Many beginners in the Prepper community get caught up in the collection of gear and supplies, not bothering to learn how to use the items they are purchasing. Even if you have read multiple books on the […]

This week, Corporals Corner gave us a short and to-the-point video on how to use your compass. Although he has created full-length tutorials on the subject in the past, this video gives you only the basics so […]

When it comes to preserving your food, there are a variety of options that can extend the life of your harvest or bulk purchases. It is widely accepted that freeze drying is the preferred method above dehydration […]

With everything that’s happened and continuing to happen in the world and around the country, home security is probably in the front of your mind. Especially for those who have significant preparations to p […]

How is your home security looking these days? As we continue to witness senseless acts of violence across the country, even in small towns and more rural areas, fortifying your home should be a top priority for […]

Your furry friends can become important family members. And while most people cannot imagine leaving their pets behind in an emergency situation, they are often forced to do so when they are being airlifted […]

More than ever, home security should be a top priority in your budget and your efforts. Whether you fear civil unrest, criminals taking your preparations, or physical assault of your family, you need to […]

When to Stay Put and When to Hit the Road
As chaos continues to descend upon us, and a true SHTF situation seems inevitable, you will find yourself preparing for multiple scenarios: one in which you batten down […]

When you consider all of the emergency situations that you could be presented with, many of them come with the possibility of being without power. While you may shrug this off because you’re fine living without a […]



You may consider yourself ready to be without power, but have you considered how your family will do? Are you ready to be without power for an extended period of time, and at any time of year? Do you know w […]

When it comes to survival, our bodies are designed to abide by the Rule of 3: we can survive 3 hours in extreme conditions, 3 days without water, and 3 weeks without food. Of course those times would have to be […]

You may be all stocked up at home, with a Bug Out Bag for each family member ready to go and an emergency plan that you’ve practiced, and you still may not be ready when disaster strikes. If you commute to work o […]

As times have changed, so have the requirements to keep our attention spans. A great movie 80 years ago could be filmed in black and white with no special effects; now, everything is bigger and better, with CGI […]

In addition to all of your other preparations, storing fuel for future use should top your list in terms of priority. When SHTF, you have to plan for being able to cook your food, stay warm, and power your vehicle […]

Once you’ve started to accumulate a healthy food supply, it’s easy to get disorganized. Especially if you are working with minimal space, you may find yourself storing your stockpile in a variety of locations whe […]

As we prepare for a second wave of Covid-19 at the same time as hurricane season ramps up along the East coast, now is the time to check your supplies. With the possibility of a second shutdown/quarantine or […]

Space is proving to be a challenge as Americans try to prepare for the worst. As the Covid-19 pandemic proved, our food supply is vulnerable and we need creative solutions to be self-sufficient. But for […]

We talk a lot about gathering supplies and tools that will come in handy if you have to become totally self-reliant, and/or are trapped in your home due to a natural or man-made disaster. But when it comes […]

As you stock your Prepper’s pantry, you’ll want to strike a balance between foods with long shelf lives, and foods that represent a balanced diet. Since you’ll have to rotate your stock on healthier items with […]

It is all well and good to stock food and tools, read books on gardening and bushcraft, and pack your Bug Out Bag with the essentials. In fact, these steps alone will put you ahead of the average American in being […]