The variety of edible plants is endless. Many plants can be found close to our homes in the United States and used in salads, as teas for survival skills or for medicinal purposes. People should never eat any wild edible plants unless they know exactly what they are picking. Brookline This plant is found around …
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Fire Safety Tips
Fire is a real risk practically everywhere in the modern world. However, the danger of a fire can be minimized if people pay close attention and include a few fire safety tips in their day to day lives. Have an Escape The most important thing when it comes to fire safety is knowing how to get …
Packing list for your bug out bag
Bug out Bag Packing Checklist. For those of you who have never heard the term bug out bag, it is a transportable kit that is used in emergencies and contains the items that a person will need to have to survive for about 72 hours. In order for it to be effective, you must stock …
How to Break Out of Zip Ties
After watching an article and video by ITS tactical titled “How to Escape from Zip Ties” which demonstrated former Military Veterans and Navy Seals breaking free from heavy duty, 175 lb rating, zip ties we at Survivalbased wanted to see if the average guy could also accomplish this feat. After a trip to Home Depot …
What Every Household First Aid Kit Needs
The one guarantee in life is that accidents happen and usually at the worst possible time. Since preventing an emergency is impossible, the next best thing is to be prepared. Every home needs a first aid kit and most people have no idea what to put in one. One solution is to buy a premade …
An Introduction to Emergency Food Storage
What Is Emergency Food Storage? In the Western world, having regular access to food and drinking water is taken for granted. If your access to food and drinking water was interrupted for any amount of time, what would you do? Having a plan will ensure your survival and comfort, and the time to be …
Countdown to Christmas!
The Countdown to Christmas is well under way! By now you are listening to your favorite carols and trimming the tree—and so are we.
Up for a little fun? We wanna see how you are preparing for emergencies or for your next outdoor adventure. Take a photo gear/supplies and send it to us! Is it neatly stacked in the garage or spread throughout the house?
Emergency Preparedness Leads to Large Donation to Local Food Bank
The Community Action Services and Food Bank of Provo receives a generous donation of quick-cook meals thanks to the emergency preparations of others. During National Preparedness Month in September, SurvivalBased.com committed to donating one meal for every $10 spent on emergency supplies through their website. Customers responded in a huge way, resulting in a donation of 4,320 meals.
Trick or Treat Contest
Who says grown-ups can’t trick or treat? Not us! Only we want YOU to do the tricking, and we’ll provide the treats. That’s right—you trick. We treat. Every Monday this month, starting on October 8th, we will identify one specific area of emergency preparedness on our Facebook fan page. Comment on that Monday post telling us your best trick, technique or secret based on that topic.
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Emergencies can happen at any time and almost anywhere. Natural disasters, financial collapse or sudden accidents can turn life on its head in a matter of seconds. The only way to keep your family safe and secure in the face of crisis is preparation.