08
Jan
Jan
It’s the cold and flu season! Here’s a great video about how you can tell the difference between a cold and a flu.
05
Jan
Jan
There are a lot of ways for people to remind themselves to get prepared. Maybe they need a visual cue on a sticky note stuck to their bathroom mirror. Maybe they need an accountability partner. Maybe they just need to put reminders in their calendar or reminder app. What really works great for me is […]
22
Dec
Dec
This is a classic tip and one that should be repeated as often as possible. Do you keep bags or jugs of frozen water in your freezer(s)? Here’s why you should: They keep your freezer running better. The more cold products there are in your freezer, the harder your freezer has to work. They keep […]
21
Dec
Dec
During the “great gas shortage of 2017” after Hurricane Harvey hit here in Texas, we experienced mass chaos that caused a fake gas shortage. The news reported that there would be a slow down in gas production and delivery, which caused everyone to panic and run to the pumps to get ALL the gas. And […]
20
Dec
Dec
I recently picked up some of these anti-corrosion bags for my ammo. These are great bags for your bug out bag, everyday carry, get home bag, if you happen to keep ammo in your car, etc. These are great for a lot of other purposes outside of ammo, I just happened to buy them for […]
18
Dec
Dec
My daughter isn’t old enough to carry her own bug out bag yet, but this video has offered a lot of great ideas! If you have a child and you want to create a bug out bag for them, here’s a great start! Subscribe to my weekly mailing list where I offer tips and advice […]
15
Dec
Dec
If you have tools that you don’t know how to use or don’t feel confident using, then they’re basically going to be useless to you during an emergency or disaster. A ‘tool’ doesn’t have to be a physical object, either. It could be a skill, such as fire making. If you’re not that comfortable making […]
14
Dec
Dec
Christmas isn’t all about gifts, but if you’re still looking for something nice for that special prepper/outdoorsman/adventurer in your life, there’s still time! Here are some ideas: 1. Mountain House – Mountain House is truly one of my favorite freeze dried food companies. Great stocking stuffer! Use my coupon code to get 30% off when […]
13
Dec
Dec
If you’re looking for a portable solar panel to charge your devices on the go, especially for your bug out bag, I feel the Goal Zero Nomad is a great option. I’ve been using this solar panel for YEARS and it hasn’t failed me. You’d be surprised how many people don’t think that solar is […]
I’ve had my eye on chest seals to add to my first aid kits but they’re usually very expensive. This video from Bushcraft412 talks about where we can get these budget chest seals and even does a quick demo! Great for your first aid kit. Subscribe to my weekly mailing list where I offer tips […]