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02/17/2019 / By Rhonda Johansson

When preparing your EDC, avoid these common mistakes that even seasoned preppers make

As with the world it prepares for, the prepping lifestyle is dynamic and ever-changing. Whereas everyday carry (EDC) used to be an oft-forgotten topic among preppers, it is now being considered to be an essential component of survival. EDC loadouts can range from containing only bare-bones minimalist tools to a full complement of equipment. There […]

02/11/2019 / By Rhonda Johansson

Choosing the right gun to pack in your bug-out bag

An aspect that often gets lost when talking about prepping, firearms, and BOBs, is the why of it all. Don’t misunderstand: Quite a lot of articles are dedicated to talking about which firearm or supplementary firearm should be part of your BOB loadout. Should I bring a rifle or pistol? What caliber is best? How […]

01/04/2019 / By Rhonda Johansson

A guide to finding survival essentials in your area before SHTF

No one wants to talk — or even think — about what could happen in the future, especially if that horizon is painted with storm clouds. However, ignorance is never bliss when it comes to prepping, and failing to take action NOW, while everything (more or less) is still functioning, is an excellent way to […]

12/20/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

How much is enough when stockpiling ammo?

All preppers understand the importance of ammunition. Regardless of where you look, all survivalist websites will tell you that you need to have a gun (and the ammo to match) to defend you and your loved ones from any harm. Chances are, you’re already a responsible owner of a firearm. But here’s where we jump […]

12/13/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

How to use spider webs for survival

There is an innately beautiful and mysterious allure to spider webs. From Shakespeare weaving dreams using the substance in A Midsummer Night’s Dream to Stan Lee allowing Peter Parker to use it as a superpower, there is no doubt that Nature has designed a wonderful material that serves many purposes. Indeed, modern science is now […]

12/10/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Your guide to firearms vocabulary, and some of the more common terms you need to know

An oft-forgotten aspect of prepping is knowing the correct terminology that comes with certain topics. This is especially true of firearms. Sure, having a gun lends weight to arguments (burglars and potential criminals understand the silent language that firearms speak) but have you considered what dialect you yourself use? Firearm terminology is important not only […]

11/23/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

5 Effortless ways to use old newspapers instead of tossing them to landfill

It is estimated that paper constitutes around a quarter of landfill waste and 33 percent of municipal waste. Learning how to recycle and applying these techniques consistently can significantly improve our living situation. Recycling a ton of paper can save around 700 gallons of oil, 26,500 liters of water, and more than 15 trees. Newspapers […]

11/07/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Prepper survival: A guide to preventing and treating snake bites

According to the CDC, around 7,000 to 8,000 people get bitten by a venomous snake in America each year. Of these, only five will die. Now, that number may seem very small to you but experts all agree that this figure would be much higher if these people did not seek immediate medical care. But […]

10/16/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Common survival myths that could literally get you killed

Time for a healthy serving of the truth: Many of the survival tips you know are completely inaccurate. Unfortunately, these aren’t your standard myths that are fun to debunk; misconceptions about survival could literally get you killed. We’ve listed some of the most dangerous common survival myths below. (h/t to BackdoorSurvival.com) If birds and animals […]

09/24/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

How to grow ginger at home

Ginger is a superfood that is packed with nutrients and other healthy compounds that are beneficial to both your physical and mental health. Most of its medicinal properties come from the rhizome — the underground part of the stem, which is commonly mislabeled as the root. Ginger can be used fresh, powdered, dried, or even as […]

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