We do not need to look far to see how our wilderness landscape will change if a SHTF scenario occurred. America’s own history, as well as current events occurring across the world give us a very realistic picture of what to expect.
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VID: Perfect Bug Out Bag Gear Combo
November 2, 2014When developing your bug out bag, always make sure you are as efficient as possible with space and weight. To demonstrate how compact you can make things, take a look at my cookware and stove setup below: You can get really creative with what...
In a SHTF scenario, organizations or individuals might have force multiplier technology like thermal imaging. A key component which should be part of any survival kit can easily conceal your body heat and allow you to escape detection. Emergency Blankets Emergency blankets work to...
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A Prepper’s Dilemma – Pack Weight
September 24, 2014Water, firearms, ammo, clothing, shelter, food, tools…OH MY! As you check off your list of bug out bag preparedness items, the needle on the scale goes higher and higher. Not to mention there are more than a few of us who could shed a...
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Land Navigation Orienteering 101
August 15, 2014Did you know that in Sweden, Orienteering (Land Navigation using a map and compass) is part of mandatory school curricula since 1942? It has even become Sweden’s most popular sport alongside of swimming and other athletics. Similarly, other European countries like Germany established “Forest...
There’s a romantic vision of being able to be your own Bear Grylls or Les Stroud; heading out into the wilderness and surviving off the land. You are hiking through the bush and finding all sorts of exotic wild edibles to make your next meal....
Whether you have a BOB (Bug Out Bag), INCH Bag (I’m Never Coming Home), or any other type of preparedness bag, consider modularity as part of your design principle.
Whether you believe in global warming or global cooling, we must acknowledge that there is a trend of weather change occurring. With these weather changes come ecological changes spanning bacteria/viruses, to bugs, to larger mammals. This post will focus on recent changes in mosquitoes...
Buying containers for water storage should not break the bank and should also not clutter your home. The key to water storage is laying out a simple plan based on your needs, and then proceed to finding the right container at the right price. In this...
Trees are an incredible resource for the outdoor survivalist. Their uses are numerous, and include some of the following: Water / Sap Water indicators Animal indicators / trapping Food Cordage or glue Shelter Fire And more! This article will not cover tree identification. Rather,...