How to set-up a tarp as a tent
For over-nighters, I used to exclusively use a small 2 man tent since they are pretty lightweight and easy to setup. More recently, I have ventured into the world of using just a tarp to shed some...
View Article10 Every Day Carry Gift Ideas Under $20
Tis the season to be shopping for your loved one’s. This year give them the gift of being prepared for those little challenges life throws at you every day. Each of these hand-picked EDC items are...
View Article15 Uses for a Space Blanket
A mylar blanket (aka space blanket) is a very inexpensive yet handy item you should always have with you. They are lightweight and take up very little space yet have a variety of uses in various...
View ArticleGrow Your Own Antibacterial Bandages
People in general are spending more and more time learning how to self-sustain themselves through various means to better prepare themselves for anything life throws at them and in many cases save...
View ArticleDIY Backpacking Turkey Soup in 10 Steps
After Thanksgiving, I do as many other Americans do and cook up a nice big pot of turkey soup, the problem is, I still have 4 quarts canned up from last year since I seem to be the only one in the...
View Article14 Survival Uses for a Condom
Some time ago I posed a question to a Wilderness Survival group on Facebook asking them to come up with survival uses for a condom. As expected, the conversation went on for days full of laughs as...
View ArticleDIY Simple Survival Fishing Kit
Here is a quick and easy little “project” you can put together in a just a few minutes to provide you with some basic fishing equipment in a small package in case you ever need it. All you need is...
View ArticleThis Common Driveway Weed is One of Nature’s Most Powerful Survival Plants |...
Plantain, not to be confused with the banana type fruit, also called Plantain, is a plant which can be found almost anywhere. In fact, if you’re not living in the city, it’s kind of hard not to bump...
View ArticleSuperesse Straps – The survival bracelet you wish you had
Survival bracelets have become quite popular over the last few years, I know I can even find them in the gas station near me for about $5 and see people wearing them every day. What you don’t see...
View ArticleBug Out Bag Gear Basics
There is plenty of information out on the internet for what you should and should not have in your bug out bag and there are many variations on the gear depending on who you ask. In many cases these...
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