Build a Self Feeding Fire An interesting way to build a fire that could last all night literally! The video below demonstrates hedgehogleatherworks.com‘s technique for building a fire that will burn continuously and does not require maintenance. This could provide you with heat all night without constant tending. In the video he uses small pieces of wood for …
Smoked Jerky Marinade Jerking meat is one way to preserve it long term. Not only does it provide a ton of protein when needed but it tastes great and is easy to carry. After seasoning and drying, seal it up in an airtight container and it weighs only ounces more than the container itself. Makes it …
Discouraged by Prepping Budget? Every new prepper knows this feeling, how do you make it through today with the economy like it is and still prepare for tomorrow? Besides keeping your preps small and multi-functional the article below gives other tips for keeping on track without breaking the bank. I personally always recommend you …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. Common BOB Mistakes We have all read articles about how much our BOB should weigh, how we should test the bag itself by carrying it along the path we will most likely travel in an emergency situation, etc… but this actually gives a little more information about what should be …
Children’s Bug Out Wagon (Last Ditch Concept) Planning a safe bug out for a single adult or a couple is hard enough but when you throw children into the mix it becomes an even bigger challenge. You would already be carrying your own bug out bag, your children’s needs that are too heavy for them …
4 Wild Teas Preppers Should Know These wild teas are a fantastic source of nutrients and can really help keep morale up if you find yourself stuck in the wilderness especially in the cooler nights. If you’re not sure about all this plant eating and foraging, don’t let a few bad plants scare you away …
The Best DIY Survival Traps If you are in a survival situation and you need to hunt for food, learning these 15 survival traps will definitely benefit you. A little cordage or rope, some sticks, some very basic tools, and for some a couple of rocks and you can build basic traps for catching your next meal …
DIY Inexpensive Acrylic Fire Piston Make this fire piston for about dollar a bit more if you have to buy the plastic but still very cheap to make. This piston is made our of acrylic and works every time, the bonus about this type of fire starter is you can see the ignition… very cool. A fire …
Preparing a Gunshot Survival Kit To most of us suffering a gunshot post-SHTF is a terrifying possibility. Being shot at any time is not on the top of anyone’s to do list! But when medical care is not readily available it is even more frightening. Nothing can substitute having the real life saving skills …
Bugging Out with Pets For most of us who are animal lovers and have pets, they are members of the family. I wouldn’t even want to consider leaving them behind. So I have prepared for them right along with all the other members of the group! I actually doubt my cat would be as complacent …
