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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 […]

06/25/2018 / By Zoey Sky

The importance of stockpiling medical supplies for SHTF situations

When it comes to prepping, an ounce of prevention is always better than a pound of cure. If you’ve got your supplies and gear ready, you just need to take care of your medical supply stockpile. Even if SHTF, with a well-prepared first aid kit you can address most medical concerns. (h/t to SurvivalBlog.com) During […]

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 […]

06/08/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Flood solution tips: How to make your home more resistant

Floods are often caused by various factors such as heavy rain, hurricanes, or heavy snowfall that rapidly melts. Because of these factors, preppers know that it’s important to can make your home more flood resistant. (h/t to PrepperBits.com) Start planning your flood preparations immediately because you don’t know when disaster will strike. Protecting your property from […]

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, […]

02/01/2018 / By Zoey Sky

If you had to, could you make your own shoes and clothes? Tips for rediscovering those skills

Aside from foraging and food preservation, knowing how to make your own clothes and shoes is an important skill if you want to be ready when SHTF. You can’t always assume that you’re going to have access to new clothes during a disaster so brushing up on your hand sewing skills is something you should consider. (h/t […]

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