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02/13/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Give your survival skill repertoire a boost with these learning strategies

Preppers need various tools and supplies, but you must keep in mind that when SHTF, the best “tools” to have are your survival skills. (h/t to BackdoorSurvival.com) You don’t always need to spend money to learn more skills. If you prefer to learn on your own or through other means, check out the learning strategies detailed below: […]

01/25/2020 / By Arsenio Toledo

Here’s why you need to learn how to use a ham radio before SHTF

When SHTF, regular news broadcasts will be shut down and it will be impossible to access the internet. When this happens, you’re going to need a new way to keep yourself updated with recent events. That’s what a ham radio can do for you. (Related: 10 Ugly truths about long-term power outages and how to deal […]

01/01/2020 / By JD Heyes

Company launches crowdfunding project to form “digital ammunition” firm, but how will owning non-physical ammo work out?

A firm based in Boise, Idaho is set to launch a crowdfunding effort to form a “digital ammunition” exchange that will supposedly give some 94 million gun owners the opportunity to combine physical ammo ownership with “online digital management.” The company, AmmoSquared Inc., notes that by starting off in the digital world, ammo becomes much […]

12/08/2019 / By Grace Olson

Self-defense tips: How to escape a tail on foot or in a vehicle

Being followed around by a stranger is an anxiety-inducing experience. If you find yourself in this situation, the most important thing to do is try to shake off the person “tailing” you. (h/t to TheSurvivalistBlog.net) Things to remember if you’re being tailed The first thing to do is to remain calm. Panicking won’t help, so […]

10/27/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Prepper gear 101: The 4 differences between a clip point knife and a drop point knife

Any outdoor activity has the possibility of going wrong with little to no warning. The great outdoors is unpredictable, and, as a prepper, you must be prepared to face an emergency situation. If you ever find yourself in a bind, having the right tools can mean the difference between life and death. This situation is […]

10/26/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Your physical fitness is just as crucial as your preps when SHTF: Stay healthy by walking regularly and following a balanced diet

Many preppers spend a lot of their time preparing for the worst. They’d stockpile supplies and emergency kits for maximum survival. But one thing that a lot of people, not just preppers, neglect is physical preparation. Health and fitness are often overlooked because people take for granted how easy they have it in the modern […]

10/26/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

The basics of home gardening and food preservation

Stockpiling food and water is second nature to any person interested in prepping. However, these supplies don’t last forever. Your stockpile may look decent at first, but how long do you think it would last? In a grid-down scenario, most grocery stores would be stripped clean of supplies, and any delivery service would be cut off […]

10/13/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Tips for finding the best get home bag (GHB) for your prepping needs

Should SHTF while you’re at work, do you have access to gear that you can use to get home safely? If the answer is “no,” prepare a get-home bag (GHB) immediately. (h/t to TheSurvivalistBlog.net) GHBs and BOBs A bug-out bag (BOB) contains supplies that will help you survive for at least 72 hours or more if […]

09/29/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Food storage tips: How much food and water do you need to survive for 3 months?

Food storage is an important aspect of prepping. When SHTF, your life will be much easier if you have at least three months’ worth of shelf-stable food in your survival stockpile. (h/t to AskAPrepper.com) But what if you’re on a budget, and you want to store the bare minimum food supply to keep your family well-fed during a […]

09/26/2019 / By Edsel Cook

Emergency comms for preppers: Alternative means of communication when SHTF

Keeping your communication lines open is an integral part of surviving SHTF situations. There are three types of emergency communication systems that preppers must have: Two-way radios, CB radios, and ham radios. Each type has strengths and weaknesses. While a good prepper must try to get all of them, he should prioritize the one most […]

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