Hydration options abound. Bottled water has become an industry in itself, offering health benefits while promising increased energy levels. Plastic water bottles take decades to degrade, and recycling them rarely yields cost-effective results. Canned water may offer more sustainable choices with 30 year shelf lives or greater. 1. Liquid Death Liquid Death’s name and skull-covered…
Firemaking with sticks is an invaluable survival skill that all survivalists should master. Matches may get wet and lighters may run out of fuel quickly; while sticks are plentiful throughout wilderness environments. Before beginning, find an appropriate spindle stick made of soft wood such as poplar or willow. 1. Bow Drill Bow drilling can help…
Prepping is a growing trend that seeks to empower individuals. These quotes can serve as motivation to get your prep on. Many of these quotes come from Confucius. He was an influential philosopher who believed that all you can rely on is yourself. Education As we move through life, our education increases steadily. From lessons…
When it comes to emergency preparedness, having all the essential items is key – this includes food and water supplies as well as shelter, medical supplies and more. Out of necessity, however, certain items should never be left out of your bug out bag as they could prove vital in helping ensure survival efforts are…
There is an immense source of potential energy, but it needs to be harnessed. That is where a generator comes into play. Generators are devices that transform mechanical energy (derived from coal, oil, natural gas, wind, water or nuclear reactions) into electrical energy by running a current through a wire circuit. Electricity Electricity is one…
Rocket stoves offer a safe, efficient, and environmentally friendly alternative to traditional open fires. Not only do they reduce smoke and harmful emissions from open fires, but they use less fuel wood too – converting more of its energy into usable heat energy. They’re becoming an increasingly popular way to cook outdoors. Furthermore, they’re relatively…
If you need to store food for long-term storage or in case of an emergency, proper shelving can help keep your pantry organized and convenient. Shelves should be strong enough to support all your food items and cans. Cheaper shelves may bow or collapse under the weight of your items. Simple Trending Organizer Maintaining order…
Candles add a cozy, aromatic atmosphere to your home, but their wax can burn out quickly if not heated properly – that’s why candle warmers come in such handy. These devices work by melting wax without burning its wick, helping you extend the life of your candles and make them more eye-catching. Safety Candles are…
A handheld radio is an excellent option for a prepper. Most handheld radios can work on VHF and UHF frequencies, but there are also HF models available that are smaller and easier to take out in the field. This radio type is sometimes referred to as a QRP radio, which stands for low-power. Preppers who…
Prepper ham radio frequencies can be beneficial when preparing for a disaster. These frequencies can help you receive emergency alerts and communicate with other people worldwide. For example, you can use a UK-specific channel to receive information from the Met Office, the nation’s weather service. Ham radios use both UHF and VHF frequencies. While CB…
