Survival basics

There are a handful of basic skills that everyone will need in a true SHTF scenario. How many of these survival skills do you know?

Foraging for edible wild plants is an invaluable skill for preppers as survival will often depend on eating what’s available. Lucky for you, the wild is a garden of free edibles waiting to be harvested as long as you know what to go for. #ediblewildplants #edibleplants #foraging #survivalfood #survival #preparedness #survivallife

Survival skills are not just for adults! Teaching kids survival skills such as building shelter, cooking food over a fire, or basic first aid might save a life

These skills are pertinent to the survival of your children. Teach them today.

Is it time for BOB to go on a diet??? One very popular question I get is about Bug Out Bag weight. Unfortunately, it’s never that there is TOO MUCH space left over in the pack. I’m always ask for ideas about how to reduce pack weight and eliminate unnecessary items. Below are 6 tips I’ve come up with for cutting weight from your BOB. Hopefully, one will work for you or at least help you brainstorm a creative solution. I’ve found that when you’re really getting serious about cutting Bug Out…

If you're confused about what to get first as a prepper, here's a list of the 12 most critical things. Forget expensive MREs and "survival food", these are more important.

Building and sustaining a fire is one of the most valuable survival skills, but it can be challenging. Here's how to do it.

If you're new to prepping, here's exactly how to get started to get the basics down ASAP.

Winter is here, which means plenty of travel for the holidays and lots of adventures through snowy environments and mountain passes. Before you head out to more rural and remote areas this season, take some time to stock your vehicle with tire chains, a portable shovel, flashlight, lighter/matches, extra clothes, blankets, kitty litter (for traction), […]