Picture this: it’s 2 a.m. You’re dead asleep, dreaming about finding the last can of Spam on earth. Suddenly—HONK!—your feathered security detail sounds off like it’s the Fourth of July. Forget James Bond-level lasers and high-tech tripwires; sometimes the best defense is a gaggle of honking geese, a loyal dog, Read more…
They say money makes the world go ‘round, but I’d argue it’s actually duct tape, bungee cords, and that one guy named Steve who somehow knows how to repair a composting toilet with a butter knife and a half-chewed pencil. In a world where preppers are stocking up on freeze-dried Read more…
When the topic of survival comes up, people love to talk about bugging out. The fantasy goes something like this: You grab your go-bag, dramatically swing on a backpack like you’re in an action movie, and disappear into the wilderness, where you will single-handedly build a log cabin, wrestle a Read more…
Why Your Phone and Laptop Are the Bedtime Roommates You Don’t Want Let’s get real: the gadgets you adore—your trusty phone, your ever-reliable laptop—might be the worst bedtime companions ever. Sure, they keep you connected, entertained, and even lull you to sleep, but they also come with a fiery side. Read more…
Preparedness in the Concrete Jungle: A High-Rise Survival Guide So, you’ve chosen the high life – literally. While your suburban prepping friends are worrying about their chicken coops and victory gardens, you’re figuring out how to turn your 12th-floor apartment into an urban survival oasis without making your living room Read more…
If you’ve reached the point where your pantry shelves are groaning under the weight of enough beans to feed a small army, it’s time to shift gears. While food storage is the poster child of preparedness, there’s a whole world of essential items that deserve your attention. Let’s talk about Read more…
Turn Trash Into Treasure: How to Make Survival Rope from Plastic Bottles If you’ve ever looked at that pile of empty water bottles and seen anything beyond recycling bin filler, congratulations – you’re thinking like a true prepper. Today, we’re going to explore how to turn those disposable bottles into Read more…
Let’s talk about one of the most underappreciated heroes in the preparedness world: the mylar emergency blanket. You know the ones – those crinkly, shiny sheets that look like they were stolen from a 1970s disco party. At about $1 each, they’re cheaper than a cup of fancy coffee, but Read more…
Living in an underground home offers many advantages, from energy efficiency and growing my garden indoors, to natural disaster protection. However, it comes with a unique challenge: rodents. These unwelcome guests can wreak havoc on carefully stored food supplies, threatening years of preparedness efforts. As an avid prepper residing in Read more…
In today’s urban landscape, many of us find ourselves living in apartments or studio dwellings where space is at a premium. However, limited square footage doesn’t mean you have to compromise on your preparedness goals. With some creativity and smart planning, you can build a robust preparedness strategy even in Read more…