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The 3 Rules of Frugal Prepping

By / July 25, 2022

Frugal prepping is the means to gather supplies by spending very little money. At some point in life, hardship happens to most people. Whether it is a job loss, natural disaster, medical problem, financial difficulties, or economic downturn – food, cash, or supplies can run short. Build a safety net of options. Living on less […]

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What If You’re in the Path of a Wildfire?

By / July 22, 2022

Whether you live in a rural area year-round or just travel to one on occasion, wildfires can be a major source of concern. These fast-moving natural disasters can crop up with little warning and sweep across the landscape obliterating everything in their path. Wildfires often cause devastation that affects the surroundings far beyond the point […]

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What Is Snake Shot and Does It Work?

By / July 17, 2022

Imagine you’re walking outside. Maybe you are fishing, camping, hiking or just taking care of some business on your property. All of a sudden, a venomous snake seemingly appears out of nowhere. You feel threatened, so you pull out a revolver, take aim, and pull the trigger. But you miss. You shoot a second time […]

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Check Out the SnugPak Jungle Bag for Your Summer Bug Out Bag

By / July 12, 2022

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How to choose the best inexpensive tarp for your survival shelter

By / July 11, 2022

Tarps can be really valuable survival tools. But what if your budget is limited and you need several that can effectively do the job? Here are some tarp materials that have worked for me. by Leon Pantenburg A thunderstorm heads your way.  Or you need shade from the blazing desert sun. Or you’re lost, the […]

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Fits Like a Glove: Choosing the Best Survival Gloves

By / July 9, 2022

When I was younger, I glamorized the idea of calloused and work-worn hands. I felt like a character out of a Steinbeck novel with every bump, cut, and torn fingernail I absorbed. I sure wizened up since then. Okay, not really;  I still avoid wearing gloves at every opportunity. I love the feeling of my […]

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Warning: Read this Before Stockpiling Water in Milk Jugs!

By / July 8, 2022

One of the best pieces of prepping advice I’ve heard is to stockpile emergency water in milk jugs or other plastic bottles, such as soda… But, if you don’t dig further, it is also one of the WORST pieces of prepping advice too! Milk Jugs Are Biodegradable! As a newbie prepper, I stored my family’s […]

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The 6 Best Horizontal Carry Knives for Camping and Survival 

By / July 5, 2022

Looking around for alternatives to a pocket EDC, I discovered the horizontal carry knife. Also known as a scout carry knife, these knives can be carried horizontally on the belt, making them easily accessible, comfortable, and concealable.  We’ve focused exclusively on non-folding, full tang horizontal carry knives made from top-quality materials. We also prioritized those […]

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July 1st: The Civil War Battle of Gettysburg, in 1863.

By / July 1, 2022

July 1st is the anniversary of the beginning of the Civil War Battle of Gettysburg, in 1863. — We’ve completed our camping trip, so I’ve reactivated the shopping cart system, at Elk Creek Company. Thanks for your patience. — Today’s feature is some advice that I have for folks without an FFL who might sell […]

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