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02/14/2020 / By Michael Alexander

How long do you have to boil water for it to be drinkable?

In an SHTF situation, knowing even the littlest of facts can spell the difference between life and death. Or in a normal day, the difference between comfort and the constant need to go to the bathroom. (h/t to DoomAndBloom.net) Take water, for example. Despite its abundance in our surroundings, not every drop of water you […]

02/01/2020 / By Arsenio Toledo

Prevent dehydration when SHTF by learning how to find and purify water

In a post-SHTF world, you won’t survive a week without drinking water. That makes having clean water one of your first priorities. In fact, spending too much of your energy looking for food instead of water might get you killed. To find out where your nearest source of water is, look to nature. Trees and other […]

12/06/2019 / By Mary Miller

5 Desert survival tips

When traveling to distant locations, there is always a risk of getting lost in unfamiliar territory. If you find yourself stranded in the desert, your actions can easily mean the difference between life and death in this hostile environment. Here are five important prepping tips to remember to help you survive the desert. (h/t to DoomsdayMoose.com) […]

12/04/2019 / By Grace Olson

Don’t let your supplies gather dust: Learn how to use your gear and practice your survival skills whenever you can

Preppers spend money on the latest gear and survival items. While there’s nothing wrong with that (as long as it’s within budget), some preppers tend to focus on the gear and supplies and forget another important component in prepping: survival skills. Gear and supplies can only last for so long, but learning and mastering the necessary skills […]

11/18/2019 / By Grace Olson

Waste not, want not: How to reuse dehumidifier water

In an emergency, water may not always be available, and you may be forced to look for alternative sources. While you can find water outside, such as from ponds and lakes, there are potential water sources inside your house as well. One of these is dehumidifier water. By purifying it, it can offer a semi-continuous […]

11/15/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Use distillation to turn seawater into clean drinking water when SHTF

One of the cruelest ironies of this planet is that there is an overabundance of water, but not much of it is actually drinkable. Water is absolutely necessary for survival and finding a reliable water source should be anyone’s top priority when SHTF. In any disaster, drinking water may become a rare find, especially if you […]

10/13/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Tips for finding the best get home bag (GHB) for your prepping needs

Should SHTF while you’re at work, do you have access to gear that you can use to get home safely? If the answer is “no,” prepare a get-home bag (GHB) immediately. (h/t to TheSurvivalistBlog.net) GHBs and BOBs A bug-out bag (BOB) contains supplies that will help you survive for at least 72 hours or more if […]

10/05/2019 / By Edsel Cook

Preppers, take note: Graphene could be a low-cost water purifier

Need a cheap yet reliable way of purifying water without resorting to dangerous chemicals? Russian researchers have discovered the potential of graphene as a material for making water safe to drink. In their experiment, graphene treated water by trapping bacterial cells. The nano-material assembled into flakes that were easy to remove from the purified water. […]

08/08/2019 / By Janine Acero

Simple and effective ways to purify your water during emergencies

Say you’re already seeing the onset of a disaster and the situation is forcing you and your family to bug out. There may be some others who want to join you. The immediate problem that comes up is the amount of drinking water for everyone on board. With your perilous journey ahead, it may be […]

08/02/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Bartering 101: What items should you stockpile now to trade with others post-SHTF?

A well-stocked survival stockpile ensures that you and your family have access to supplies during a long-term emergency. However, you also need to stock up on essential barter items like canned goods or medical supplies so you can trade for other supplies that you may need when SHTF. (h/t to OffgridSurvival.com) Bartering is a skill that’s […]

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