*Short Story: If you just want to buy the absolute best value and quality food storage for your family of 4 people and be done with it, get the Auguson Farms 1 Year of Food Storage for 4 People. For folks that are in a position to buy commercially manufactured survival food, there are a … [Read more...] about Best Survival Food Companies
The Ultimate Survival Food List (2021 Update)
You're ready to crank up the food storage, and build out your year supply. Fantastic! Building up a well-fortified pantry is an important undertaking. It’s important to remember however, that stocking up on emergency food supplies is a 2-fronted battle: Stocking up on things that you will … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Survival Food List (2021 Update)
6 Common Places to Check for Radiation
If you think that radiation is on nuclear submarines and in the wild forests of Chernobyl, then you are seriously mistaken. It's everywhere. Ionizing radiation is emitted by phones, microwaves, televisions, computers, the walls of your home, and even yourself. Therefore, even those who live in … [Read more...] about 6 Common Places to Check for Radiation
Soda Bottle Fishing – A Survival Skill?
Have you heard of "soda bottle fishing?" I talked to a couple folks, today, and nobody had heard of this fishing method. I never saw it until 2001, when I was living in a campground on the bank of the Shenandoah River. First, I'm NOT talking about using bottles to float trot lines, which, at least … [Read more...] about Soda Bottle Fishing – A Survival Skill?
Boats: The Open Water Bug-Out Alternative
According to the NOAA, the oceans cover 71 percent of the Earth's surface. This means that if you're looking for an open, off-the-grid destination to take your group when the SHTF, heading out on the water can't be beat. Most people expect their feet to stay on solid ground, but if you live near the … [Read more...] about Boats: The Open Water Bug-Out Alternative
How To Make a Solar Grill [Easy DIY]
Solar cookers harness the power of the sun's rays to heat and cook food. Because they use only the sun, they are not reliant on a source of fuel, like propane and wood stoves are. This makes them great as a backup cookstove for emergency situations. Also known as "solar ovens", "solar grills", or … [Read more...] about How To Make a Solar Grill [Easy DIY]