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06/28/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Stay warm outdoors all night: Useful tips for building a self-feeding camp fire

Every survivalist worth their salt will tell you that knowing how to build a proper camp fire is an important skill to learn. It can keep you warm in cold weather, protect you from wild animals, and you can use it to cook. But did you know that there is a way to build a […]

06/23/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Avoid these 5 deadly mistakes that even experienced preppers make

When it comes to prepping, it’s important to strike a balance between being disciplined enough to create a plan and being able to improvise when the situation calls for it. However, throughout the years some survivalists have lost sight of what prepping truly means. Instead of welcoming beginners, some experienced preppers tend to judge them […]

06/20/2018 / By Edsel Cook

How to properly sight in a rifle scope

Mounting optics on your rifle will let you get the most bang for your buck. In an article from The Prepper Journal, a properly installed and sighted rifle scope is an immense boon to your marksmanship. The typical shoulder gun has two ways of mounting a scope: Drilled and tapped holes, or a rail interface […]

06/18/2018 / By Edsel Cook

A short list on primitive survival tools to use when SHTF

Primitive humans were adept at turning naturally available materials into useful tools. An article in Survivor Sullivan covers a list of simple survival equipment that could prove their worth in a SHTF scenario. A primitive toolset starts off with the basics. These literal sticks and stones will help build better implements. Small pebbles are used […]

06/09/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Twenty ways a survivalist uses soap

Preppers know that multi-purpose gear and supplies are the best things to include in bug-out bags. Soap, which can be used in a myriad ways aside from cleaning yourself, is a staple. Here’s a list of twenty surprising uses for soap: (h/t to ModernSurvivalBlog.com) Bug bite relief – Rub insect bites with a damp bar of soap […]

06/08/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Getting more out of your grocery dollars: 10 ways to recycle leftovers and scraps

Once you’re done making dinner or if it’s time to clear out the fridge, don’t throw away those food scraps and leftovers just yet! You can still use overripe fruits and wilted vegetables for these kitchen hacks. Even onion peels and celery stalks can still be used in some of the tips below. Stop throwing away money […]

06/07/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Packing Fido’s bug out bag: Items to consider including

If you’ve already prepared your bug-out bag (BOB), you have time to get one ready for your dog when SHTF. Aside from keeping us safe during disasters, we can also count on our pets as moral support. If you own a large dog, they can carry their own BOB. But if they’re smaller than average, […]

04/02/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Tips and tricks for using paracord as a versatile survival tool

Preppers know how useful paracord can be, and some people even take the time to make paracord bracelets, so they always have some within reach no matter where they’re hiking or camping. Paracord is a popular prepper tool because while it can be used as either string or rope, it’s more compact and tougher. (h/t to BeansBulletsBandagesAndYou.com) […]

02/01/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Headlamps vs. flashlights: The pros and cons of each

If you frequently camp or hike at all times of day, chances are you’ve had to traverse trails when it’s already dark outside. Do you use a flashlight? What about a headlamp? Read the rest of this article if you can’t decide between the two. (h/t to GearJunkie.com.) Most of us are used to flashlights, […]

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