Bugging In – Got a Plan? Not everyone plans to bug out! Many plan on bugging in. Some are physically unable, some have no where in particular to go and some will stay and defend their homes. I believe that unless it is something I can out run… I am better off here where …
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 …
3 Types of Bags to Consider- infograph There are a number of different terms to describe BOBs (bug out bags) and that is because they are intended for different types of emergency scenarios. One is considered an EDC (everyday carry) These items are usually small enough and basic enough to carry in your pockets …
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BOB Ideas You May Not Have Thought Of Think you thought of everything for your bug out bag? For sure the featured article will give you at least one BOB idea that you hadn’t thought of! This post goes the extra step and is focused on trying to give you some ideas of things you could use in your bug …
Field Dress a Squirrel As noted in the featured article, most of us reading this are not going hungry and obtaining enough to eat is not an issue at this time. However, during and after a SHTF event that may no longer be the case. Running to the local market or fast food joint will …
Prepping Your Shelter For Chemicals or Radiation This is very important information if you are bugging in or there is a flash attack. This could save you and your family’s life. Radiation and chemicals are killers immediately and over the longer term. Until you can evacuate safely you will need to shelter in place. Pre-cut plastic to …
Map Reading Skills In the world of GPS maps have almost become obsolete. Land navigation is are extremely important skills that can be applied to many survival situations. We aren’t likely to be in a GPS situation after a SHTF scenario. Roads will be blocked or destroyed. Street signs gone or damaged and many of us …
10 Herbs that heal All pharmaceuticals began as a natural supplement that has had it’s healing properties separated and condensed to its most potent form then mixed with additives to create the pill, capsule, or liquid medication you take today. If there is a long term crisis it may be some time before medical care is once …
Plan Your BOB A Free Customizing Tool We try to think of every scenario and preplan for every situation, but is that practical? When packing your BOB you must be ready for several different situations. But can you carry the weight of those items? Would you be better served with a few key items? Perhaps …
