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11/15/2018 / By Jhoanna Robinson

What grows where? A medicinal plant map for your survival kit

We present to you a medicinal plant map. The plants on this map depict one or two important species that are cultivated in certain states. The map was printed in 1932 by the National Wholesale Druggists’ Association used by pharmacists during a promotional campaign called Pharmacy Week. (h/t to BioPrepper.com) The medicinal plants that are famous in certain […]

10/26/2018 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Surviving in the heat: Must-have items to keep cool in a collapse

During the summer months, blackouts may be experienced in some parts of the country – they may be planned or unplanned. Severe weather disturbances are even bigger reasons to be geared for the troubles that weather-related outages may bring. Survivalists, even beginners – but mostly the hardcore ones – may already have in their possession […]

10/24/2018 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Tips for dehydrating and long-term storage of herbs

If you’ve ever thought of using leaves to cover up wounds and prevent infection at some point, you may be on to something – if you use sage leaf, at least. That’s because it has natural healing qualities. Other herbs that belong to the same cluster include oregano and thyme, which are common plants that can […]

10/24/2018 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Camping alone? 5 Safety precautions for your protection

We all know that taking a break from the city and veering away from the stress and pressure of urban life once in a while is necessary to have a happy life. There are many ways to explore this option — that is, hanging out with your friends and family in some remote location far away […]

10/23/2018 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Wilderness preparedness: How one business makes the best survival gear for outdoor enthusiasts

Nye, Montana-based Wilderness Medical Systems manufactures medical kits for people who have the mind to explore the outdoors. These medical kits have traveled with their companions to as far as Afghanistan and Kuwait, Alaska, and Mongolia. Two of these kits went with a company that was conducting a rescue operation for a plane that landed in […]

10/12/2018 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Prepping your farm for when SHTF

While it is true that owning a farm may increase your chances of surviving an end-of-the-world scenario, the farm still needs to be optimized. Here are some factors you might want to consider in prepping your farm for when SHTF: (h/t to SurvivorSullivan.com) Space – There is not a single standard or highly recommended measurement […]

09/10/2018 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Be smart, stay safe: Your primer to shutting off utilities in case of an emergency

Calamities and natural disasters come and go as they please – they don’t announce themselves at the door. This is why it pays to prepare for their coming; emergency planning can help you address the challenges that you may encounter when the time comes that you have to endure a crisis situation. One of the ways you can […]

09/06/2018 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Tips for bow hunting in a survival situation

It pays to be prepared for anything. You never know when you will be put in a survival situation, and you may have to shoot game in order to have food. Why is a bow and arrow the perfect tool or weapon for someone traveling in the wilderness? Well, for one, bows and arrows are easy […]

09/05/2018 / By Jhoanna Robinson

Survival skills to outlast the wilderness: Here’s what you need to know

Most of the time, the key to surviving an emergency situation is through months or even years of preparation. However, nothing can prepare you for the real thing when it suddenly happens. This is why it’s important to stay alert and attentive towards what’s happening around you and apply quick yet well-thought-out responses to whatever the […]

09/04/2018 / By Jhoanna Robinson

6 Survival skills you need in the wilderness

No one knows what the future may bring, and no one can ever anticipate the occurrence of an emergency situation. However, if you are planning to seek solace for a weekend of want to enjoy the simplicity in the forest, it pays to be prepared before you embark on your journey. Here are some of […]

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