Some people say the ultimate goal of the survivalist is NOT to build an arsenal of high tech gadgetry that will allow him/her to “survive” in the wilderness. Rather, the intention is to develop certain skills to have the ultimate
If you ever find yourself desperately in need of some heat, whether it be to stay warm or to cook something, and you don’t have wood to burn, try using newspapers as fire logs instead. Or if you just want
Having the ability to create light without needing electricity should be part of everyone’s emergency essentials. While flashlights are certainly helpful, batteries quickly die out so having a store of candles on hand can provide the light and morale boost
Here’s a great little DIY project you can do tomorrow (or today) if you want. Make your own water bottle filter. Don’t mistake this for water purification. It’s just to filter out enough to make it drinkable. But you’d be
Ask any accomplished runner, hiker, backpacker, or outdoorsman how they prevent blisters and you’ll more than likely get different answers from each person you run across. Our buddies over at ItsTactical have discovered and sware by leukotape to prevent blisters.
Looking to make a greenhouse on the cheap? Why not make a greenhouse from old windows? It’s an awesome way to re-purpose windows that were otherwise destined for the landfill and you’re neighbors will think you’re the most creative person
Whoever thought of this is brilliant. They figured out how to make a camp hot water heater with easy to use dispensing feature using a turkey fryer. All you need is some propane and a spigot and you can get
Just came across this in-depth step-by-step tutorial on electrical wiring that shows you how to run power anywhere. This is most definitely something you should at least learn the basics so if you ever need to run power somewhere new,
So you want to make sure you have the ability to cook without power should you lose power during a SHTF type of situation, or you just want to go off the grid. And you want to pick yourself up
Pine resin or pitch is the secretion from pine trees caused by cuts in the tree trunk or from broken limbs. The trees secrete the resin to seal up any cuts or damage to the tree. If you find yourself
