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It’s been 100 years since the Spanish Flu caused a global pandemic. While you can rest easy right now knowing a global pandemic is not currently a threat, it is just a matter of time before the next one arrives. And when the next one does arrive, “scientists say an outbreak of a flu-like illness could sweep across the planet in 36 hours and kill tens of millions due to our constantly-traveling population.”
To decrease the chances of an infectious illness spreading and infecting other household members, consider setting up a sick room. Learn what supplies should be on hand and some preventative measures that will ensure the illness is contained.
I don’t have to tell you that staying inside all day will put you on the fast track to flab town (I should know. I stay inside all day writing articles like this. You’re welcome).
It is important for you to pick up a few rolls of plastic sheeting for your home that can benefit you and your family not just for use in a greenhouse, but in a disaster, as well.
The fear of Ebola is real. With the laws and executive orders in place to govern the control of contagions, the government can force you into quarantine. Here are 50 things to do after you have napped and watched movie marathons.
There are many potential dangers associated with winter weather, but there’s one you might not have given much thought to snow and ice on your home’s roof. Here’s how to assess how much snow your roof can handle, how to determine if you need to remove snow, how to remove it safely, and the unique dangers that thawing ice and snow pose.
Across large swaths of the United States, people are deeply entrenched in an unprecedented flood season. From cyclone bombs to the complete annihilation of farmland and crops across the nations, Americans are experiencing one of the worst flood seasons in history.
No one wants this to happen, but when your life is on the line – know how to escape a sinking vehicle.
Given the fast acting nature of emergencies, you may only have a matter of minutes to gather the necessary items for survival and flee from danger. Creating a home escape plan by using these tips will save precious time and very well save your life.
With the threat of vehicles being threatened from extreme cold temperatures, this daily survival gear is a must to carry with you.
Dog treats are a fast and healthier way to show Fido how much you love him. Here are three tasty dog treat recipes that you can make in your home and save money in the process.
In a long-term emergency, the family dog and cat will serve many uses and steps should be taken to ensure their survival.
CBD oil is more than a fad. It seems like everyone, from athletes to everyday busy moms, and even veterinarians are using it as a natural and safe holistic treatment for a variety of ailments.
Dogs can serve multiple purposes in a SHTF scenario, but in a bug out scenario they also have a job to do – to help you get to your bug out location.
There are many potential dangers associated with winter weather, but there’s one you might not have given much thought to snow and ice on your home’s roof. Here’s how to assess how much snow your roof can handle, how to determine if you need to remove snow, how to remove it safely, and the unique dangers that thawing ice and snow pose.
When the power goes out during the coldest times of the year, these tips will help to ensure you stay warm.
In a true shtf event, you must exercise noise and light discipline in order to avoid being obsequious and potentially to evade a pursuer. Here is all you need to know to gain insight into these shtf skills.
Winter brings about erratic weather patterns and chances are that we may be caught in them while we are driving. Having an emergency kit in our vehicles will help to ensure our basic needs are met.
Finding food in the dead of winter is not impossible, you just need to know where to look and have supplies in place.
Here’s how to build an emergency pantry that is packed with nutritious, shelf-stable foods that will help your family keep energy levels up.
Survival seeds are one of those long-term preparedness measures that every family should have. If the days come when a survival garden is needed, the family will be happy to have invested in such an important prep item.
Storing protein powder is a pantry essential for emergency food storage. Ensure that your family has this essential nutrient stored and ready to go!
Trying to make fire from ice isn’t as easy as everyone makes it out to be. It’s not as simple as shaping a piece of ice into a lens and letting the sun shine through it.
Finding the right direction is just as important as traveling the right distance. Nature gives us two very predictable methods for navigating – the sun and stars. Here’s a great article on how to use them to find our direction.
When we were hunter-gatherers and even after human settlements such as towns and villages were established thousands of years ago…our ancestors used all of their senses. All of them.
Your pace count is your key to movement and land navigation on your feet. It is the basis for your two components of land navigation when traveling from one location to another: distance and direction.
Natural emergencies like flooding and wildfires have the capacity to destroy important documents. These bags will allow you to grab and go with peace of mind. What I like about this is it tested and passed the 2000° F test which is used for fireproof suits to ensure 100% protection.
If we all have the same preparation plan, then how do you think we will all survive a shtf event? We must think outside of the box.
Acquiring a natural form of night vision will be an essential tool to fall upon if you are living through a shtf event. Here are some tips and tricks on how to naturally enhance your night vision.
Many potential issues can be resolved or avoided if they are identified before the trigger is pressed. Here are a few important steps to take before loading a new gun or a used gun you have never fired.
To decrease the chances of an infectious illness spreading and infecting other household members, consider setting up a sick room. Learn what supplies should be on hand and some preventative measures that will ensure the illness is contained.
We all have our fair share of band-aids and antibiotic ointment, but do you have medical supplies that can help with true medical emergencies? The following list is your basic medical preparations broken into sections of need to help in your organization.
Tourniquets aren’t discussed often when it comes to prepping supplies; the focus seems to be on medical supplies such as antibiotics and simple first aid kit. But a tourniquet should be added to your gear, and there is one big life-saving reason why.
The humble safety pin has more prepper uses than you would think.
This may be one of the easiest ways to collect water in the wintertime.
With water being one of your main survival priorities, you want to know multiple ways of procuring water in an emergency situation. Knowing the hidden sources of water in your area and how to procure it will keep you alive.
Did you know that if you have 1,000 square feet of roof and it rains an inch or two one day, that one rainfall has provided you with 600-1,200 gallons of water falling from your roof?
There’s quite a few ways to keep water but the big questions are how much water to save and what’s the best way to keep it safe?
The use of renewable and sustainable energy sources is growing worldwide. Here are three relatively unheard of energy sources you can find in your home.
Alcohol is a very valuable commodity that has many uses now and will be invaluable during a long-term disaster. When used responsibly and safely, it can give you a powerful edge with everything from powering engines, to making medicines and even starting a fire.
As for producing your own electricity, buying the right battery to store your energy is one of the most important decisions you’ll make, especially if you plan on relying on solar energy.
The current world is at it’s peak as far as consumption is concerned. With our finite resources, it’s time we begin exploring alternatives.
