a vehicle, most of us know someone that has fallen victim to vehicle theft.  Some of us may have even fallen victim ourselves. This article will teach you how to prevent car theft by making your vehicle an unlikely target and making it harder to steal if it is targeted. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, nearly 357,000 people filed insurance claims for stolen vehicles in 2006.  With that many vehicles being stolen in the … Continue reading →

10 Reasons You Should Bug In Instead of Out

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In the event of a major wide scale disaster, many preppers envision themselves grabbing their bug out bags and hitting the road.  We are all guilty of it.  For some reason the idea of leaving everything behind and depending on your knowledge and preps sounds thrilling.  Perhaps the feeling of true freedom, or just the thought of escaping from the mundane, makes us want to believe that we would thrive as a band of survivors in a remote location. In some cases, when the area you live in becomes inhabitable (fallout, flooding, etc.) the above ideas might hold true.  Most … Continue reading →

How to Prevent Burglary

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Preparedness is not just about being ready for a major catastrophe, it is about being one step ahead of the dangers that we are likely to face on a day to day basis. One of the biggest dangers that we could face in our lifetime is home burglary. According to statistics provided by  the  Federal Bureau of Investigation, there were an estimated 2,159,878 burglaries in 2010, and 60.5 % of those involved forcible entry. In this article I am going to show you how to prevent burglary. If you haven’t taken steps to make your property an unlikely target, you … Continue reading →

Why You Need a SHTF Generator

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Almost all of us have experienced power outages at one point or another in our lives. But what happens when the power doesn’t come back on? For about 8 million residents of New York, power was lost during hurricane Sandy. According to the Huffington Post, over 100,000 people remained without power two weeks after the storm hit. Sales of generators skyrocketed amidst the panic and those who really needed them were not able to get them.  A number of people actually died in the aftermath due to the freezing temperatures. If those in the disaster zone would have been prepared with a shtf generator, would … Continue reading →

5 Ways to Purify Water : Survival Water Purification

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You are in the wild. The temperature has been increasing since you left at your campsite-a great, clear, and unmistakably hot day ahead of you. You see several isolated clouds offering small shade and look up, but at the very least you have got the trees… phew. While in conditions that are decent, you may have the ability to live for 3-5 days without water, there is seriously no earthly reason you shouldn’t examine the way your body responds to dehydration. It is time to locate some water. A terrible case of vomiting or diarrhea will just reduce your odds … Continue reading →

How to Choose the Right Hiking Water Filter

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Can you survive in the backcountry without a hiking water filter? Yes. Is it possible to survive a car crash without airbags and a seat belt? Yes. Both are possible, but why take a chance with your life or your health? Backcountry waters, as clear and pristine as they may appear, can carry a whole arsenal of microscopic pathogens ready to wreak havoc on your stomach. Some of these tiny buggers include bacteria, protozoa, and viruses, that all thrive in water. Backcountry water doesn’t need to appear dirty to be bad for you, so don’t be fooled by a crystal … Continue reading →

A full tank of gas could save your life

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An emergency has been declared due to an oncoming hurricane, and the city has been ordered to be evacuated. You rush to gather a few belongings and shove them into the back of the car, grab the cat, and you, your wife and 2 kids jam in as best you can. You slam the car into reverse, take one last look at the home you’ve lived in for the last five years, then drive down the block to the freeway. As you pull into the jammed on-ramp, as directed by the national guardsmen, you look at your gas gauge and … Continue reading →

Get Out and Gather Information in a Disaster

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One of the very first steps in working through your disaster plan is to take a look around you. It’s a simple (and free) step, yet it’s one of the most important things you can do. This does not have to be a dull grinding exercise. You can plan some local trips, have some picnics and take some hikes while doing your research. This will make it more fun, involve your family (and possibly friends) and give you better motivation to get through it. Some of the questions to keep in mind are: Are there any dangers, such as chemical … Continue reading →

Trash Bags : Essential Survival Supply?

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Believe it or not, simple trash bags are an essential survival supply. Imagine there’s been an earthquake, not the huge “big one” everyone’s been terrified of for decades. Just a medium sized, scare the hell out of you shaker. You survive just fine and everyone in the area is doing fine. Sure, the power is out and there is no gas, but you’ve got some supplies and it’s only a matter of time until the utility companies come around and fix things up. But now you notice that there is no water coming out of the tap. You are prepared … Continue reading →

Urban Bug Out Bag – Survival Kit

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This kit was designed to be as inconspicuous as possible. Others won’t know that you have everything you need to survive, packed into one suitcase. With this survival kit, you won’t stick out in a crowd and you won’t draw attention to yourself. This is a 2-person survival kit, designed to keep 2 people sustained for a minimum of 3 days. Extra food and tools have been provided to sustain you for even longer, should the need arise. There are over 9 days worth of emergency food and 3 days worth of emergency water. A simple water purification system is … Continue reading →

Gift Ideas For the Survivalist or Outdoorsman in Your Life

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I can hardly believe it, but Christmas is just over a month away! That means it’s time to start thinking about what to get your friends and loved ones, especially if you’re going to be doing any online shopping. It’s always an option to do holiday shopping last minute, but that also means you might not get your package on time. I’ll admit that I won’t be doing any Christmas shopping for another couple of weeks, but now is the perfect time to start thinking about what to get the special people in your life so that you don’t end … Continue reading →

Holiday and Birthday Gifts for Wilderness Lovers

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Now when it comes to an outdoorsman every guy/girl out there has a total different style and different interests. Your outdoors man or woman may be a day hiker, multiple day hiker, hunter, fisherman, survivalist, rock climber, and/or nature enthusiast. Sometimes it is hard to know what your loved one needs or wants. With Christmas coming fast it’s time to decide what to get now before items are out of stock. I’ve compiled a gift list that would go great for an average outdoors woman or man. Here are a few things that are a want to some, but a … Continue reading →

Top Ten Uses for Paracord (550 Cord)

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Paracord, also known as parachute cord and 550 cord, is an extremely useful survival tool. Paracord is essentially nylon rope that has been intertwined to make it stronger. Standard 550 cord contains seven strands of nylon cord within it, and has a minimum breaking strenth of 550 pounds. Today, I want to share with you my top ten favorite uses for paracord. #10 Survival Bracelets Wrapping paracord into a bracelet is lightweight and easy to carry on your wrist. Then you always have some in case of an emergency. #9 Keychains and Lanyards Paracord makes a cool lanyard or a knife fob. It can be tied into … Continue reading →

Bug Out on a Budget

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Prepping on a budget isn’t hard to do when you know why you are prepping. Are you getting ready for an EMP? Maybe you are expecting a nationwide economic breakdown. You could even be getting ready for the zombie apocalypse (which if you read my blog very often, you know I think we are already living amongst zombies). The point is, figure out what you need to be prepping for, and make a plan. Make a Preparedness Plan Even if you’re a prepper with a limited budget, every prepper needs a good plan. Actually, every prepper needs multiple plans — … Continue reading →

Starting a Fire: Methods and Tools

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You probably have a basic understanding of what’s important in a survival situation—shelter, water, and food, but one of the most important things to know in a survival situation is how starting a fire can be achieved. You may not always need a fire, but it can sure make a world of difference in the right survival situation. Fire can come in handy for purifying water, keeping you warm, cooking your food, signaling your position, and more. There are some fire-starting products that can make your life a lot easier while you’re camping or in a survival situation. Take a look at … Continue reading →

Zombie Survival: Are you prepared?

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I thought I’d take a lighter note on survival this month. Since October is the month of the paranormal and horror, I have compiled a list of many different items that will be useful in a Zombie outbreak or heaven forbid a Zombie Apocalypse. Disclaimer: Use this only as a reference list for your own survival kits: you know what works best for you. If you have a base of operation and plan on staying in it for the duration of the attack, then all following items would be a great arsenal to have with you. You should always have a day … Continue reading →

Rod & Flint Combos – Fire Starter Kits

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There are many ways to start a fire. Matches and lighters are the most common ways to start a fire. In this post we will be taking a look at the Fire Starters that use a flint rod and a striker. These are great to have for camping, backpacking, hiking and survival gear. eGear Magnesium Fire Starter w/ Flint Rod & Striker The method of using a flint and rod to start a fire has been around for quite some time. Although it can be difficult to use it is a great source to have on hand. Scraping shavings of … Continue reading →

Do It Yourself 72-hour Survival Kit

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When a disaster strikes, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) says you should expect to be on your own for at least 72 hours. This 72-hour window of time gives responders enough time to react to the situation and find you. It may take longer for disaster relief to reach you, and it’s always smart to be as prepared as possible. However, remember that there is a limit to how much you can carry in a survival kit. I am a big proponent of the K.I.S.S. (Keep it Simple Survival) system. There is a lot of information out there (on … Continue reading →