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How to Protect Against an EMP: EMP Protection 101

January 11, 2023 7 min read

Our modern society depends on an intricate and complex web of electronic equipment and systems. This system is awe-inspiring and affords us many luxurious creature comforts we have come to enjoy (and take for granted). But what if that system turned off in the blink of an eye?
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How Long Are MREs Good For? A Few Keys to MRE Shelf Life

How Long Are MREs Good For? A Few Keys to MRE Shelf Life

January 06, 2023 5 min read

Meals ready to eat, or MREs for short, have been a long-standing staple in pre-packaged food. MREs were initially created in the early 1980s to improve upon earlier forms of pre-packed rations used for military personnel. Since then, MREs have continued to play a role in providing nutrition to military personnel. 
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4 Methods for How to Open a Can Without a Can Opener

December 22, 2022 6 min read

Imagine this—disaster has struck, and you’ve evacuated to safety. If you are following the survival rule of three, then you already have a safe shelter and a reliable water source. Now it’s time to focus on food. 
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12 Foods to Stock Up On: The Best Foods to Stockpile

12 Foods to Stock Up On: The Best Foods to Stockpile

December 21, 2022 9 min read

It’s easy to fill your home's pantry and empty space with random food you buy from the store. You just pick the best deals and focus on bulk over anything else. However, you risk stepping back and realizing you’re inundated with poor quality and bad-tasting food, some of which you may not even eat. 
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Gray Man Tactics: Using Gray Man Theory To Stay Safe

December 19, 2022 8 min read

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DIY Bucket Toilet: How to Make Your Own Emergency Potty Bucket

December 19, 2022 5 min read

Natural disasters regularly disable sewage and septic systems. This is particularly true for hurricanes and cyclones that create massive flooding. When this occurs, quality of life decreases, and we become more at risk of contaminating our environment with human waste. 
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Survival Plans: Kickstart Your Survival Planning

Survival Plans: Kickstart Your Survival Planning

December 13, 2022 7 min read

Being prepared for the unexpected is a full-time job. It’s a priceless (and thankless) endeavor that doesn’t remunerate with money or merits. However, when emergencies strike and threaten you and your family's livelihood, your self-reliant investment will pay off massively if you have a good survival plan in place. 
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7 Ways to Filter & Purify Water in the Wild

7 Ways to Filter & Purify Water in the Wild

December 06, 2022 8 min read

Learning how to filter water in the wild is a critical survival skill. Water often isn’t hard to come by when you’re out in the woods. In fact, it’s the most abundant resource on Earth. Unfortunately, only a tiny proportion of water you’ll find out in the wild is consumable. The best way to get drinkable water is to bring your own, but that’s not always feasible. 
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The 21 Best Gifts for Survivalists & Preppers in Your Life

December 05, 2022 8 min read

Finding gifts for preppers can be tricky. It’s in their nature to always be prepared, so most survivalists and preppers are notorious for already having it all. 
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Healthy Hobbies: Productive Hobbies & Skills to Improve your Mental Health

November 25, 2022 8 min read

For most of us, our beloved hobbies are simply ways to have fun and fill our free time. They help us connect with family and friends, as well as maintain a healthy balance between work and play. 
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 Camping Bread

Camping Bread: The Art of Baking Campfire Bread 4 Ways

November 18, 2022 8 min read

Baking delicious loaves of camp bread has played an integral role in the human diet and has been a hobby many have enjoyed for centuries. Over the years, recipes have gotten increasingly more delicious as ingredients and baking utensils have improved. 
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Make Fishing Lures: Using Homemade Fishing Lures to Catch a Monster

November 16, 2022 8 min read

A hobby, such as making homemade fishing lures, is an excellent way to fill your free time or unwind after a long day of work. Spending time on an activity you enjoy can help improve your well-being and mental health and help you become more self-reliant. 
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