In the case of a major disaster such as an earthquake, hurricane, tornado, severe weather, or fill in the blank, there is a good chance that for a few days to a week or more, the benefits of civilization as we know it will not be readily available. Being prepared means being able to take …
Category: Survival Skills
Choosing a Wilderness Survival Program
If you’re an outdoor enthusiast like me, winter can be a difficult time as we await the return of summer and warmer temperatures. To beat the winter blues, now might be a good time to begin thinking about enrolling in a wilderness survival program. Wilderness survival programs are courses that instruct participants in basic survival …
How To Prep if You Live Near a Nuclear Power Plant
Nuclear power is one of the cleanest and safest forms of power generation available today and when they run without issue, actually release less radiation into the air than a coal plant. While you do have the issue of disposing of the spent nuclear fuel, a nuclear power plant is not a bad way to …
Fire and Survival
When the chips are down and things get crazy, a warm, crackling fire can make the difference between being cold and miserable and being safe, warm, and comfortable. A fire is more than warmth, when you gather around its pulsating orange tendrils; it offers an almost primordial sense of security. Having said that, in any …
Do You Know How To Drive In The Snow?
Driving in the Snow The recent snowstorms blanketing the Northeast, Georgia and other parts of the South have undoubtedly tested people’s driving skills. If driving in the snow is not one of your strong suits or otherwise terrifies you, let’s take a look at a few winter weather driving tips. You can file your newfound …
Using Avalanche Safety Gear
Heading outside to the backcountry is becoming ever more popular as a way to enjoy the winter. More and more people are discovering the joys of skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, or just playing in the snow far from civilization. Despite the advantages of being out in the backcountry for outdoor recreation, there are several hazards that …
How To Survive When Lost in the Wilderness
Getting lost in the wilderness can be terrifying, and even the most experienced outdoorsmen can get stranded in unfamiliar terrain or inclement weather. In addition to being prepared for your expedition, there are several things you can do to ensure your safety and increase your chances of making it out alive if the occasion arises. …
Five unique ways to start a fire, you won’t believe #3
Let’s be clear. These are not the preferred ways to get a fire going. If you would have used your noggin’, you would have a BIC lighter or strike anywhere matches handy, or perhaps a magnesium stick on your keychain. Any of these will work much better than the methods I am describing. But if …
How To Cope With Sleep Deprivation
Planning for the end of the world as we know it (TEOTWAWKI) is one thing, but experiencing a world-changing event and continuing to thrive and survive is something else completely. Once the initial shock and implementation of your plan is over and done with, the real survival skills come into play. While most people plan …