How to Make a Medical Kit When You Have No Money
It’s been a while since I’ve shared one of ThePatriotNurse’s videos, but this is a good one because it focuses on the one area that I suspect most of us are falling short with: medical kits. Clearly, it’s easy to spend plenty of money on first aid items and supplies that never get used. The…
“Ultimate Survival Kit” Lists Are a Scam
I don’t want to spoil the whole article for you, but I recently read a post at OffGridSurvival.com about how Every “Ultimate Survival Kit” List Was Written by Someone Who Never Used the Gear, and I completely agree. The survival and preparedness niche has become saturated by people who don’t actually believe in the concept.…
20 “Poor Man” Home Defense Tricks
I hope you’re aware of most of these ideas, but it’s wise to have a reminded from time to time. Plus, you never know what/if you’re missing something. The video covers a wide range of ideas, including doors, windows, early warning, and deterrence tactics. Most recommendations are free or relatively inexpensive. Enjoy!
Portable Charger Ideas for Preppers
I’ve got several portable chargers, half of which I couldn’t tell you the exact capacity of without looking at the label. But I’ve got big ones and small ones if that helps. 🙂 And I’ve got them stashed in our bug out bags, vehicles, and elsewhere. Anyway, it’s been years since I bought anything new,…
Is Saving Cotainers Smart as a Prepper or Just Hoarding?
We spent our first few years in Washington state being pretty frugal about everything. I summarized a bunch of those habits in 27 frugal ideas nearly a decade ago. But somewhere in there I crossed a line I didn’t notice at the time because there’s frugal, and then there’s a cabinet full of yogurt tubs…
How to Power 12-volt Gear Without a Battery, Inverter, or Charge Controller
I’ve shared something similar years ago, but the video below is about using a Buck converter to directly transform solar panel power into 12-volts; it’s a follow-up on an earlier video of his, but the idea is simple: place the Buck converter inline between the panel and your appliance, and you’ve got power. Granted, he…
Pocket Survival Gear is Overrated
I used to carry a lot. A Leatherman Wave, a pocket knife, my own version of an Altoids tin loaded with wilderness survival gear, a wallet stuffed with extras like bandages and folded duct tape, and more. I once carried wallet survival tools, assorted items on my keychain (which ended up causing problems with the…
The Disaster Waiting to Happen Every Time You Eat – Why Choking Preparedness Matters
Most preparedness plans do a good job covering water, heat, light, weather, power outages, and basic first aid. Choking often gets less attention because it feels like a sudden freak accident instead of a planning problem. In reality, the first minute of a choking emergency is shaped by decisions made long before the meal starts:…
How Long Will a Window AC Run on a Single Battery?
This guy has a simple setup: a 12-volt, 200 Ah battery and a Dewalt inverter. That’s it. But he wondered how long it would continuously run a 5000 BTU window unit. The answer: a bit longer than five hours, which can be read as … “That’s not too bad all things considered” or … “Are…
