There are many schools of teaching in first aid, but few know how to keep it SIMPLE quite like the Combat Medic. Sure, modern medics carry bags full of fancy gear, and they use it too–but what they can do in lieu of these tools is what a man should know for survival. In this […]
Most of us have lost count the number of times we’ve been stuck on the road in a long line of standstill traffic with no way out. While the delay is an inconvenience, it’s usually nothing more than that. We’re late to a meeting or to work, and we have no choice but to wait […]
In this article we’re going to look at some highly useful survival gear that you should carry with you if you plan on bugging out in the wild. You’ll be less likely to need these if you’re bugging in at home where you’ll be sheltered and have the usual conveniences and amenities at your disposal. […]
While Botany enthusiasts and ‘professional’ survivalists will know a thing or two about the dos and don’ts of wild plant life, most of us only know enough to avoid the occasional patch of poison ivy. Fortunately, there are a few basic tips that will (for the most part) help to keep you out of any […]
There are some survival items that are so useful and versatile that every prepper MUST own one. Paracord is one of them…and a shemagh is another. Pronounced ‘she-mog’, this item is similar to a bandana, but it’s much larger. Roughly 42” x 42”, the shemagh originated in the Middle East out of sheer necessity. The […]
Staying indoors is much more pleasant than trying to survive outside. However, in some situations, you might need to leave your home and bug out elsewhere to survive. Usually, you have two choices. You can either go to another urban area that’s unaffected, or you can go to a wilderness environment. It all depends on […]
The ability to start a fire is very important when you’re camping outdoors. You need fire to cook, stay warm, and even keep animals at bay. Trying to start a fire from scratch outdoors is a Herculean task and if you do not know how to do it, you’ll probably never succeed. In this article, […]
As a prepper or survivalist, you’re definitely going to need to build skills that most other people do not have. You’ll need to learn self-defense, firearm handling, camping, and many other skills. One of the most important skills you need is first aid knowledge. First aid is more than just applying a band aid on […]
During a crisis, there’s always an increased incidence of injuries and deaths. When a hurricane strikes there can be several dead with many more injured. The same applies to terrorist attacks that usually take place in crowded areas so as to inflict the most damage. Panic and chaos are the trademarks of a crisis. Getting […]
