Category: Survival

Post SHTF Dentistry

Post SHTF Dentistry Needles and dentists are two things that frighten me. Dentists with needles are among the most scary people on the planet in my opinion! If you have ever had a bad dentist or a bad tooth without easy access to a dentist I know you understand. After a SHTF event that scenario could become true for …

Continue reading

Your Feet – The Foundation of Survival

Your Feet – The Foundation of Survival Like any good structure a sturdy strong foundation is imperative. Your body is such a structure. In any survival situation caring for your feet is a major factor to making it through the disaster. Whether it is be because you are walking long distances, the terrain is difficult or …

Continue reading

KLAX Multi tool – Your Stick Becomes an Axe

KLAX Multi tool – Your Stick Becomes an Axe Prepper’s, hikers, hunters, and campers are always looking for multi purpose tools that are light weight and easy to use. This particular multi tool turns your larger stick or old hammer handle into an axe, a hammer head, a hex wrench set, a quarter-inch bit drive socket, a …

Continue reading

DIY Survival Crossbow

DIY Survival Crossbow Not everyone owns a gun. Not every country even allows private citizens to own guns. But everyone will need to eat even after a total SHTF event. Hunting with a bow has several advantages in a crisis situation. It’s quieter, the ammunition is easier to make yourself and may even end up …

Continue reading

Downloadable Customizable Food Storage Spreadsheet

Downloadable Customizable Food Storage Spreadsheet Even non-prepping folks make a grocery list. Just think of this as the grand-daddy of all grocery lists! When I first began food storage I didn’t even realize I was “prepping”. I was attempting to  be frugal. I bought when on sale and in bulk then broke it down in more …

Continue reading

Converting a flashlight into a Spotlight

Converting a flashlight into a Spotlight   Turn your flashlight into a spotlight allowing you to light up long range areas. It’s a quick and easy project that can assist your post SHTF security efforts greatly. One of everyone’s biggest fears is sitting in the dark unable to see what is out there! It’s the stuff that …

Continue reading

How to Can Poultry & Rabbit

Some posts may contain affiliate links. How to Can Poultry & Rabbit Home canned goods are the heart of a prepper or homesteader’s pantry. Canning is one of the most common methods of food storage on your way to becoming self sufficient. Protein is a much worried about and talked about prep to obtain and …

Continue reading

Defensive Tactics During SHTF Under Fire

Defensive Tactics During SHTF Under Fire Soldiers, journalists, law enforcement, and first responders all deal with the idea that they will be required to continue working possibly while under fire. This is an area they are well trained in and we should be too! If and when the SHTF we will be under combat conditions …

Continue reading

Survival Gear – The Serape or Woobie

Survival Gear – The Serape or Woobie When I hear some one speak of a serape the first thing I think of is the brightly colored Mexican blanket type old fashion outerwear. Although the combination of blanket and jacket is immediately recognized as a good idea for survival wear. Using your blanket as a jacket …

Continue reading

Id & Treat Heat Exhaustion or Stroke

Id & Treat Heat Exhaustion or Stroke Hiking, camping, bugging out, doing lawn work, gardening, or just enjoying a day out in the warm weather all put you at risk for developing heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Many people believe that if you stay in the shade, you have adequately protected yourself from these heat related illnesses. …

Continue reading