Using a Bow Drill To Start A Fire Is An Essential Survival Skill Look, I’m not going to sugar coat it. If you don’t know how to start a fire using basic, primitive tools, then you really don’t know enough about survival. It’s tough to hear but it’s true. We’re creatures of convenience, and while… Read More

When it comes to home supplies that double as great survival tools the 5-gallon bucket is one of the best alternatives around…which is why I’m writing on the ways to Use 5-Gallon Buckets For Survival.   These simple and affordable buckets are seemingly a dime a dozen. And while many of us use them in or… Read More

Wacky (and Effective) Ways to Generate Free Energy I’m always on the lookout for ways to generate free energy. The simple truth is millions of Americans spend way too much money on power and if they knew how many different alternative and free energy solutions were out there they’d be shocked. Not just because these… Read More

Besides Tasting Great There Are Some Weird Uses For Coke… Coca-Cola is one of the most popular beverages not just in America, but actually in the entire world. It’s so popular that after the second World War a highly decorated Russian officer actually had them make it clear so he could enjoy it without people… Read More

You’re Going to Love These Survival Uses For Old Tires… Every single years millions of Americans buy new tires for their cars and trucks (along with other modes of transportation). As people upgrade to their new tires they’re left to dispose of their old tires…which isn’t always the best use for them. So, any idea what… Read More

Tree Sap Is Incredibly Useful In Survival Situations If you were to ask people who live off the land their entire lives what one of the best items to use in their environment is they’re going to instantly point to trees. It’s an obvious conclusion to come to. Trees are capable of providing so many amazing… Read More

Here’s What You Need To Know On How to Choose a Survival Knife Picking the right knife for a survival situation isn’t as simple as going down to the nearest hunting shop and asking the guy behind the counter what he’d recommend. If only it were. There’s a lot more to it than that which is why… Read More

Basil Is One Of Nature’s Most Potent Plants When you think about it for a second, it’s amazing to see just how useful plants you can grow inside and outside of your home are for survival purposes. I’ve written about mint, aloe vera, moss and more, but I’m really excited to tell you about basil’s… Read More

Homesteading is best described as a lifestyle of self-sufficiency. This lifestyle has continued to gain popularity due to an increase in the survivalist movement, as well as greater exposure through television and media coverage. While “living off the grid” might be appealing to some, the life of a homesteader is not easy and not for… Read More

Chances are you have a pantry or closet stocked with health and medical items like Band-Aids, vitamins, cold medicine and other miscellaneous supplies, but are you stocked up on good old home remedies? Having these items on-hand is beneficial when you need them, but what if you were unable to replenish your supply due to… Read More