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How to Make a Tiny Home Part of Your Bug Out Plan
One of the most challenging parts of forming emergency plans is finding a good place to bug out. After you’ve stockpiled basic supplies, put together a bug-out bag, and started to learn survival skills, finding a safe location where you could take shelter during a large-scale disaster is the next logical step. Some preppers have…
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Treating Injuries in the Wild
When you’re a survivalist, injuries are imminent. It’s not a matter of “if” you’ll get hurt, it’s a matter of when. But, that’s the whole point of “surviving,” right? When you know how to properly treat an injury, you can keep moving forward and living off the land. Being prepared is important (we’ll cover that…
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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.…