Author: Damian Brindle
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Why a Leatherman Wave Belongs in Your EDC
I love my Leatherman Wave; it’s easily one of the best EDC carries you can (and should) have on you every day. The only problem? We’ve recently moved and, in my infinite wisdom I decided to pack it, but now I can’t find mine! Do yourself a favor, buy a Leatherman Wave and you’ll never…
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Surviving a Venomous Bite in the Wild: 6 Strategies
Animals evolve the ability to secrete venom for a variety of reasons. Some use it for hunting and subduing their prey and may have evolved the ability to be venomous because of changes in the ecosystem. Others use it defensively as a means to protect themselves, securing their place in the food chain and keeping…
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14 Survival Exercises to Prepare for SHTF
When we think about preparing for the end of the world or even a survival situation, there are a lot of different things to consider. Most people focus on supplies — food, water, medical supplies, tools, etc. — and having a place to retreat to. One thing that you can’t afford to overlook is your…
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Top 10 Threats to Preppers in 2022
I’ve only been warning about the first threat discussed in the video–inflation–since middle of this year, but it’s been a problem for a lot longer than that. Truth is, inflation is only now becoming blatantly obvious to the masses, which is why the news has been talking about it so much. Of course, there’s a…
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Natural Disaster Financial Preparedness
There are several conditions for which you should be financially prepared, ranging from natural catastrophes such as hurricanes and floods to public health and environmental problems. Natural disasters may induce emotional and mental stress, and survivors may require assistance in coping with the anxiety and disorientation produced by a weather-related emergency. The emotional pressure caused…
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What To Do If Your Spouse Doesn’t Approve of Prepping
It is popular wisdom that opposites attract. This can certainly be the case in relationships. Even if you and your partner aren’t exactly at separate poles, you are still likely to have differing interests. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing and it can make for a richer relationship. However, there may be some instances in…
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Best Ways to Survive When the Grid Goes Down?
In an instant, all of the lights turn off, and you’re in darkness. You look out your window, and it seems as if your town has come to a halt. Usually, you’d see a few street lights or at least the cell phone tower blinking in the distance, but all is silent and pitch black.…
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How to Shelter Against a Category 5 Blizzard
The fear of climate change is often focused solely on heat waves and hurricanes, but those aren’t the only weather events impacted by a looming climate crisis. Research is showing that while the Arctic is getting warmer, we’re going to experience colder and colder winters. Polar vortices and massive blizzards are going to put our…
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Creating a Defensive Perimeter Around Your Homestead
You’ve built your homestead, raised livestock and crops and organized a system that will help you live on your own indefinitely. You have a sustainable water source, bought equipment to care for your land and invested in renewable energy. You’re ready to exist off the grid. All this shouldn’t go to waste because you didn’t…