A bug out bag is supposed to help you survive, but if you don’t plan properly, it can actually sabotage you. With bug out bags, there’s a distinct possibility that you can be over-prepared. The result is a bag brimming with survival gear that’s impossible to carry. This problem is especially true for seniors since… Read More

A good survival knife is one of the best tools to have on hand during an emergency. Too many people think that someone who chooses to carry a knife outside of the kitchen must be some kind of maniac. They assume that knives must be used as weapons simply because they can be used as… Read More

The Marine skivvy roll pack is the perfect way to travel efficiently while making sure you have all your essential clothing items. If you’re unfamiliar with the term, the skivvy roll is a method for packing a shirt, underwear, and a pair of socks into a compact, pill-shaped bundle. Finding ways to use space efficiently… Read More

In the early 1330s, a deadly disease began to spread in Asia.  The sickness killed people with such terrifying speed that one observer wrote it was as if victims “…ate lunch with their friends and dinner with their ancestors in paradise.” Even more frightening was how rapidly the disease seemed to jump from one person… 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

Bungee cords have been around for a long time. Back during World War I, uses for bungee cords included adding extra suspension to aircraft and helping paratroopers land safely. Today, most people keep a few bungee cords in their garage to help secure items to their car. It’s possible you may have some in your… Read More

Alright…I’m going to talk about something today that doesn’t get addressed too often by the prepping community…and that’s prepping tips for ladies. We don’t talk about this that often – but the fact is, once SHTF, about half of the population that gets affected is going to be women. And women have certain specific needs… Read More

To tell you the truth, most preppers haven’t thought of making a bedroom survival kit…which means they’re putting themselves at a huge disadvantage once SHTF. Think about it – we spend about a third of our lives sleeping, and/or in our bedroom. So odds are you’ll be in this room when an emergency happens. And not just… Read More

I think it’s fair to say most all of us know the basic uses for mouthwash…I mean, swishing and spitting is pretty easy for healthy teeth and gums, right? Well, I’ll tell you what…mouthwash isn’t just for rinsing out your mouth anymore. In fact, there’s a ton of different ways this miracle liquid will help you… Read More

Most of us are aware of the typical uses for bleach, but many preppers haven’t thought to pack bleach into their bug out bags once SHTF. However, once I introduce you to some of the amazing things bleach can do in a survival situation, I’m betting you’ll want to add a jug of bleach to your… Read More