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12/13/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

How to use spider webs for survival

There is an innately beautiful and mysterious allure to spider webs. From Shakespeare weaving dreams using the substance in A Midsummer Night’s Dream to Stan Lee allowing Peter Parker to use it as a superpower, there is no doubt that Nature has designed a wonderful material that serves many purposes. Indeed, modern science is now […]

11/28/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

6 repurposing ideas for your old lawn mower

Just because your old lawnmower no longer works doesn’t mean it has to go to the trash. With a little creativity, you can repurpose your old lawnmower and extend its service. (h/t: HomesteadSurvivalSite.com.) Cordage A typical lawnmower has about 7 feet of starter cord that makes for a highly durable rope. Here are some ways […]

11/27/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Tips for self-sufficient living on a small homestead

In homesteading, most preppers place an emphasis on being ready to bug in, in case of a natural disaster. While this is well and good, self-reliance should be just as much of a goal as prepping for the worst, even if what you have is a fairly small homestead. The goal is to be as […]

11/15/2018 / By Jayson Veley

How to know when an EMP blast occurs, and how to survive in the dark world that follows

When you stop and think about it, nearly everything that we do on any given day requires electricity. We use it to cook our food. We use it to operate our automobiles and get from point A to point B. We use it for entertainment purposes, such as watching television or playing video games. Even […]

11/07/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Prepper survival: A guide to preventing and treating snake bites

According to the CDC, around 7,000 to 8,000 people get bitten by a venomous snake in America each year. Of these, only five will die. Now, that number may seem very small to you but experts all agree that this figure would be much higher if these people did not seek immediate medical care. But […]

10/16/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Common survival myths that could literally get you killed

Time for a healthy serving of the truth: Many of the survival tips you know are completely inaccurate. Unfortunately, these aren’t your standard myths that are fun to debunk; misconceptions about survival could literally get you killed. We’ve listed some of the most dangerous common survival myths below. (h/t to BackdoorSurvival.com) If birds and animals […]

09/14/2018 / By Amy Goodrich

Limited space? Here are five dual purpose livestock for your farm

We live in unstable and toxic times where nutrient-rich, non-GMO, and chemical-free foods are becoming scarce. This is why so many people have decided to step away from the globalized, industrialized agricultural system. Concerned about their family’s health and the impact modern farming methods are having on the environment, a growing number of people are […]

08/31/2018 / By Jayson Veley

Out of ammo? Make your own weapons out of what’s handy

If you’re serious about prepping, then you know how important it is to have not only an arsenal of firearms, but also extra ammunition to go along with them. But in the event of a national emergency where people are forced to fend for themselves, chances are your ammo will run out fairly quickly, especially […]

07/11/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Learn these rules before you begin to forage

Wildcrafting is an important – and fun – skill to have, one that could help you survive when the situation calls for it. It builds character and can help you become less dependent on corporate entities for your food and medicine. It can, however, have its share of risks and frustrating moments if you don’t […]

06/06/2018 / By Jayson Veley

Considerations for setting up your bug out camp

As any serious prepper will tell you, choosing a bugout location isn’t as easy as some might think. Indeed, there are a number of different factors that must be taken into account, especially considering the fact that in a real-life survival situation, there are a million possible scenarios that could play out. Last month, Backdoor […]

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