Survival Caching Strategies Many folks strongly believe in survival caching. It is a well used strategy from many warfare scenarios the Vietcong became experts not just with caches but with tunnels. I knew a gentleman in Germany who spoke of having caches hidden all across his land to avoid confiscation by the Nazis. There are methods …
Why Talk to Your Neighbors About Prepping? Most of us shake our heads when something as simple as a snow storm or wind storm knocks out power for even just a day and there are people who don’t know how to handle it. When it becomes several days they often need help. No one wants …
50+ Outdoor Tips, Tricks and Techniques The reliance on technology today, has left many who travel out into the wilderness for hiking and camping expeditions vulnerable if they lose their equipment. This dependency has led to a number of injuries and even some deaths. Developing survival skills and learning the techniques that will assist you in avoiding the dangers …
The Complete Compost Guide New to gardening or not we can always learn more! Compost is a terrific way to recycle and reuse some household waste and be kind to the earth at the same time. The earth then repays us for this kindness by increasing our garden output! A win win scenario. Robinson Loves …
Purchasing Good Used Survival Items When I was a kid purchasing second hand was something you didn’t brag about. Now the trend is reversed. It is not only smart but trendy to purchase used items. Not only good for the budget but the planet. That is of course if it is an item that you …
Safety Guidelines for Canning Canning food supplies is one of the things that are done by frugal preppers, homesteaders, and rural homemakers across the world. Doing so safely is at the top of everyone who does so as well as important to those that will dine on these home canned delights. I would always recommend …
Becoming a Good Survival Group Leader Every group needs a leader. If not even the simplest of tasks can become chaotic. In a survival scenario a good leader can make the difference between life and death literally. There may also be conflict between group members as to who should be the leader and what makes …
Using an AED and Giving CPR This is subject matter literally near and dear to my heart. I am a heart attack survivor. My odds of surviving my particular situation more than 5 days were only 5% and after that surviving 2 years only 15%. I am pushing my third year of survival. I tell …
Cheap Guns vs. Budget Guns Many folks are buying guns for the first time. We live in a more violent time than in years past. Home invasions are up, along with other crimes against people. People are preparing more than ever as well. In some countries like the United States this includes the purchase of …
Uses for your socks in an emergency Some of the simplest things that we take for granted can become just what we need in an emergency. The more common thought process goes to belts, paracord bracelets and even our shirts. But have you ever considered what your socks could do for you in a crisis? …
