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Surviving any disaster or unforeseen circumstance heavily relies on knowledge and preparedness. When you are armed with the knowledge of how to survive and prepared with the proper supplies, your survival rate will increase dramatically.

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Surviving any disaster or unforeseen circumstance heavily relies on knowledge and preparedness. When you are armed with the knowledge of how to survive and prepared with the proper supplies, your survival rate will increase dramatically.

Protection

Survival: Shelter

June 6, 2015
While you can survive a few nights out in the open during the warm summer months, it isn’t an option once the temperature begins to drop. Shelter generally means staying out of the elements, but it also includes the ability to stay warm and dry.
Wildfire

Wildfire Evacuation: Knowing When to Bug Out

August 11, 2022
Wildfires are either natural occurring disasters or man-made. It can appear suddenly, do irreparable damage, and last for hours, and in some cases, even days or weeks. This leaves people in its path with more than enough time to evacuate their homes. Knowing when to bug out, is the key.
Flooding

Surviving A Flood

August 10, 2016
When flood conditions are present, you’ll want to rely on your evacuation plan to get you to a point of safety. While monitoring weather conditions, determine what triggering event will cause you to implement your plan. Will it be the issuing of a flood warning, or will you leave whenever a watch is announced?
Outbreak

Measles Returns in 2025 What Families Need to Know

August 8, 2025
Measles came roaring back in 2025 with the highest US case count in 30 years. Learn when it started, how far it spread, why it happened, and how to protect your family.
Snow Storm

Surviving a Fall Through the Ice

January 31, 2023
As winter arrives, most families have plans to enjoy winter activities like ice fishing, ice hockey, ice skating, snowball fights, skiing, and more. As a prepper, the first thing one should consider is “What if I fall through the ice?
Snow Storm

Surviving a Snowstorm

January 23, 2023
Winter is undoubtedly one of the most magical seasons and a favorite of many people across the world; but what happens when the gentle cascading snow abruptly evolves into a deadly blizzard or snowstorm?
Theft

Protecting Yourself Against Identity Theft

October 13, 2022
To think someone else can assume your identity and access your most private information and resources is scary. Thankfully, there are many ways to prevent this from happening to you.
Cover

Survival Uses for Tarps

August 29, 2022
A tarp performs a multitude of functions. It primarily functions to protect from rain, sunlight, and other elements. Tarps can also become a fundamental part of your survival supplies, in which case it can be referred to as a survival tarp.
Carbon Monoxide

The 411 on Carbon Monoxide

August 16, 2022
Carbon monoxide is a part of our everyday life; we regularly come in contact with it in both large and small quantities. However, it is imperative that we keep our interactions with carbon monoxide to a minimum. Carbon monoxide is a poisonous gas, and when this gas accumulates in your bloodstream, it can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning or even death.
Safety

Firearm Safety

August 14, 2022
While owning a firearm could be incredibly useful for the safety of you and your family, access to such powerful weapons come with some responsibility. Guns are powerful weapons and whether loaded or not loaded, you are expected to handle it safely.
Covid

What COVID-19 has Taught Us About Survival

September 15, 2021
COVID-19, without a doubt, was the most life-altering event of recent times. Although it is not the first pandemic to target mankind, it is the first large-scale outbreak since the dawn of the 21st century. The last pandemic before COVID was the Spanish flu, which took place in the early 1900s.
Violence

How to Protect Yourself Against an Active Shooter

May 17, 2021
Most normal people do not intentionally walk into a life-threatening situation like an active shooting scene. Scenarios like this are unpredictable and creep up on you with little to no warning. Hopefully, you never have to encounter this, but if you do, it is important to be armed with the proper knowledge.
Water

Survival: Hydration

September 13, 2015
We don’t really appreciate how much water we use, until we don’t have it to use anymore. Water is the keystone to all survival – we cannot live more than a couple days without it, we cannot raise crops or livestock without it, and we cannot keep clean and free of diseases without it.
Nuclear Warfare

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July 10, 2026
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Water

Surviving with No Running Water

May 28, 2024
Several occurrences can lead to water contamination or no running water. For instance, a blizzard could freeze pipes, an earthquake could burst pipes, or flooding can cause water reservoirs to be contaminated.
Survival Vehicle

Survivalist Vehicles: Affordable Off-Grid Options for Survivalists

April 2, 2024
In uncertain times, being prepared for the unexpected is essential for survivalists. Many individuals are investing in survivalist vehicles, which can help them go off-grid, and off roaf, when things take a turn for the worst.
Evacuation

Bug Out Vehicle: Gas vs Electric for Survivalists

February 9, 2024
One of the key questions that survivalists often grapple with is whether to choose a gas-powered vehicle or an electric one for their escape plan.
Cover

Crafting Survival Snow Shelters

January 4, 2024
Survival in winter demands mastery of three essentials: proper food & water, suitable clothing, and adequate shelter.
Finance

A Survivalist's Guide to Fear-Based Financial Markets

December 14, 2023
Survivalists in the financial realm need to be prepared for various seasons—some marked by fear and others by greed.
Survival Vehicle

The EarthRoamer: Your Ultimate Companion for Off-Grid Adventures and Survival

November 17, 2023
More than just a mode of transportation, EarthRoamers are packed with features designed to navigate remote terrains and provide a self-sufficient haven in times of need. Understand the essential features of EarthRoamers, why they are a crucial investment for both preppers and survivalists, and how they ensure they stay one step ahead in any unforeseen circumstance.
Bartering

The Role of Cash and Other Valuable Resources

July 31, 2023
From the necessity of cash as a lifeline during crises to the significance of other resources such as food, water, medical supplies, and energy sources; we explore how survivalists can secure their long-term well-being.
Survival Vehicle

Survival Vehicles: Essential Amenities, Modifications, and Types

July 10, 2023
For preppers, having a reliable and well-equipped vehicle is crucial for survival in emergency situations and post-apocalyptic scenarios. Whether you're preparing for natural disasters or planning to embrace an off-grid lifestyle, selecting the right vehicle and modifying it to meet basic survival standards can significantly enhance your chances of sustaining when SHTF.
Camouflage

What it Means to be a Gray Man

June 21, 2022
In life, you're told to stand out from the crowd, but in a SHTF scenario, that's the last thing you want to do. Instead you want to blend-in and be unnoticed.
Survival Vehicle

Tesla Cybertruck – New Bug Out Vehicle?

November 23, 2019
Typically Telsa only comes to mind in SHTF scenarios because they are electric cars. The new Cybertruck however, checks a few more boxes when being considered as a bug out vehicle.
Evacuation

Following the Railroad

April 20, 2016
In your normal life as you know it now, following the railroad tracks can often be dangerous for a number of different reasons. However, just like the roads that we do travel every day, railroad tracks crisscross the nation.
Nourishment

Survival: Nourishment

December 7, 2015
Survival in a disaster situation will ultimately come down to finding safety and the procurement of food and water. In this article we discuss the basic tactics for obtaining nourishment for survival over the course of several or more days.

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