Tag Archives: prepper hacks
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Using Dead Fish as Survival Tools?
When you hear the term “dead fish,” the next image that comes to mind is probably a trashcan. Maybe you think about food first, but it’s unlikely that anyone considers a smelly fish carcass to be a good survival tool. Well, my goal is to change all that. Believe me, I’d rather not have to… Read More
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5 Cool Uses for Your Survival Knife
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
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9 Incredible Survival Uses For Epsom Salt
It’s likely that your survival supplies include some type of salt (table salt, kosher salt, sea salt, etc.), but what about Epsom salt? Epsom salt is chemically different than other salts and generally shouldn’t be digested, but it does have a number of incredible survival uses that should earn it a spot in your survival… Read More
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How To Make Penicillin and Other Natural Antibiotics
Many preppers know about fish antibiotics, but there are plenty of natural antibiotics you can make or grow yourself. And yes, it’s true that your doctor can (and will) prescribe antibiotics if you ever get an infection, but there are two problems with relying on drug-based antibiotics. Number one, they’ll be hard to come by… Read More
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Why the Marine Skivvy Roll Is the Ultimate Survival Hack
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
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How Preppers Can Harvest Rainwater for Survival
If SHTF and your water supply runs dry, knowing how to harvest rainwater can be an invaluable skill. According to the EPA, the average US citizen uses almost 100 gallons of water per day. Even in a survival situation, each person in your household would still need about 2-4 gallons a day for drinking and… Read More
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Prepper OPSEC Tactics for When SHTF
Special OPerations SECurity (OPSEC) is a highly-debated topic in the prepping community. Some say it’s vital. Others think it’s BS. The truth, as usual, is somewhere in-between. In this article, I cover the basics of OPSEC and go in-depth on tactics survivalist and preppers should be utilizing in their day-to-day lives. Prepper OPSEC Tactics for… Read More
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How to Sharpen Your Knife in a Survival Situation
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
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12 Earthquake Survival Tips Proven To Save Lives
It’s time for everyone to reconsider their earthquake survival plan. For many Americans, earthquakes are viewed as a natural disaster that largely only affects the West Coast. This assumption could not be farther from the truth. Earthquakes have caused severe damage all across the U.S. Even more shocking is the fact that these tremors appear… Read More
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8 Easy Uses For Bungee Cords In A Survival Situation
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