Author: Damian Brindle
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24 Tricks to Staying Warm
My oldest son let me know about this Outdoor Boys YouTube channel, which features this man who lives in Alaska. He enjoys extreme winter survival, including building snow caves and all sorts of things. He even takes his family with him sometimes. That said, the following video shows two dozen ways that you, too, can…
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Watch This Before Buying a Mr. Heater Propane Space Heater
Are you in the market for a new space heater? There are many choices out there, from cheap models to very expensive ones, but price doesn’t necessarily line up with expectations. Which should you buy? And if you’re a prepper, should you bother with the Mr. Heater propane heater that many of us, me included,…
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Survival Course Update
There are many interesting aspects to life as I get older, and by “interesting” I mean they mostly suck. One aspect that I’ve found less than ideal is my lack of desire to get things done that I’ve committed to. Whereas I used to “go, go, go” until bedtime, that’s just not the case these…
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Wool vs Down vs Fleece
Now that it’s getting colder outside, my guess is that you’re in the market for some better winter clothing. But have you stopped to consider which option might be best for you? There’s a lot to know, primary among them are which insulating material to go with: wool, down, and fleece. While I recognize that…
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8 Essential Tips to Ensure Water Security in Emergencies
Water security is the most prominent issue when faced with runoff contamination, chemical spills, droughts, floods and other disasters. After all, it’s a critical resource essential for survival and one that sorely underestimated by most people, even preppers. While you can usually foresee inclement weather, other instances occur unexpectedly. It’s in these moments, in particular,…
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DIY Solar Generator Build (Harbor Freight)
I’ve never been much of a fan of solar generators, mostly because they’re expensive for what you get in return when compared to DIY setups, I’m slowly changing my view. That said, it’s always nice to see a DIY build that reminds me that I’m right sometimes, too. 🙂 Now, this is a long video,…
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Online Pharmacy for Preparedness?
I’ve been hearing that sometimes people are having difficulty getting their prescription medications, including antibiotics like amoxicillin, from local pharmacies for one reason or another. I’ve been thinking about this for a while now. The thing is that most preppers only focus on antibiotics as the necessary medications to get your hands on during an…
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18 Essential Dog Commands (for the Wilderness and more)
A canine companion can be an excellent addition to your crew. However, it’s vital they have the necessary skills to aid in your survival efforts. Here are 18 commands to teach your dog, plus why they’re such a valuable addition to your homestead. The Utility of Dogs Your pup is capable of great things and…
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Costco Inflation Check!
Look, if I could go to Costco every week, I would. I love that place. But, my wife prefers we’re not in the poor house because I’m a “crazy” prepper, so we compromise…meaning she says I get to go once a month and that’s that. But I’ve been noticing recently, let’s say over the past…