It’s about damn time that we begin to realize all that we’ve put out of whack in this great system we are part of. Using old hacks like planting by the signs in this modern world seems a little odd, but is it really? Our ancestors did it with great success and they left us the knowledge to use their techniques for a truly self-sufficient life.
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Exiling Fear in Survival Mode
In most cases, the first thing to strike in a crisis-like circumstance, be it lone-surviving a plane crash in the ocean or finding yourself stuck as a hostage to violent terrorists, is fear. As we preppers should be fully aware, it is fear that inevitably leads to panic. This is precisely what happens to many people as soon as they find themselves in a potential survival situation.
What To Do When A Valuable Group Member Goes Missing
It is definitely important to understand how to survive if you ever find yourself lost or stranded and all alone; but have you put much thought in what you’d do if your buddy or a group member goes missing and doesn’t return to the car or camp when expected?
Making Confit – How To Preserve Waterfowl Or Small Game
Way back in 2012, we visited France and met some friends who made this beautiful country their second home. We learned a lot about the culture, the cuisine and pretty much everything we can think of. Since our friends like to go hunting for waterfowl, they also showed us how to preserve it using a traditional French method called Confit. This meat preservation method can become quite useful for preppers and hunters, so make sure to read forward.
Natural Disaster That We Still Aren’t Prepared For: Drought
According to Ready.Gov, nearly every part of our country experiences periods of reduced rainfall, which is what causes droughts. What is a drought? A drought is a period of irregular dry weather that runs long enough to cause a serious imbalance in our daily lives. During a drought, for example, crops can be damaged, and water supply can run short, which is why they’re recognized as serious events that can result in widespread destruction of communities. The severity of the drought, however, is measured by the duration, temperature, and size of the area impacted.
Best Survival Non-Fiction Books
As shared in an earlier post, people enjoy telling stories to everyone, i.e. friends, family, co-workers and sometimes, new acquaintances they come in contact with. It is revelatory that these stories inspire to see what the human will is capable of.
Boots-Choice: A Bigger Deal Than You Thought
When it comes to hitting trails, climbing crags, walking at the local YMCA, or just simply being on your feet for any amount of time, your footwear of choice is immensely important. One of the chief mistakes a new hiker makes when hitting the trails is said hikers choice in footwear. Let’s look at how to pick the best boots for your outdoor adventure.
Pet First Aid And Care On The Trail
With warmer weather on the approach, many of us outdoors enthusiasts will be more than eager to get our rambunctious, cabin-fevered pooches out on the trail. There is nothing more appealing than having man’s best friend (be it dog or cat; that’s right, some of us do that!) out there as a trail mate. The following pet first aid requirements should be considered when exploring the great outdoors with your furry friend.
The Lost Ways Review – The Secrets behind the Book
It seems that the Lost Ways book will be the source of found ways of survival during the economic crisis in the near future. To know how true this is, many readers are inquiring about the book through e-mails. Thus, after receiving a lot of e-mails from you, my readers, I decided to do a comprehensive The Lost Ways review and share my thoughts.
Vehicle Preparedness Essentials You Need To Cover
Vehicle preparedness is something we all have to consider. It doesn’t matter if you’re a prepper or an average Joe, accidents happen all the time. As you can imagine, vehicle preparedness is more than having a bug out bag or get home bag in the back of your truck. Today we will discuss the essentials of vehicle preparedness, something we should all do.
What Does The End Of The World Mean For Preppers?
All of you believe that doomsday will come as a massive Earth destruction or regional crisis that would change the world forever. Some people believe that the massive asteroid will hit the planet and so on. However, preparing for the end of the world shouldn’t be taken literally.
10 Dog Breeds for Personal and Home Protection
It is obvious that protecting yourself and your property has become more important than before due to the increasing home invasions, theft, and other crimes surging in our country. So, it is inevitable for you to take protective measures. One of the smartest and the most amiable ways to do so is to have a trained dog for home protection that can promptly guard you and your home from intruders. Yes, these dogs not only protect humans but also their properties such as home and car.
Critter Chaos and Dangerous Animals Encounters
With the coming approach of warm weather, there are several preparations to consider. If you enjoy spring and summer hikes or maybe part of your bug out plan is to roll deep into some backcountry, you’ll need to be prepared for the fury of some dangerous furry animals.