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11/29/2018 / By Zoey Sky

What needs to be in your car emergency kit?

Preppers stay ahead of emergencies by anticipating common survival scenarios. The same thing applies when you’re on the road. But do you know what kinds of items and gear you need to pack in a car emergency kit? (h/t to SurvivalJar.com) Your car is the perfect place to store crucial survival tools because it has […]

10/17/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Keeping your hands warm while playing this winter: 12 thermal gloves to consider

While you can layer your clothes to stay warm during winter, you also need to make sure that your fingers are protected from the cold. This list of 12 well-made thermal gloves can help keep your hands warm whether you’re trying to do some errands, going out for a bracing jog, or commuting to work during […]

10/04/2018 / By Ethan Huff

The top dangers you will face when you finally bug out

Hollywood movies are notorious for glamorizing the survival lifestyle of a post-apocalyptic world. But the reality is that, in the event of a major societal catastrophe, life is hardly going to be easy – even for those who think they’re fully prepared for the worst. The following seven scenarios need to be carefully considered by […]

08/28/2018 / By Russel Davis

Survival footwear and clothing for specific conditions: Moisture, UV and insect protection

Clothing is just as essential as other equipment when it comes to survival. Many seasoned and expert survivalists will attest that determining the right clothes to use may help bolster your chances of survival in the wild. An entry posted on the Survival Frog blog has stressed that while building a shelter is vital for survival, […]

02/08/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

What NOT to wear: The worst clothes for a survival sitution

Fashion has no place in survival. During crisis situations, the least you need to worry about is how good you look. What is more important is knowing that you are well-protected and properly clothed to handle any emergency. Instead of a “how-to” list that we often feature in our preparedness articles, we’ve written instead a […]

01/21/2018 / By Earl Garcia

No fly zone: A look at bug repellant clothing

Insect bites and stings affect thousand of people across the United States each year, according to an article posted on the Medscape website. The article cited a report released by the American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC), which revealed that up to 28,087 people have had single exposure to insects in 2015 alone. The report […]

01/17/2018 / By Zoey Sky

The best gear that’s “made in America”

While the Fourth of July is still a long way off, you don’t need to wait too long to show your patriotism. Check out this list of top four gear “made in America.” Each high-quality item is perfect for outdoor use. (h/t to OutsideOnline.com) CRKT No Time Off Knife – This handy knife from CRKT features a razor-sharp […]

05/02/2017 / By JD Heyes

Be a better prepper: Simplify your life by getting rid of stuff you don’t want or need

If or when the time ever comes when you’ll have to leave your home behind in the wake of a violent mob after a massive societal breakdown, invariably there will be things that you will want to take with you, but won’t be able to. They may be heirlooms, items of convenience, things of value […]

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