foraging
02/13/2020
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By Darnel Fernandez
Berry foraging: How to identify and harvest 8 wild berries
Proper preparation can go a long way in increasing your chances of survival when facing an emergency situation. However, no matter how much food you stockpile and defenses you set up, you might be forced to bug out to a much safer location, even if it means taking a detour through the wilderness. In these […]
02/13/2020
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By Zoey Sky
Give your survival skill repertoire a boost with these learning strategies
Preppers need various tools and supplies, but you must keep in mind that when SHTF, the best “tools” to have are your survival skills. (h/t to BackdoorSurvival.com) You don’t always need to spend money to learn more skills. If you prefer to learn on your own or through other means, check out the learning strategies detailed below: […]
12/04/2019
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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 […]
11/16/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Prickly but valuable: How to use thistles as food, herbal medicine and cordage when SHTF
Weeds like bull thistle aren’t usually welcome in home gardens. But while most gardeners consider bull thistle as invasive plants, you can use certain types of thistle as a food source, an herbal remedy, and emergency cordage. (h/t to PreppersWill.com) What is bull thistle? Bull thistle (Cirsium horridulum), also called bristly thistle, is an herb with distinctive […]
11/13/2019
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By Zoey Sky
How to survive in the wild without your bug-out bag
Being a prepper means getting ready before SHTF. If things go from bad to worse and you lose your fully-equipped bug-out bag (BOB), you can get through a disaster using your survival skills. (h/t to UrbanSurvivalSite.com) Strengthen your will to survive It’s important to have survival skills, but when disaster strikes, your determination can also help you […]
10/29/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Practical tips for preppers on a tight budget
One common deterrent to prepping is the belief that it requires a lot of money. While a high income is an advantage to all preppers, you can start prepping even on a tight budget. (h/t to ModernSurvivalBlog.com) Before deciding to purchase anything, ask yourself first, “do I need it?” or “do I want it?” It’s important […]
10/17/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Foraging safety tips: How to identify common poisonous plants and mushrooms
Preppers and survivalists who plan to forage in the wilderness will not only need to look for edible plants and mushrooms, they also need to recognize poisonous counterparts. Poison ivy is one of the most common poisonous plants that may end up in the backyard. Fortunately, people may develop a resistance to the vine by […]
09/25/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Here’s a handy guide to safely foraging for wild edibles
A good guideline when foraging is to never eat anything that you don’t fully recognize: Many plants in the wild that may look edible but are actually poisonous. There are also some telltale signs to help you identify which plants are not safe to eat. (h/t to Survivopedia.com) One of the most common signs of a poisonous […]
07/30/2019
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By Melissa Smith
5 Skills you just can’t live without when you bug out
Survival skills are techniques to ensure that your personal safety and basic needs such as food, water, and shelter, are met. They are not commonly taught but can save your life during disasters. Here are five skills that every prepper must possess, especially when bugging out. (h/t to ApartmentPrepper.com) Getting clean water When bugging out, you […]
07/09/2019
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By Melissa Smith
Wild edible roots: What you need to know about this survival food source
The wilderness is not as barren as you might think – you can find food such as edible roots, tubers, rhizomes, and bulbs if you’re out in the wild. Listed below are seven wild edible roots to add to your roster of foods that you can forage in the wilderness. These wild edible roots are […]
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