Choosing the best optic for survival can be just as tricky as picking the best gun. Many survivalists spend all their time picking out a gun, but never get a scope to go with it. Maybe they think optics are too expensive, too much of a hassle, or maybe they just think they’re enough of… Read More

What would you do if someone in your group needed surgery? If you think performing surgery on your own during a crisis is an option, think again. Surgery is risky enough during normal conditions, but lack of training and suitable supplies make surgery an even worse option during a survival scenario. If you attempt to… Read More

Sometimes preppers put too much emphasis on guns when oftentimes Mace is the better choice for self-defense. Mace, the biggest brand name of pepper spray, can be just as effective as a gun and poses much less risk for the user, making it a great item to have as an everyday carry. Don’t believe me?… Read More

Many people are overwhelmed by the different ammunition types, especially when trying to pick the best types of ammunition for survival situations. There’s a lot for survivalists to consider, such as: price, availability, purpose, and stopping power. We’ll base the top five types of ammo on these factors. Stopping power is important for defending against… Read More

Violent crime in America is on the rise and that’s why I’m giving you some simple self defense tips for seniors. Seniors are less likely to be able to defend themselves against attackers since they aren’t able to perform physically like they could in their youth. This fact encourages criminals to target seniors who they… Read More

Is your home susceptible to cyber terrorists? There’s a chance it is due to the increased availability of “smart” household technology i.e. everyday items that are always connected to the internet. These new advancements have the potential to improve the quality of life for all humanity. But the sad thing is that criminals are working around… Read More

A healthy mental state is a vital component to surviving when SHTF, which is why it’s important for preppers to learn how to manage and reduce stress. Most people admit to feeling stressed due to their jobs and family life, and you can only imagine how much worse that will get during a crisis situation… Read More

Having a knife on hand is an absolute must during a survival situation. A good survival knife can help you catch food, build shelter, and defend yourself from attacks. Unfortunately, this use will cause the knife to go dull, which means you’ll also need a way to sharpen it. How to Sharpen Your Knife in… Read More

Many survivalists already know how important it is to collect ammunition before an emergency, but what about proper long-term ammo storage? Like with food, poor storage can damage your ammunition to the point of making it useless or even dangerous to use. This limits your supply of ammunition for self-defense, and cuts down on ammo… Read More

Even though the topic is frequently discussed in the prepping community, it seems like many people have the wrong idea about bugging out. It’s one thing to work on being prepared for when SHTF, but it’s another story when people start daydreaming about living out their idealized bug out plans. To me, prepping has always… Read More