Often overlooked or unknown to survival gardeners, these odd scraps can provide long lasting fertility for your survival garden.
Read MoreEven when taking every precaution, bad things still happen. Be ready with the right information and plan of action when you have a disagreement with a venomous snake.
Read MoreJerky isn’t just a tasty snack, it’s a global heritage food. This desiccated treat may have started out as a convenient way to store meat, but it has stood the test of time thanks to its rich flavors and extended shelf life.
Read MoreSummer survival hacks aren’t just handy in the deep wilderness. You might also need them in your very own home.
Read MoreCreativity is one of the greatest assets of the human species and from this creative talent we can devise “survival hacks” that give us a better chance for survival, especially in the heat of the summer.
Read MoreIt’s surprisingly fun and easier than you think to raise backyard chickens. Check out this quick overview.
Read MoreStorms and many other forms of mayhem can knock out our power and leave us in the dark, but thankfully, there are also many ways to provide backup lighting.
Read MoreEver had a custard apple or dog banana? There are many colorful common names for this useful tree; and for any survival enthusiast east of the Rockies, this is a great tree to get to know.
Read MoreWhen will these foolish fairly tales fade away? Here are five fallacies that fail to leave the survival arena.
Read MoreSurvival shelters are supposed to help you survive - not kill you faster. Here are five mistakes you can’t afford to make in an emergency.
Read MoreSmoked foods can be a delicacy, but smoking didn’t start out as just a flavoring process. It started as a preservation process and it’s a way of preparing food for storage that we can still use today.
Read MoreThis is one of the most important things you can do before heading out into the wild!
Read MoreThis healing substance is one of the plant medicines that I use the most throughout the year, and it’s something every outdoor skills and self-reliance enthusiast should know how to make.
Read MoreYour Bug Out Bag is your life support system in a disaster, but space is limited and weight is a major issue. If you’ve got the room and can bear a few extra ounces, consider some or all of these unusual items for their usefulness and versatility.
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Our agrarian ancestors routinely stored food supplies for future use and by continuing this practice, we can build up an excellent “edible insurance policy” for ourselves and our loved ones in modern times.
Read MoreFire building can be challenging, but learning new methods can help you rise to that challenge. And it’s so much fun!
Read MoreYou don’t have to be a full time farmer to grow your own food. Even a little bit of gardening can increase your independence!
Read MoreHere’s how you can find a campsite that’s good enough and safe enough without spending hours wandering around.
Read MoreSince this summer is running hotter than the last few summers, it’s more important than ever to monitor yourself and those around you for heat related illnesses.
Read MoreDon’t get caught with a dull knife when there are objects all around you that can field sharpen a blade.
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