In the area in which I live, there is a large population of poisonous snakes, namely rattlers. They are good in the sense that they consume large numbers of rodents that cause other problems. Personally, […]
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For years, I have used duct tape for all kinds of repairs. Duct tape is a great product and has served me will on many occasions. Now there is a new type of tape that
Fiberfix Tape, a Good Solution for Many Quick Repairs Read More »
The better observer you are, the better your chances of survival are in an emergency. If you spend a lot of time in the same general areas, you should take the time to learn to
Being a Good Observer is an Important Skill in the Backcountry Read More »
I watch several of the survival shows on TV and occasionally find some good information that slips by the directors. (It seems that many of these shows are more hype than substance.) I wouldn’t want
Fire Starting is a Skill You Need to Practice Read More »
The shooting that occurred in Orlando, Florida, has been on my mind ever since I heard about it yesterday. It clarified some thoughts that have been going through my mind for some time now. First,
What to Do In An Active Shooting Situation Read More »
Hopefully you have stocked up on a good selection of sewing supplies. So you look in your supplies and find a zipper repair kit. Instead of having to rip out the old one, which you
How to Repair Fasteners on Field Gear and Clothing Read More »
It seems like a lot of the tactical gear and camo uniforms that are currently available use a lot of Velcro? Now new Velcro has it place for some uses it is quick and
The Problems of Velcro on Tactical Gear Read More »
After a disaster whether you are bugging out or just scouting around your neighborhood, you will need to carry water. You never know what may happen that will keep you away from home a bit
Canteens are an Important Part of Your Field Gear Read More »
Most people have been exposed to baking wheat bread at some point in their lives. Normally it is baked with the use of a modern cook stove or a bread maker. The bread probably came
Baking Wheat Bread Without Modern Stoves Read More »
Most of us depend on the news for weather predictions. We have easy access to the weather service. So what happens when it is no longer available and we have to depend on our own
Weather Prediction for Preppers Using Nature Signs Read More »
