The area I live in is currently under Level III water restrictions due to drought conditions. Officials are already planning to increase...

Most people, including preppers, tend to overestimate how much time they'll have to get out of dodge before a disaster strikes. But...

The (stereo)-typical prepper focus often gravitates toward stockpiling consumables. All types of consumables: food, water, medicine, and...

Those in the Army and other corps know that using standards is a good choice, and used extensively for good reasons. If you already have...

I know I’m not alone in this: we’re all growing older each day. However, these days, as I’m approaching my 56th birthday, I wonder, “How...

The most unique aspect about survival knives is their versatility – there really isn’t one single application where they excel above all...

The new year is a time of new beginnings. People make their resolutions; most of which will be broken within the week. Others look back...

Are you tired of skyrocketing electricity bills and ready to take control of your energy independence? Solar power might be the answer,...

Knives are wonderful gadgets that outdoorspeople can use for everything from cleaning their fingernails to gutting an elk. You should...

Winter poses a genuine survival risk. Every year people die from exposure and sub-zero temperatures from being stranded in cars or lost...

The phrase ‘Made in the USA’ holds a special significance; it’s not just a label but represents a commitment to quality, ethics, and...

When most people think of off grid living they think more of individuals or maybe a single family, living away from society in a secluded...

Looting is an ever-present concern for homeowners across the United States. According to FBI data, there were over 1.1 million burglaries...

Buying a home is harder than ever and the housing crisis is still forcing more people into homelessness every day. In cities like San...

I remember learning something about air quality, when I was being taught about pollution back in grade school. The environmental crowd...

What's the difference between bushcraft and survival? Many times these two words are used interchangeably but probably shouldn't be. So...

Defining “fame” when it comes to big whitetails  can be difficult. Size is important, of course. So much so, in fact, that I’d be hard...

Are you prepared for a fire in your home or your vehicle? We’ve talked a lot about how to prepare for a wildfire evacuation, but it’s not...

When most people think of emergency power, they usually think of gasoline, propane or diesel generators. While generators make a lot of...

It’s the first Leave No Trace principle most hikers learn early on: pack it in, pack it out. But when it comes to the reality of carrying...

Think back to when you were a kid. What would have been one of the coolest things you could have had in your house? If you said anything...

It would be difficult to deny that a lot of folks are going through hard times right now. One survey said that 77% of Americans are...

I live for lists. If I didn’t have a list-making obsession, I have no idea how I would’ve gotten through being a single mom with two busy...

Creating a place where you can practice shooting all of your weapons as often as possible will vastly increase your aim and tactical...

You may have a plan to evacuate during a house fire or even a plan to evacuate during an earthquake. But does a home defense plan exist...

You never know when you're going to be in an unexpected emergency, on your own or with others. Having some prepper gear ready to go can...

If you’re new to raising chickens or are in the preliminary research stage of adding a few chickens to your backyard, you’ll be...

As a long-time practitioner, I’m a big promoter of outdoor sports and activities, particularly backpacking and camping. Besides the...

Welcome to our guide on living off the land, where we delve into the self-reliant lifestyle of homesteading and off-grid living. This...

Cutting deer antlers off is a skill that many hunters, taxidermists, and craftspeople seek to master. Whether for mounting, crafting, or...

When I think about how long I’ve been hunting deer, it’s honestly a little embarrassing. The year was 1972, which means Richard Nixon was...

Off the grid living is an alternative to traditional living that has become more popular in recent years. Some people choose to live off...

Our society is comprised of many good, honest people who would give up their own life in order to save the life of a stranger. However,...

I had the opportunity to sit in a local courtroom for a few hours and watch as inmates in shackles from the county jail were brought...

As preppers are well aware, preparing your home and family for long-term crises and emergencies involves accumulating a substantial food...

Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) announced that up to 800,000 customers (and probably well over a million people) may be without...

My current property is like something right out of a Shell Silverstein poem. The city limits line ends at my property, right where the...

There is no worse feeling than being in a disaster and not being able to contact your loved ones. The feeling in your gut as you try to...

When most people hear of tanning a deer hide, it makes them automatically think of the traditional method using brains. Though that is...

As our banking system implodes all around us, you may be wondering how on earth we can be financially prepared for the future in a world...

Hunting and trapping have long been controversial subjects when it comes to wildlife research. While some view these practices as cruel...

Building a pallet fence could be one of the fastest and most cost-effective ways to meet your fencing needs. Wood pallets are abundant...

Bird flu has already spread to wild birds, chickens and mammals, including a polar bear and an alpaca. The more widespread it becomes,...

While preparing for another survivalist challenge, I thought to myself – what does it take to become a successful survivalist, what...

Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, climbing, or any other outdoor activity, you can never know what unexpected surprises might happen....

Off the grid living is an alternative to traditional living that has become more popular in recent years. Some people choose to live off...

I swear these pocket knives keep getting smaller and smaller, but remain just as fascinating and sharp. Meet the Tiflex, a knife so tiny...

Camping season is just around the corner, and many of us campers are starting to come out of hibernation. If you followed my tips for...

The summer of 2024 is shaping up to be particularly challenging for businesses, with weather risk experts warning of severe impacts due...

Today, we’re going back to basics. If you’re an experienced prepper, you probably have all of these covered. But if you’re a new prepper,...