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08/10/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Sugar: Cheap, effective wound treatment with a long shelf life
Processed sugar is bad for the health when consumed in sugary foods or sweetened beverages. However, it can potentially save lives when applied to wounds as a disinfectant and healing ingredient. In ancient times, Egyptian healers used sugar to speed up the healing of injuries. During the Napoleonic wars, soldiers stuffed sugar into wounds inflicted by […]
08/10/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Home security tips from a police officer
Self-defense is a matter best taken in a person’s own hands than left to the police. Take it from a former police officer, who shares some ways to ensure the security of your home. First, figure out the state’s laws on self-defense. The options will be defined by what the state considers to be an […]
08/07/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Useful now and later: Planting trees adds immediate value and preps your setup for when SHTF
Fruit-bearing and nut-producing trees require a lot of investment from a prepper at the very beginning. But after they get planted and grow up, the food-producing trees pay for themselves over many years, especially when SHTF. A food-producing tree is a valuable addition to any garden during ordinary times. It becomes indispensable during sudden shortages […]
08/01/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Tips for setting up a lookout post
An observation post is an excellent way to scan the terrain and spot any movement. The recon and early warning it provides are essential to the survival of preppers. Always site the post within the range of small arms fire from the bug-out shelter, home, or base of operation. While the distance depends on the […]
07/30/2019
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By Edsel Cook
It’s all in the details: How small preps have big rewards
Don’t overlook the small everyday preps. They will prove useful even in situations that don’t involve SHTF. For example, taking the time to make little preps for automobiles will save the hassle of calling for a tow truck to replace a flat tire. Most prepping skills center on TEOTWAWKI scenarios. However, there are also smaller preps […]
07/30/2019
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By Edsel Cook
When navigating in the wild, don’t forget: Your compass doesn’t point true north
When trying to find your way through the wilderness with a compass, keep one thing in mind: It doesn’t directly point to the “true” north or the magnetic north. A compass is affected by the declination of an area. Preppers and survivalists must keep the variation in mind when navigating in the wild. The angle […]
07/28/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Portable throne: Review of the top 5 camping toilets
People who stay outdoors for days or even weeks know all about the need for a camping toilet. So picking the right portable toilet unit will be a big deal for anyone who spends long periods away from the nearest bathroom with working plumbing. A portable potty is made up of a container that stores […]
07/28/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Bug-out bike: Here’s why it’s an option to consider
A bicycle may not seem like the best option for a bug-out vehicle. Cars and trucks are better suited for long trips over considerable distances at high speeds. But bikes enjoy many strong points and advantages over other ground vehicles when it comes to bugging out during SHTF scenarios. A bike has access to far […]
07/27/2019
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By Edsel Cook
12 Ways to navigate without a compass
In the worst-case scenario, a person might find himself stranded in the wilderness without any navigation tools, including a compass. Be prepared for such situations with these 12 traditional techniques for compass-free navigation. Use the sun, stars, topographical maps, and landmarks to find your location The first method works during the day. Determine the direction […]
07/27/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Have you prepped your toolbox? Three essential measuring tools you’ll need after SHTF
Preppers need to make sure their toolboxes are also ready for when SHTF. It’s easy to forget to stock up on tape measures, speed squares, and at least one geometry textbook. But these simple construction tools and guides will quickly prove their worth in any building project. A tape measure is essentially a compact ruler. […]
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