Putting together a survival kit is not all that difficult. There are some items that just make sense to include in your kit. Things like extra food and water, first aid items, a multi-tool, a fire starter and cooking devices are essential. There are other items to consider putting in your survival kit that you …
It is every outdoor adventurer’s dilemma: How can I carry the items I need to survive an emergency yet cut down on weight? Those who venture into the wilderness miles away from help must be prepared with the skills and tools to cope with survival situations. Yet, being far from civilization means that they must …
Summer is not only a time for BBQs, baseball games, and trips to the beach. The most glorious months of the year are also a perfect time to practice your preps. Getting the entire family involved in SHTF drills and enhancing your physical readiness can be both a fun and potentially life-saving endeavor. Prepping isn’t …
So, what kind of a “prepper” are you? From not one at all to ghilly suits for the whole family, our preparations for emergencies run the gamut. So let’s take a look and see where you fall. There are really not right and wrong answers, and I realize some categories, especially firearms, might be sensitive …
For most of us, when we think about the supplies we need to survive an emergency, we think of what goes in our 72 hour kit, or “bugout bag”. Its contents need to be light and portable, so you can grab it, jump in your auto, and get the heck outta Dodge. We all agree …
Paracord is an excellent resource in preparing for personal survival. In this post I will discuss what paracord is, where it came from, and how multiple ways it can help you help yourself. Paracord was originally used as parachute cord for the airborne soldiers during World War II. Once on the ground soldiers found paracord …
Survival Gear Must Haves. If you are looking for gear to survive, there are definitely items that should be on your must have survival gear checklist. These include things you use to pack, along with a bag that carries all your critical supplies. Many situations in the space of a relatively short period of time …
Survival Gear: In any outdoor survival situation it is vital to be prepared. Taking appropriate precautions before embarking on an outdoor adventure could mean the difference between life and death. Imagine getting lost while hiking, injured while camping, or any of the other dangerous outdoor survival situations without having the necessities. It could be disastrous. …
