Does Bugging Out = Becoming a Refugee There are folks that feel bugging out is the only option. I think truthfully many more plan to bug in than vocalize their intentions. Those that have a plan A to bug out are more quiet about their bug out location then they are about their plan to bug out. Preppers whose first …
Hand Tools in a Power Down Crisis In most emergency situations the first thing down is the power grid. Unfortunately those types of emergencies are often caused by natural disasters which can also damage your home and property.If gas is available to run a generator, yes your power tools will come in real handy. However, …
What You Need to Know about Ebola Just the word Ebola strikes fear. A deadly communicable illness with no cure, of course the public is afraid. The more I read about the virus itself the more terrifying it is, the pictures of those infected are horrific. However, the more I read about how it is spread …
Why Networking is Worth It for Preppers The lone wolf concept is overly romanticized. The lone bearded gruff but lovable bushman making his way alone in the world on his wits and skills. We see him in dozens of movies but only in the movies! Why? Because in real life he didn’t survive! Preppers need networking and here …
Morale Boosting Strategies in a Crisis In every BOB, 72 hour kit, vehicle kit and every other emergency kit for my group and family we have packed some simple comfort item. My item of choice has been a deck of cards and family photos for every bag I assist in packing. Considered non survival items …
Weekend Projects For Preppers Buzz Feed provides us with 11 weekend projects recommended by the Mountain Man. Some of these projects are ones that can be done at home, but most require you get out of the chair and get out there and try them! I grew up in Minnesota and I have to admit that …
10 Tips to Stop Wasting Water Water is the most precious resource to life on earth. Everything that lives or grows requires some sort of water. It is one of the first utilities that are knocked out during a disaster and the one that we most prep for knowing that without it we die. We …
Are You a Prepper? We have described prepping as having quality of life insurance. Our purpose being to insure that we, our families, our groups, and our communities not only survive a disaster whether it be man made or natural. Are we what is traditionally considered a prepper? To learn what can define you as …
DIY Potato Vodka and Survival uses for Alcohol Whether you enjoy an occasional cocktail or not, learning how to make your own vodka or other spirits can be a handy survival skill. After the dust settles in a SHTF scenario it becomes an awesome barter item. Not just for those that want to drink it …
Creative Survival – 37 Survival Hacks All humans and even the ultra-responsible prepper want the magic tool, gizmo or key piece of information that will ensure that they and those they care about will survive any SHTF event that could possibly befall them. However, Murphy’s law doesn’t stop applying because the world as we know it has …
