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07/16/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Edible, medicinal, utilitarian: Cattails are a wonderful survival resource

Traditional Chinese healers call this weed “Pu Huang” and prescribe it to patients who have bleeding problems. This can range anywhere from spitting out blood to having blood in the urine or stool to bleeding from the uterus. Most people take the herb dried and are therefore unable to realize that the powerful Pu Hang […]

07/16/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

How to safely forage for pokeweed

Nothing says “survival” quite like the pokeweed. The shockingly beautiful plant, with its deep purple berries, is a favorite among unsuspecting children who crush the fruit and smear it on their faces. Unfortunately, pokeweed is one of the deadliest plants to touch and eat. Almost all parts of the weed are poisonous and only specific […]

07/14/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Surviving a snake bite: What you need to know, how to prepare

Most of us don’t consider snakes in our survival preparations. We talk about the uses of herbs in medicine and how to build a shelter from materials found in nature, but an essential part of prepping is understanding the kinds and appropriate first aid responses for different dangerous animals. In this edition of medical preparedness, […]

07/13/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

For the survivalist prepper: How to build a fire AND remain hidden in the wild

Fire: The stolen gift of the gods given to humanity by the titan, Prometheus, that damned him to an eternity of torment. Without fire, society would never flourish and progress would never occur. This survival staple is also without comparison – and any prepper knows that after water and shelter, the most important thing to have […]

07/12/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Tips for storing different types of fuel long term

You need fuel during emergency situations. Most people tend to forget that. We are always told to stockpile food and medicine for obvious reasons, but fuel is another crucial item that you should begin storing today. We’re not just talking about gasoline but other fuels needed for heating, cooking, and electricity. In this short guide, […]

07/10/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Sugar is an essential survival staple when SHTF

There’s a knee-jerk reaction whenever someone mentions the word “sugar.” The immediate response is one of concern and fear – with statements such as “we should avoid it” or “it’s bad for you” topping the list. While this is true regarding processed sugar, its natural sources are the complete opposite. In fact, many preppers and survival […]

06/25/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Survival skill check: Can you make a water filter when you’re off grid?

Gone are the days when you could drink water out of anywhere. Most of the lakes, ponds, and streams around you are dirty and full of contaminants. This becomes a problem when you have to survive during an emergency situation. To be a true prepper, learning how to make your own water filter is essential. […]

06/22/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Training to survive: Do you know what your priorities are?

You need to know what to prioritize when the proverbial sh*t hits the fan. Our current political climate forces us to realize that this may come sooner rather than later, and it wouldn’t do to meet these situations with your pants down. In this article, we’ll talk about a few things that always should be […]

06/20/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Tips for eating on rations from the Great Depression: Recipes the Greatest Generation grew up on

We are standing on the precipice of chaos. Our society seems to be slowly unraveling — and to what end, none of us can say. It does no good to worry about what could or could not happen, but the true survivalist is prepared for whatever outcome. Here at NaturalNews, we’ve written dozens of articles […]

06/05/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

How to stock your self-defense cache on a budget

We have the right to defend our families from harm – this is the reason why the founders of the United States listed it in our constitution. Contrary to what the extreme political left might preach, guns are not the source of evil in this world. In the right hands, firearms can protect society from […]

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