Get Free Heat With This DIY Solar “Window Unit” [STEP-BY-STEP]
Let’s face it; the cost of heating is ridiculous these days. And it’s likely to get worse before it gets better. But you have must keep warm; it’s a matter of safety every bit as much as it is a...
View ArticleWhat Happens When You Shoot Guns Under Water [VIDEO GALLERY]
When it comes to real world firearms testing, sometimes it’s the oddball “what-ifs” that captivate our attention, rather than the boring old ballistics tests that are more likely to be relevant in a...
View Article6 Ingenious Survival Hacks [PHOTOS]
Necessity, so they say, is the mother of invention. And that mother’s righthand man is a little thing called resourcefulness. No matter how well thought-out your hiking backpack is, or how complete...
View ArticleHow to Build a Cinder Block Grill
As summer approaches, BBQ grills across the country ignite. Outdoor cooking is a great family activity because it not only gets you outdoors and in the elements, but it’s also a great time to teach...
View Article6 Ingenious Survival Hacks [PHOTOS]
Necessity, so they say, is the mother of invention. And that mother’s righthand man is a little thing called resourcefulness. No matter how well thought-out your hiking backpack is, or how complete...
View Article10 Edible (and Free!) Springtime Wild Plants
As springtime rolls around, you will soon begin to see a large and diverse list of plants and flowers growing wildly in many places. This opens up many fantastic opportunities for preppers and...
View ArticleTop 5 Turkey Guns
=In the quest for self-sufficiency, there are certain activities that sharpen one particular survival skill at a time, such as target practice or learning new shelter-building techniques. Then there...
View ArticleHow to Build Your Own DIY Beer Bottle Citronella Torches [VIDEO]
Independence Day may have come and gone… but the war for your independence from backyard bugs still rages on. And nobody wants to go to war without some seriously effective weapons. That’s why we’re...
View Article86-Year-Old Sniper Veteran Still Has Deadly Accuracy [VIDEO]
The longest recorded sniper kill was shot from a distance of 2,706 yards by Corporal Craig Harrison in November 2009, but this feat was accomplished by an active soldier with modern technology on his...
View ArticleTop 3 B.O.B. Guns
Recently, I had a friend ask me, “what’s the best gun for my bug-out bag?” It’s a question that I’ve answered more than a few of times over the years, but my answer has always been the same. I answer...
View ArticleHow to Survive a Bullet Wound [STEP-BY-STEP]
In our quest for self-reliance, we’re often drawn to fun topics like how to build wilderness cabins, or which bug-out vehicle to buy. However, learning to deal with the very unpleasant realities we...
View Article13 Surprising TSA-Approved Preparedness Items
Since the creation of the TSA, packing your bags and heading to the airport has become a continuing source of confusion and anxiety for the American traveler. What’s allowed? What’s banned? Do I have...
View ArticleHow to Make DIY Waterproof Matches [Step-by-Step]
Wet matches are a major annoyance in ideal conditions. But when you’re in desperate need of a fire, in rainy or snowy conditions let’s say, wet matches are a complete disaster. Don’t let this disaster...
View ArticleTop 8 Wildest Cat Encounters Caught on Camera [VIDEO GALLERY]
Next: Can You Spot The Stalking Mountain Lion? (He’s Right There!) If you’ve ever wondered how difficult it really is to spot a cougar in the wild, you need to watch this video. Although we don’t think...
View ArticleHow to Properly Siphon Gas during an Emergency
Gas will quickly become one of the most important commodities in a SHTF crisis. Unfortunately, it will also be one of the scarcest. The gas stations that do have fuel will have unimaginably long...
View Article8 Ways to Purify Water You Never Knew About
Water is an essential liquid that can help keep your skin moisturized. Your body also utilizes water to maintain key bodily functions and regulate a normal temperature. As your body loses water through...
View ArticleHow to Properly Siphon Gas during an Emergency
Gas will quickly become one of the most important commodities in a SHTF crisis. Unfortunately, it will also be one of the scarcest. The gas stations that do have fuel will have unimaginably long...
View Article8 Tips for Taking Down Rampaging Terrorists in Public
Terrorist attacks are on the rise everywhere you look, it seems. And as we’ve seen, these attacks can take many forms. Whether it’s a suicide bomber in a crowded stadium or the driver of a car who...
View ArticleHow to Make Charcoal When the SHTF
Many of us use charcoal to fuel our BBQ grills on a regular basis, but do you know how to produce your own high-quality charcoal? It’s extremely easy, resourceful, and it can even be fun. What’s more,...
View Article[VIDEO] Amazing Belt-fed .22 Will Blow Your Mind (and 100 Rounds in 12 seconds)
As much fun as it would be to shoot a fully automatic rifle… when you stop to think about ammo prices (not to mention all the legal paperwork), it’s hard to imagine fully enjoying burning through...
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