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PINned Hopes on a Hoax
PINned Hopes on a Hoax All most everyone has had this FYI come through their news feed on FaceBook at one time or another. It sounds like an awesome idea right? It’s NOT such an awesome idea because it is a HOAX! Using this method thinking you have backup on the way could lead people to …
The “Coolest” Cooler
The “Coolest” Cooler This cooler literally does just about everything you need for a party or camping trip except light the fire and invite the guests! I first saw it on a product launch site and I have no doubts that it is going to be a hit with the camping, bug out, barbequing crowds. You …
A DIY Fire Bow Kit On Training Wheels
A DIY Fire Bow Kit On Training Wheels Like the author of the featured article, I have never been successful in starting a fire with a bow kit! My arms give out long before a flame appears. I have a number of other fire starting methods in my bag for just this reason. However, if I …
9 Survival Items For Under $9 (With inflation..about $12)
9 Survival Items For Under $9 (With inflation..about $12) Finances are an issue for just about everyone of us world wide. When you first begin preparing you see all these wonderful gadgets that can do just about everything short of actually ducking and covering on your behalf! But they are expensive. Your emergency kit does …
DIY Survival 101: 15 Clever Kits, Tricks & Hacks
DIY Survival 101: 15 Clever Kits, Tricks & Hacks An emergency kit isn’t always for a major disaster. I recommend an accident bag be in every vehicle because the unexpected can happen at any time to anyone. No one is immune to the possibility. You could get lost on a hike, be caught in a …
Sunflowers to the Rescue! Phytoremediation
Sunflowers to the Rescue! Phytoremediation The sunflower is one of many plants that are now known to aid in phytoremediation, Phytoremediation is a natural process where plants literally clean the air, water, and soil around them. When you compare the process of planting sunflowers vs soil excavation and pumping away polluted ground water it is an …
DIY Camouflage Ghillie Suit
DIY Camouflage Ghillie Suit Wearing clothing that blends into your environment works well for basic camouflage. But it doesn’t change the appearance of your shadow or basic body outline and works only if you limit your movement to stay near what you are trying to blend into. A ghillie suit provides three dimensional camouflage that …
Drones During a SHTF Situation
Drones During a SHTF Situation If your preparations are for a warring type disaster than this will be something of interest to you. It can go where you physically can not or should not for your personal safety. Drones can be used as a tactical tool. But in the more likely scenario of a natural …
Dry Herbs Without A Dehydrator
Dry Herbs Without A Dehydrator Dry your own herbs more frugally without a dehydrator. If you should choose to be off grid or have to be off gird in a SHTF scenario you may need to do your own preserving of herbs for flavor and a healthy immune system. Any herb with a stem can …