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03/06/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Why you should prepare immediately rather than “when SHTF”

Being unprepared can get you in big trouble (or worse) when SHTF. Preppers know this, which is why they set up their preps ahead of time, not after receiving warnings about a disaster that’s about to hit their area. (h/t to TheModernSurvivalist.com) Don’t get used to waiting for an official announcement that a disaster will strike […]

12/10/2019 / By Janine Acero

No man is an island: The benefits of helping your community learn how to prep before SHTF

The usual misconception about “prepping” is that it’s the practice of preparing for a “zombie apocalypse” or other outlandish disaster. If you’re an avid prepper, you may have, on some occasions, received a certain look from your neighbors when you try to convince them of the importance of preparing for threats that could befall the community. But at its […]

12/09/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Prepping tools and weapons: 5 Common knife myths DEBUNKED

When SHTF and ammo is scarce, having a sharp knife may help save your life. However, it’s important to learn how to use bladed weapons well to avoid accidents and injuring yourself. You can do so by learning about these five knife myths. (h/t to EverydayCarryGear.com) Steel knives are the best tactical knives The “best” knife […]

11/14/2019 / By Grace Olson

Prepper projects: How to set up an underground bunker

When a disaster strikes, a bunker will come in handy. These shelters are key to your survival during an emergency. There are available bunkers on the market, but most preppers prefer to build their own. With proper planning and enough preparations, you and your family will be safe and secure in any type of scenario. […]

10/31/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Last prepper standing: How to turn your basement into a survival bunker

America has recently seen a decline in basement popularity, with only 28 percent of new homes being built with a basement. This is in contrast to the 56 percent constructed on slab foundations. With the growing number of threats, it isn’t enough to just store all the essentials in the basement and hope for the […]

10/23/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Be your own Mr. Wick: Identifying and effectively using 10 makeshift weapons

Many preppers go out of their way to figure out what weapon they should carry in case SHTF. More often than not, the best deterrent is a trusty gun. But if you don’t own a gun or can’t get to it in time, you may find yourself in a pickle. This is where improvised weaponry […]

10/20/2019 / By Zoey Sky

The prepper’s guide to surviving a power outage

Preppers habitually get their gear ready for common SHTF scenarios like power outages. Blackouts can occur at any time due to issues at a power station or natural causes like winds from a storm that’s strong enough to bring down power lines. Whatever the cause is, you must take measures to ensure that your family stays safe […]

10/15/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Could you survive a bear attack?

Bear attacks are not exactly a common occurrence in the wild. In fact, bears have little desire to interact with humans. They mostly try to avoid people if possible. Still, bear attacks do happen. As humans continue to encroach on bears’ natural habitats, chances for bear encounters increase dramatically. If you find yourself within the range of a […]

10/13/2019 / By Darnel Fernandez

Surviving in a post-EMP world

Decades of innovation and technological advancement have led to a society that relies heavily on electronic gadgets. These electronics play a role in almost every aspect of human life and are vital to the survival of some individuals. Now, imagine all of that technology disappearing in the blink of an eye. That is what would happen if an […]

10/10/2019 / By Zoey Sky

If you want to survive when SHTF, avoid these 10 common mistakes

It’s easy to get your preps ready and talk about emergency preparedness, but when S actually hits the F, can you keep your cool long enough to protect your family from whatever kind of danger comes your way, or are you prone to making these common mistakes? (h/t to SurvivalSullivan.com) Panicking In an emergency, the last […]

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