A recent trip to the dollar store got me to thinking about what kind of supplies I could find there. Many of the things in a dollar store are almost useless one-time use junk, but there are gems hidden among the dross, if you look close enough. Lighting   The first aisle I pushed… Read More

All You Need to Know about Paracord   Ever wanted to know what amazing things you can do with Paracord? Well wonder no longer. Featured below is a video showing you the basics of this amazing survival tool. It’ll show you how to treat it, release the inner strands, and more. And then below that we’ve… Read More

  Most Americans don’t realize how much we depend on electricity until the supply is cut off. During the winter no electricity usually means no heat. I get to go through this every few years as ice storms move through the area. Kerosene Space Heater When we first moved into our old drafty farmhouse, we… Read More

In a SHTF situation, standard money might suddenly become worthless. When that happens, bartering takes over as a means of commerce.   PM’s   Precious Metals (PM’s), especially in the form of pre-1965 US silver and gold coins, have a standard value that usually can be agreed upon even when there is no official banking… Read More

Normal everyday things you may already have in your home can be used to help keep you alive in an emergency. Sometimes all it takes is a little nudge to help you look at things in a new way. Here are 5 great survival uses for everyday items that could save your tail during a… Read More

Someday you may find yourself having to spend some time away from civilization without the luxury of having planned for it. If this is the case, you may wind up without any basic tools.You can supply your own primitive survival tools with just a little research and know how. Cordage There are several ways for you… Read More

With a number of areas across the country being plagued by tornadoes recently, there has been a renewed interest in tornado preparedness tips. Here are some things you can do to increase your odds of surviving one of these storms.     Plan A Tornado Escape Route Tornadoes tend to strike without warning, which is why… Read More

If you find yourself in an outdoor survival emergency situation, it’s essential you find food and nourishment.  If you’re lucky, plants will surround you – but which ones are edible? And how can you tell if they’re safe for you to eat? Is It Safe to Eat? In the great outdoors, you may not know… Read More

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Collecting the right survival resources is going to be the most important aspect of preparing for your family’s safety when a real catastrophe occurs. It could be a natural disaster, such as an earthquake or flood, or something direr like the zombie apocalypse, but no matter what, these items will be crucial to your safety…. Read More