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11/20/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Crucial emergency supplies that most preppers forget

Even the most dedicated prepper will occasionally forget an item that they need to have in their survival stockpile, especially when they’re in the midst of a disaster scenario. However, if you’re here, you’re at least aware that you may occasionally need some reminding about the supplies that you need to have before SHTF. Check […]

11/20/2018 / By Mary Miller

How do you treat broken bones, fractures, or joint injuries when you’re out in the wild?

If you were to break your leg by accident, you could quickly call for medical assistance to fix your leg right back up, but when SHTF, treating injuries can suddenly become a lot more complicated. A prepper should always be ready for the worst case scenario, even when it involves providing first aid to broken […]

11/17/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Essential survival gear that works as force multipliers

Force multipliers are modern tools that can greatly impact a survival situation. With tools like an ax or a fishing rod, individuals or a small survival group can meet their basic needs, like food and shelter, even if they’re trapped in the wilderness. (h/t to SurvivalSkillsGuide.com.) In a disaster scenario, your odds of surviving can be […]

11/15/2018 / By Mary Miller

Prepping basics: How to start a fire when all you have is wet wood

Preppers should be ready for any situation, whether going on a simple camping trip or traversing the wilderness miles away from civilization. One of the most basic and crucial skills that any prepper needs to know is how to start a fire. A fire serves many uses including keeping you warm, cooking your food, making […]

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 […]

11/12/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Simple survival shelters that you can build yourself

Knowing how to build a shelter is a vital skill to have, especially if you often go on outdoor trips. When SHTF and you lose your gear and supplies, you will need to build a shelter using whatever’s lying around in the wild. (ht/ to PreppersWill.com.) Survival experts follow the “Rule of Threes,” which states […]

11/12/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

How to safely forage for food when things turn sour

For long-term survival situations, knowing how to forage is important. Foraging needs a good knowledge of the environment and some practice in the wild, but these six tips can help you when foraging: (h/t to PreppersWill.com.) Eat only what you know: When looking for food, it’s best to stick with what you know. There are […]

11/11/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Prepping skills that teach kids self-sufficiency

Prepping is a multi-faceted way of living. Not many people are aware that survivalists incorporate prepping into many aspects of their life, like mental health and even parenting. In fact, you can teach your children some of the skills listed below to encourage self-sufficiency, which is a crucial quality for your kids to have when […]

11/08/2018 / By Zoey Sky

This is a list of must-have tools that you need as part of your off-grid arsenal

Think about the items in your toolbox or your shed. Do you have what you need to make repairs on your homestead? Seasoned preppers will tell you that even before SHTF, you will need various hand tools and power tools to make living off-grid easier for you and your family. (h/t to BioPrepper.com.) If you […]

11/07/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Is this safe to eat? Warnings to keep in mind when looking for edible plants

Foraging is a useful skill to have because it can help you identify wild edibles. It’s even more valuable when SHTF because it can help you stay alive if you lose your survival gear and food supplies. (h/t to BioPrepper.com.) Once things have settled down after a disaster, assess your needs. Your first priority is to locate […]

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