Category: Skills / Knowledge
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Tiniest Bug Out Cabin, And it Folds Flat!
This video caught my eye because, like many of you know, it sure would be nice to have a bug out shelter in the middle of nowhere. One of the problems, however, is getting all of the building supplies to where you need them without breaking your back or the bank. Oh, and without being…
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An Unexpected Benefit to Stockpiling
Months ago, when there was the huge problem with eye drops causing horrible infections, I started to pay attention to the eye drops I use. Eventually, I found this website that’s been quite helpful in keeping track. At some point, I downloaded a food recall app to my phone (here’s the iPhone version), which if…
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GMRS Repeater for SHTF
As I’ve mentioned elsewhere, I’m still trying to understand communication options for STHF or general preparedness purposes. Apparently, it can get quite complicated and some people, believe it or not, spend their lives knee-deep in the nuances. 🙂 While I still consider myself a newbie when it comes to HAM, GMRS, and so on, I…
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DIY Urban Get Home Bag
I know many of us preppers focus on bug out bags, SHTF scenarios, and whatnot, but disasters of all kinds–even smaller, localized ones–happen, too. In fact, they’re far more likely than any major catastrophe. With that in mind, your ability to get home, to where most of your supplies are–not to mention your family, pets,…
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DIY Generator Box – 10x Quieter
Do you have a generator but are worried that it will be too loud? Either because you just don’t want the noise or because it might attract two-legged critters? Then build yourself a generator box! Although I’m not a huge fan of generators, I do realize they have their uses when the power goes out.…
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Super Disappointed! Power Bank Lies?
I possess more than a few character flaws, one of which is that I’m a rather trusting person. That is, I tend to believe what I’m told until I find out I’ve been lied to or I realize that the facts have been grossly misrepresented. Then I’ll never trust that person or source again or,…
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Long Range Shooting Gear Considerations for Survival Situations
When it comes down to your survival, the ability to target objects and enemies from a distance can easily determine your success or failure. When facing such situations where being prepared at all times is crucial, long-range shooting gear becomes an invaluable ally. But as a newbie to the world of firearms, how do you…
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Extinguish Chimney Fires in 22 Seconds
I know it’s a bit late in the wood-burning season, but I recently came across this video that discusses a way to extinguish chimney fires very quickly. It does so using Chimfex. It’s a CSIA approved chimney fire extinguisher, and looks an awful lot like a large road flare. Anyway, I’d never hear of it,…
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Better Than a Solar Generator (for small electronics)
Sometimes people write me to ask my opinion on solar generators. That is, which one should they purchase. My response is usually that I’m not a fan of solar generators and that they should consider other options. I say this for three primary reasons: The first problem is relatively easy to fix. Just search for…