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07/18/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Simple DIY solutions to modern-day appliances that you could build from scratch if you lost everything

We live in a time where we mostly depend on appliances to make our lives easier. They are efficient, easy to use, require less effort for tasks, and can accomplish tasks very quickly. It’s hard to imagine a day where appliances were not available. But if you find yourself in such a situation, don’t worry. You can create your own […]

07/06/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Do you know how to tie these 6 essential knots?

Learning how to tie knots is a big life saver. More than just the regular tie-your-shoelace-knot, there are other types of knots which can really come in handy in times of emergencies. From knots that could help us build a shelter to storing our food, first aid and keeping ourselves from falling, this survival skill […]

07/04/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Natural solutions to halt mosquitoes

Now that summer is finally here, it seems like an exciting idea to spend more time in the great outdoors or let the sunshine enter through the open windows. However, pesky mosquitoes are also out to enjoy the influx of people at this time of the year. There’s no need to panic, though. You can […]

07/04/2018 / By Carol Anderson

An easy guide to starting a fire with a water bottle

Whether you’re a full-fledged prepper or just a person who likes learning things, knowing how to create fire without any kind of igniter is one of the most important survival skills to learn. It’s a great skill, which not only helps you get warm, but it can also save your life when SHTF. Aside from the […]

07/03/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Tourniquet practice proven to improve survival in civilian trauma victims

The military has done a lot to protect the country and its people – a lot of its methods and techniques have been adapted and used in civilian medicine. In particular, the use of tourniquets to immediately arrest bleeding in the arms and legs has been shown to greatly increase a trauma victim’s odds of […]

06/24/2018 / By Carol Anderson

How to prevent pests in your pantry

Dealing with pantry pests – or any pest for that matter – can often be a pain for everyone. There are even times when they seem to just reappear a couple of days after you have cleaned your pantry. The truth is, pests will always find their way back to your food storage. Infestation can […]

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