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11/13/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

5 hygiene survival myths debunked: What you really need to know about staying clean when out in the wild

Aside from having enough water supply, staying clean is also important during a survival situation. This prevents you from getting sick. However, many are misinformed or lack the knowledge on staying clean in the wilderness, especially when it comes to female hygiene. Here are some wilderness hygiene myths that we’re debunking: (h/t to PreppersWill.com.) “No matter […]

10/31/2018 / By Ethan Huff

8 unlikely bug-out bag items for when SHTF

If you’ve already stocked up on food, water, firearms, and basic medical supplies, then you’re already well on your way to weathering the storm like a champ when everything hits the fan. But what about the things you might have overlooked? The following eight items are survival supplies that you probably didn’t already think of, […]

10/26/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

5 native American soap plants that you can still find and use today

Back then when soap and shampoo were not yet invented, sanitation was a challenging task. So, the Native Americans and early European settlers adapted to their environment and made use of what nature provided. They used Native American soap plants for washing clothes and for cleaning their hair and body. A lot of these Native […]

10/06/2018 / By Ethan Huff

Why you should learn to barter for when SHTF

It’s not exactly a pleasant subject matter to discuss the “what ifs” of a total societal collapse. But that doesn’t mean it’s not smart to take the potential of one occurring seriously, especially if you and your family hope to survive a calamitous event that might result in basically everything “hitting the fan.” Since most […]

07/06/2018 / By Vicki Batts

A list of the most common deadly infections you are likely to contract after SHTF

When catastrophe strikes, survival is what’s going to be at the forefront of everyone’s minds. Whether it be a natural disaster like a hurricane or a more dangerous threat, preparedness can help mitigate some of the danger that lies ahead. Necessities like food, water and shelter may be your top priorities, but there is a […]

06/21/2018 / By Zoey Sky

A basic guide to sanitation and cleanliness when SHTF

As a prepper, before SHTF you must cover the basics such as food and water, survival gear, and shelter. Don’t forget the sanitation of your headquarters. By ensuring hygiene and sanitation among your survival group and your home or outdoor shelter, you can improve your chances of survival. When things are normal and quiet, sanitation may seem […]

06/18/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Staying healthy after SHTF: Best hygiene practices

Even if you know how to build a fire or hunt for game in a survival scenario, it won’t mean anything if you don’t know how to stay clean. Excellent hygiene is imperative to good health. After all, in this sort of situation, you can’t just go down to the dentist for a root canal […]

04/02/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Cleaning and disinfecting off-grid: What products to stockpile and how to use them

When it comes to prepping and going off-grid, few people forget about necessities like food and water. There’s a host of shelf-stable food and water options to choose from, as well as an even larger variety of survival tools and gadgets. But one basic concept can make survival worlds easier: Hygiene. In a disaster situation, […]

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