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• Wondering About Gold? (Part II)
  Just about a year ago the Chinese authorities passed regulations that encouraged gold trading  – and it appears to be working. From ZeroHedge: Stunning Images From China: Ten Thousand People Waiting In Line To Buy Gold Sometimes one must see to be…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 2:23pm -
• Yahoo! News India: US ‘backed plan to launch chemical weapon attack on Syria, blame it on Assad govt’: Report
  Yet one more example of a False Flag attempt: The Obama administration gave green signal to a chemical weapons attack plan in Syria that could be blamed on President Bashar al Assad’s regime and in turn, spur international military action in the de…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 2:14pm -
• Philly Closes 23 Public Schools, Generously Builds $400 Million Prison Where Kids Can Hang Instead
  Alternet tells us: Philadelphia is so broke the city is closing 23 public schools, never mind that it has the cash to build a $400 million prison. Makes you wonder what the real motiviation is. If you can’t fill the schools, might as well fill th…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 2:08pm -
• View Here! The Bill of Rights Declassified by the NSA
  How generous that our masters (NSA) have released this document to let us know that  we have certain “rights.”   We are still submitting FOIA requests to determine what those rights are.    
  - 8 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 2:54pm -
• How Do You Say: “Banana Republic” in French?
  As reported on zerohedge today: France Prohibits Sending Currency, “Coins And Precious Metals” By Mail In new legislation which was enacted May 23rd, the French government decreed that it is forbidden to send all forms of currency – coins and c…
  - 9 days ago, 11 Jun 13, 2:15pm -
• Obama, Hillary Clinton, Janet Napolitano, Eric Holder, and all Nanny-State Politicians Hate This Woman
  I’m sure this woman has been currently tagged by the Department of Homeland Security as a potential terrorist. We can’t have serfs of the state voicing their opinions, can we?  
  - 14 days ago, 6 Jun 13, 2:34pm -
• School Bus Driver Fired For Expressing Concern About a 6th Grader That Was Denied Lunch Due To Being 40 Cents Short
  cnet says: Let’s role play. You’re a school bus driver at Haralson County Middle School in Georgia. A 6th-grader gets on your bus and complains he’s hungry. You ask him why he’s hungry. The kid says he was 40 cents short on his lunch card, so…
  - 14 days ago, 6 Jun 13, 2:20pm -
• Eagle Scout Candidate Son Watches as His Father Is Arrested – Town of Temple, Texas Responds With March
  For being “the only true Republic state in the Nation,”  Texas sure has its share of over-reaching police involvement in gun confiscations, arrests, and lawsuits. In case you missed the story last month: “While out hiking with my son through b…
  - 15 days ago, 5 Jun 13, 2:13pm -
• The Bitcoin Crash of 2013 (How I Learned to Love BitCoin.)
  Bitcoin has crashed!!!!  It’s everywhere in the news this week.   Do a quick Google search for Bitcoin and you will be inundated with doom and gloom, charges that it is a ponzi scheme, stories of theft, real life hacking tales, and all things ne…
  - 70 days ago, 11 Apr 13, 4:17pm -
• I Sure Hope This Isn’t “Shoot Through the Door” Biden’s House
  A great photo on We Are the Second Amendment!  wr2a.com
  - 72 days ago, 9 Apr 13, 3:24pm -

SHTF Plan

• newEPIC RANT: “They Take a Press Release from the Federal Reserve and They Think It Was Written by God”
  This afternoon we got a very small dose of what to expect should the Fed pull back on the monthly billion dollar bailouts.
  - 8 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 11:49pm -
• Bye-bye 5th Amendment! Supreme Court Decides: Anything You Don’t Say Can and Will Be Used Against You
  Everyone knows that when building a police state, it’s vital to strike a few Constitutional rights off the books. Now, we can add the right to remain silent to the graveyard of the American justice system.
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 5:05am -
• Building Your SHTF Combat Overwatch Rifle
  The overwatch rifle is not just a tool, it is also a strategy, and when I refer to “overwatch”, I am referring to a guerrilla methodology, not the standard military usage involving sniper support.
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 12:00am -
• Real Life Spy Drama On U.S. Bound Plane: “I’m Dead Already, They’re Gonna Kill Me” *VIDEO REPORT*
  "He was screaming something to the effect that he had information about something Edward Snowden released, and that he had information for the U.S. but he was being hussled away by the CIA and being taken away to some safehouse, never to be seen agai…
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 5:33pm -
• Watch Your Cash: New BAIL-IN Rules Will Force “Failed Bank Losses on Investors”
  The collapse of the global financial system is a foregone conclusion and it has just been confirmed by finance ministers around the world.
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 5:05am -
• 14-Year-Old Faces Year In Jail Over Pro-Gun T-Shirt
  Police initially claimed Marcum made “terroristic threats” for daring to exercise his first amendment...
  - 2 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 9:45pm -
• They Know: Billionaires Are Quietly And Rapidly Dumping Millions of Shares of Stock
  Ben Bernanke’s magic show will soon come to an end, and all of his tricks will be exposed for the statistical illusions they really are.
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 6:52pm -
• Detroit Goes Under: “There Is No Way Out But Collapse”
  This is a serious occurrence, and one that will not only destroy the financial bottom line of lenders and wipe out retirement promises for tens of thousands of current and former employees, but may well foreshadow events to come throughout the rest o…
  - 3 days ago, 16 Jun 13, 10:19pm -
• Learn A Post-Collapse Trade Before It’s Too Late
  Full-Spectrum Fiscal Disaster Is No Longer Theory; It Is Certain...
  - 5 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 8:45pm -
• Gold Buying Panic In China: 10,000 People Wait In Line For Their Chance to Own Precious Metals (Stunning Pictures)
  If you want to know what it’s going to look like in front of precious metals dealers when confidence in our government’s ability to manage this crisis is finally lost for good, then look no further...
  - 6 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 6:17pm -

The Survival Mom

• When is it time to get out of Dodge? The experts weigh in, Part 2
  When to get out of Dodge (GOOD) is the question a lot of survival minded people ask themselves. Sometimes, in the case of massive flooding or earthquake damage, the answer is obvious: get out now! But looking ahead to a Read MoreThe post When is it t…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 6:21pm -
• If you have a really green thumb, this at-home business concept might work for you
  Once again I am trying to revive a garden that was once the source of so much hope back, oh, 8 or 9 weeks ago. June is usually the hottest month of the year  here in Phoenix, and once again Read MoreThe post If you have a really green thumb, this at…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 3:12pm -
• Survival Survey: What does being a Survival Dad mean to you?
  June is the month of Father’s Day and with that in mind, I wanted to ask the dads and grandpas out there what it means to be a Survival Dad. Do you feel the future security of your family is Read MoreThe post Survival Survey: What does being a Surv…
  - 4 days ago, 16 Jun 13, 10:38am -
• INSTANT SURVIVAL TIP: Take a look at solar backpacks. Really!
  I’ve been kind of slow coming around to viewing solar backpacks as a survival necessity because I trend toward thinking in terms of worst case scenarios. In such a scenario, electronics will likely be completely worthless, but! We’re not there Re…
  - 4 days ago, 15 Jun 13, 9:38pm -
• Packing your pet’s evacuation kit
  Guest post by Laura McLain Madsen, DVM Do you own one (or more) of the 69 million pet dogs and 74 million pet cats in America? Or the 8 million pet birds, 4 million horses, or 2 million pet turtles? Read MoreThe post Packing your pet’s evacuation k…
  - 5 days ago, 15 Jun 13, 4:38pm -
• Survive the family road trip with these 13 tips
  I’ve traveled more than 12,000 miles in the past 3 years on road trips with my family. I go into more detail about our travels and these tips in my radio show, but here are some of my favorite tips Read MoreThe post Survive the family road trip wit…
  - 7 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 5:30pm -
• INSTANT SURVIVAL TIP: Help rescuers find you after a tornado
  What a tornado season it’s been so far, and not in a good way. The United States gets more tornadoes every year than any other country and for sure, we have the wreckage to show for it. One of my Read MoreThe post INSTANT SURVIVAL TIP: Help rescuer…
  - 10 days ago, 10 Jun 13, 10:00am -
• 10 Great Collapse-Day Recipes for the Solar Cooker:
  Guest post by Heidi, who had way too much fun coming up with these recipe titles! You’ll appreciate these someday when the grid is down and zombies are walking up your front sidewalk! 1.  I Don’t Want to Bean Hungry Read MoreThe post 10 Great Co…
  - 11 days ago, 9 Jun 13, 10:00am -
• How will you know when the balloon goes up? Advice from survival experts
  A few weeks ago I had the oddest dream. In this dream, I was at home when my husband walked in the door from work and said, “The balloon’s gone up.” Immediately, my kids and I set about getting ready Read MoreThe post How will you know when the…
  - 12 days ago, 8 Jun 13, 10:20am -
• VIDEO: How to be a prepper
  From where I sit it’s kind of hard to tell what the general public thinks of preppers. All of the preppers I know are smart, kind, and completely sane, but I have to admit that Doomsday Preppers does a pretty Read MoreThe post VIDEO: How to be a pr…
  - 13 days ago, 7 Jun 13, 10:10am -

Dr. Bones & Nurse Amy

• The Survival Medicine Handbook Second Edition Is Out!
                  Dr. Bones and Nurse Amy are happy to announce the publication of the Second Edition of The Survival Medicine Handbook! “The Survival Medicine Handbook: When Medical Help is NOT on the Way” is the second edition of the Am…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 3:03pm -
• Stab Wound Management
  Given the media outcry against gun ownership, it’s easy to forget the wounds that are caused by knives and other sharp instruments.  Trauma incurred from these injuries may be minor or major; penetrating trauma such as caused by a stab wound shou…
  - 3 days ago, 16 Jun 13, 11:36pm -
• Emergency Medicine Vs. Survival Medicine
      Standard emergency medicine strategies are intended to aid you in managing situations where the incident did not occur within easy reach of a hospital .  Certainly, modern medical care on an ocean voyage or wilderness hike is not readily avail…
  - 8 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 7:46pm -
• Why We Are Wheezing: CO2 And Asthma
    Whatever your thoughts on global warming, one disturbing fact recently surfaced: Carbon Dioxide (CO2) emissions in the atmosphere have reached a peak level not seen for over 3 million years.CO2 monitoring stations high on the Mauna Loa volcano (Ha…
  - 12 days ago, 8 Jun 13, 12:07am -
• Poison Ivy And Its Relatives
    In the Northern Hemisphere, warm weather is upon us and school is done for the summer.  As such, we can expect a lot more time in the outdoors for the average family.  Although this is ordinarily a healthy pursuit, there are circumstances where…
  - 16 days ago, 4 Jun 13, 6:55pm -
• Flood Safety
  Reading about the flood in San Antonio that took the life of 2 women, I realized that I hadn’t written an article about flood safety, other than discussing storm surges during hurricanes.  Yet floods count among the disasters most responsible for…
  - 24 days ago, 26 May 13, 8:11pm -
• Doom and Bloom Hour: Camping Survival with Tom Sciacca
        On the Doom and Bloom Hour, May 25, 2013, Dr. Bones and Nurse Amy discuss tornados and some new changes on www.DoomandBloom.net. Our guest is Tom Sciacca, owner and founder of CampingSurvival.com. Tom has been camping most of his life and wi…
  - 25 days ago, 26 May 13, 12:39am -
• Tornado: What You Should Know
        After what I thought was a quiet spring, we have experienced a horrific tornado in Oklahoma with more than 50 killed.  Loss of life from disasters, both natural and man-made, is an ever-present danger, and we must be prepared to deal with t…
  - 28 days ago, 22 May 13, 10:47pm -
• Doom and Bloom Hour: Prepare2Endure Expo
    This week’s Doom and Bloom Hour welcomes Bryan and Daron Payne of Pioneer Productions, LLC, founders of the Prepare2Endure Expo next June 8-9 in Bakersfield, California. Bryan and Daron will talk about the ins and outs of putting these events to…
  - 32 days ago, 18 May 13, 9:34pm -
• Keeping The Medic Healthy
  Last time, we talked about how to set up a well-planned sick room in a bug-out camp or if staying in place.  Now, let’s talk a little about the medic. How does the medic avoid becoming the patient? As a caregiver, what can you do to protect your h…
  - 34 days ago, 16 May 13, 11:47pm -

Destiny Survival

• FEMA Institute Self-Study
  You’ve heard it said many times that knowledge is power. It’s vital for preppers to have as much knowledge as possible to make the wisest decisions and carry out the right actions when they’re called for. One resource is FEMA. Below is info on…
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 1:23pm -
• Prepping Begins at 40
  The title above is a perversion of an old saying that “Life begins at 40.” Only in this case, the 40 refers to The Encyclopedia of Country Living, 40th Anniversary Edition. And if you don’t yet have a copy of it, then let the prepping begin at…
  - 5 days ago, 15 Jun 13, 1:23pm -
• Make a Home Store a Part of Your Prepping Strategy
  It’s important when you’re prepping to get quality long term storage food and other necessities that will be there when you need them during a crisis. But what if you use your preps now? What if you made having a home store part of your prepping…
  - 6 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 1:09pm -
• Easy RV Meals
  Have you thought of planning a vacation around locations you might like to move to before the coming chaos hits? If you’re planning to travel–such as by RV–this season, consider the following info from Wise Food Storage.   RVers face some chal…
  - 9 days ago, 11 Jun 13, 1:02pm -
• How to Remedy Severe Dehydration
  Editor’s Note: With the onset of hot weather, it’s important not to get dehydrated. Severe dehydration becomes a matter of life and death. Tammy Mahan passes along these helpful tips. Think survival. – John * * * * *   About 75 percent of your…
  - 12 days ago, 8 Jun 13, 1:15pm -
• Survivor Jack Makes Prepping Practical and Fun
  Within the past two or three years, more people and companies have spoken out, urging us to get prepared. A sense of urgency is on the rise. One of those new voices for prepping–at least new to me–was my guest on DestinySurvival Radio yesterday.…
  - 13 days ago, 7 Jun 13, 1:16pm -
• Leather Working
  Editor’s note: If your prepping strategy includes learning new survival skills, check out the info below from Craig Caudill about a skill you may want to pick up.     Working with leather is not something a lot of people get the chance to do. Lea…
  - 16 days ago, 4 Jun 13, 1:08pm -
• No Ammo Shortage Here
    Click on the crossbow to find out more.  
  - 19 days ago, 1 Jun 13, 1:08pm -
• A Nurse Talks About Rational Preparedness
  I found out about a book called Rational Preparedness in sort of a backdoor manner. My friend Gerald writes pieces which I post on his behalf at The Last Robin blog. From time to time Jane of Virginia leaves a comment about a post. In one comment a c…
  - 20 days ago, 31 May 13, 1:20pm -
• Tending to Your Garden While on Vacation
  Here’s practical advice from Marcela De Vivo on how to make sure your survival garden survives when you’re away for a while. – John   You love your garden, but you also love to vacation. Who would have thought that these two wonderful things c…
  - 23 days ago, 28 May 13, 1:05pm -

Libertarian Rantfest

• newSwack Shack Product Review
  I have been asked to review the Swack Shack. Several folks including Commander Zero have been on the fence about getting one so it's only fair to give my impressions on it to help with their decision making.The Swack Shack is basically a huge (9'X…
  - 4 hours ago, 20 Jun 13, 4:20am -
• newQuote of the Day
  "Being as I am a self proclaimed gun expert......."Yankee Marshal
  - 17 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 2:31pm -
• Random Tuesday Thoughts
  -It might be time to re read the Matthew Bracken novels as they seem to be playing out in real life. -This whole discussion about the NSA, Verizon, etc all data gathering is interesting. First that stuff called 'meta data' matters, modern computer…
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 12:42am -
• And the Winner of One Year In Hell Is...
  Chris has won a membership to Selco's One Year In Hell. Send me an email and I will pass on the UN/PW. The winner will have 2 days to claim the prize or an alternate winner will be selected.-Ryan
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 12:32am -
• Putting Together Bags and Systems
  Alexander Wolfe has been talking about the Good Idea Fairly lately in terms of how it relates to different things, in this case hygiene kits. In choosing what to pack/ carry there are always choices. Sometimes there is an element of personal selecti…
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 3:54am -
• Flash Give Away: Selco's One Year In Hell Membership
  Giving away a membership to Selco's One Year In Hell. Say you want it or something similar in a comment and you are entered. A winner will be randomly selected in approximately 24 hours.*The winner will have 2 days to claim the prize or an alterna…
  - 2 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 10:57pm -
• Bug Out Dinner- Ramen Style
  As usual this bug out meal starts with the Solo Pot 900. My Solo Stove is sitting this one out as open flames are sort of uncool during the spring/ summer in dry fire prone Arizona.The convenient measuring marks on the side were helpful. Just…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 4:41am -
• Gratuitous Benchmade Presidio 5000 Auto Pic
  This is my new EDC knife. It is a Benchmade Presidio 5000 auto. The auto axis mechanism is pretty awesome. Got is used with some scuffs n scratches and a corresponding good deal. Anyway I wanted a Benchmade auto for about a decade. Just recently i…
  - 5 days ago, 15 Jun 13, 7:28am -
• Holsters for Practical Use
  For most pistols you tend to want two holsters. Some sort of a concealed carry holster and an open carry/ tactical type one. Of course the gun and it's concept of use matter; you probably do not need a CCW holster for a Smith and Wesson 629 with a 6…
  - 5 days ago, 15 Jun 13, 12:38am -
• Birdshot For Self Defense?
  An interesting video on the use of 12 gauge birdshot for self defense. This video makes a pretty compelling argument that birdshot is adequate for close quarters type self defense. A several inch deep hole the size of a fist is nothing to sneer at…
  - 6 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 2:44pm -

Survival Blog

• newNotes from JWR:
  June 20th is the birthday of Audie L. Murphy. he was born in 1925. He died in a plane crash on May 28, 1971.) -- I just heard that novelist Vince Flynn died at the untimely age of 47. I'm...
  - 7 hours ago, 20 Jun 13, 1:02am -
• newSharp Wound Management, by Amy Alton, A.R.N.P. and Joe Alton, M.D.
  Given the media outcry against gun ownership, it's easy to forget the wounds that are caused by knives and other sharp instruments.  Trauma incurred from these injuries may be minor or major; penetrating trauma such as caused by a...
  - 7 hours ago, 20 Jun 13, 1:02am -
• newEconomics and Investing:
  Analyst Says China's Credit Bubble Is Unlike Anything In Modern History. (Thanks to Andre D. for the link.) Four current trends in the housing market: Rents holding steady nationwide, young home buyers, bidding war trends, and going after strategic d…
  - 7 hours ago, 20 Jun 13, 1:01am -
• newOdds 'n Sods:
  Pantry Paratus is offering a free Sport Berkey filtering water bottle with any purchase $150 or more.  This offer is only valid through June 30th.        o o o Maine has become the first state in the nation...
  - 7 hours ago, 20 Jun 13, 1:00am -
• newJim's Quote of the Day:
  "Who controls the food supply controls the people; who controls the energy can control whole continents; who controls money can control the world." - Henry Kissinger...
  - 7 hours ago, 20 Jun 13, 12:59am -
• Notes from JWR:
  This is the birthday of Charles Haddon (C.H.) Spurgeon. He was born in 1834 and died in 1892. This British Particular Baptist preacher's powerful sermons are still widely read, and can now be listened to, as presented by modern orators....
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 2:35am -
• 850 Miles in 27 Weeks: Experience With Long Distance Walking, by Erik M.
  Do you plan to walk to your retreat?  Then read this first. For those who like me, are nearing or over 50 years old and out of shape after years of working a desk and who think that walking...
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 2:34am -
• Letter Re: Mass Versus Bullets (and Hail Stones and Gamma Radiation)
  Hello James, I read your blog every day and enjoy finding information that is useful. Recently a posting discussed the use of the 5.56 mm NATO bullet and its poor performance in penetrating automobiles.   I took notice of...
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 2:31am -
• Economics and Investing:
  Congressional hearing video: $9,000,000,000,000 Missing From The Federal Reserve. (Why is it that the larger the dollar figure, the less the accountability? Just ask the Boptrotters--some of whom were convicted over sums less than $100--if their scru…
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 2:30am -
• Odds 'n Sods:
  By way of Mac Slavo's SHTFPlan blog: September 6, 1984: Ron Paul Warns of Surveillance State    o o o A reader e-mailed me: "I have seen it all, now: Storage Food for Your Cat." It is amazing what you...
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 2:29am -

Survivalist Blog

• newPrepare for a large-scale nuclear EMP attack over North-America
  This is a guest post by “Seamus Finn” and entry in our non-fiction writing contest. Hello fellow survivalists / preppers, this is Seamus Finn, writing to you from the beautiful, French-speaking province of Québec, Canada. Some of you might alr…
  - 20 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 12:01pm -
• newSurvival through a home business or cottage industry
  We survivalist / preppers spend a lot of time worrying about a national or worldwide collapse scenario, giving little thought to collapse on an individual level. The fact is many things can happen to YOU personally, sending your life into turmoil cr…
  - 20 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 11:49am -
• newWednesday : Questions and Answers With The Wolf Pack
  Question from Michele My new husband has a wonderful bug-out trailer, which contains, among other things about 3 months of MREs. I’m allergic to wheat, so I am going to have to package up stuff for me to eat (although I could certainly afford to lo…
  - 20 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 11:41am -
• newNews form the Redoubt of The East
  U.S.’s Oldest Cave and Rock Art Discovered in Tennessee : “At more than 6,000 years old, prehistoric cave and rock art found in what is today Tennessee is easily the oldest discovered yet within the United States.” America’s Ancient Cave Art…
  - 20 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 11:29am -
• newWednesday miscellany
  1. Brazil sees largest protests in decades as unrest hits second week : “Though the protests initially began following the announcement of bus fare increases, they have evolved to include a wide range of groups that have grown dissatisfied over eve…
  - 21 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 11:18am -
• Why I got my CCW Permit and Why You Should Too
  This is a guest post by Mr. Mac”  and entry in our non-fiction writing contest. In the fall of 2001, I completed the process of securing a permit to carry a Concealed Weapon, called a CCW. I had debated for over a year as to whether to do the wo…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 1:30pm -
• Book Review: The Modern Survival Retreat
  The Modern Survival Retreat was obviously written in the wake of federal government atrocities at Ruby Ridge, Idaho and Waco Texas. Benson considers the greatest threat to the prepper / survivalist to be government use of force against American cit…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 1:15pm -
• Monday: Questions and Answers With The Wolf Pack
  Question from Reggie I have been reading your blog for quite awhile, and I am a minority prepper and I am worried that when SHTF will Caucasian preppers accept minority preppers into their groups or kill them off and take their supplies. I worry w…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 1:06pm -
• Monday miscellany
  1. How to keep your data safe from spying : “From email and social media to credit cards and phone calls, here are some basic tips to keep your private info private.” 2. 7 Dead, 41 Wounded in Wave of Chicago Weekend Violence : “Seven people we…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 1:00pm -
• Sunday: Questions and Answers With The Wolf Pack
  Note: The Format of this segment my change in the future, while we test to see what is more useful and effective for readers… Question from Walt I need a suggestion from someone who has thought such things through.  My wife have I have been talk…
  - 4 days ago, 16 Jun 13, 12:59pm -

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American Preppers Network

• newTunnel Vision by KR French
  Tunnel Vision by K.R. French As Preppers, we tend to have tunnel vision. I include myself in this statement. We tend to concentrate so hard on preparing for the immediate results and impacts of the SHTF that we lose sight of other important thin…
  - 718 days ago, 8 Jun 15, 4:48am -
• Preparedness is the key to surviving wildfires
  Wildfires consume nearly 8 million acres of forested land each year on average across the United States according to Goodyear EMD. In Arizona, hundreds of thousands of acres burn every year due to wildfires. More people than ever before live in the…
  - 7 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 7:39am -
• Flash Flood Safety
  Flash floods kill 2 to 3 Arizona residents or visitors each year writes Goodyear EMD. Our summertime thunderstorms often produce more rainfall than the ground can absorb. In these cases, runoff occurs and water levels in washes and stream beds incre…
  - 8 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 7:17am -
• Heat Safety
  Heat is the most deadly weather-related cause of death in the U.S. with an average of over 300 deaths per year, much greater than all other weather-related deaths, according to Goodyear Emergency Management Department. The southwest U.S. is susceptib…
  - 9 days ago, 11 Jun 13, 7:19am -
• Dust Storms and Downburst Winds
  One of the most frequent signs that the monsoon is in full swing is the formation of strong thunderstorms explains Goodyear EMD. These storms can form any time of the day or night and anywhere in the Southwest U.S. but are most commonly found develop…
  - 10 days ago, 9 Jun 13, 10:23pm -
• Advertising Rates
  Thank you for your interest in advertising with The APN!  We have multiple opportunities for you and can custom fit a package to your needs.  We invite you to look over what we have to offer, contact us by clicking on the form link below and we w…
  - 11 days ago, 9 Jun 13, 12:28am -
• Arizona Monsoon Awareness Week 2013 is June 10-15
  The National Weather Service, in partnership with the state of Arizona and the Emergency Management community, has designated June 10th through 15th “Monsoon Awareness Week.” Its purpose is to promote awareness of life-threatening and damaging w…
  - 12 days ago, 8 Jun 13, 5:01pm -
• How To Make Your Own Bar Soap
  By Stephanie DayleSoap making is a great "self-reliance" skill that enables a person provide something for themselves that they would otherwise have to depend on a store to get.  Homemade Soap and Emergency Preparedness Making soap is one of…
  - 13 days ago, 6 Jun 13, 9:52pm -
• The Little Red Hen Syndrome – and Your Survival
  We all know the story … the pretty little red-headed-chick named Henrietta invites her neighbors over to the house to discuss a possible neighborhood co-op of emergency survival food, water and protection in case of a disaster in their area.“…
  - 13 days ago, 6 Jun 13, 8:43pm -
• Food Storage Basics Part 2 - Where to Store
  If you are sitting there reading this series of articles and thinking, boy it sure would be nice if I had a place for an adequate food storage system, I am here to tell you that everybody can store food.  Just because you do not have a spare room, a…
  - 13 days ago, 6 Jun 13, 8:25pm -

Apartment Prep

• Food Storage Analyzer from Emergency Essentials
  I’ve been bulking up my food storage at higher rate than usual over the past few months. The drought conditions over the last growing season is going to drive up the price of grains and grain-derived products over the next year, and I wanted to sho…
  - 4 Mar 13, 11:57pm -
• Back At It
  Hey all! Sorry I’ve been MIA for…well, I don’t want to think about it. Life has been nuts…I’ve moved halfway across the country, I’ve started a new graduate program, am training for a marathon and an Ironman triathlon, and am getting clos…
  - 19 Jan 13, 8:24pm -
• PASAP – Prep As Soon As Possible
  Guess what? I’m still alive! This week took a turn for the busy and I’ve been seriously neglecting the blog, but that’s the way it goes sometimes. On that note, this post goes out to all of you who may experience similar time crunches! Is “sl…
  - 10 May 12, 11:40pm -
• MIA Blogger!
  Did you notice that I’ve been gone for a few days? I was busy getting ready for, and competing in, my first-ever half marathon! It went really well and I can’t wait to do another one, but right now I’m just focusing on icing my knees and taking…
  - 7 May 12, 5:57pm -
• Pocket-Sized Survival
  Hey everyone! I hope you’re having a good week! I just presented some of my research at a conference (I’m a scientist in “real life”), and it feels so good to be finished.  As prepared as I am for some things, I always  put off getting read…
  - 2 May 12, 11:45pm -
• Exercise Five: Drink Up!
  Let’s say you’re like me. You live in a small apartment with stuffed closets, stuffed cupboards, and no balcony…your storage space is a minimum…and you just found out that you’re supposed to be storing a gallon of water per day per person l…
  - 1 May 12, 8:47pm -
• Exercise Four: Make a List, Check it Twice
  This post is part of a series of exercises about how to begin preparing for emergencies. See the complete list of posts here. Now that you’ve thought about which emergencies are most likely to strike in your area, made a plan, and taken steps to pr…
  - 28 Apr 12, 9:09am -
• FREE Resource – Highway Maps
  This is going to be another short post, but I wanted to let you all know about an awesome idea that I heard recently. I’m sure you know that your local DMV has free highway maps available at the counter, but did you know that almost every state wil…
  - 25 Apr 12, 5:59am -
• Shopping Alert!
  Hey all! I’m always on the lookout for cheap (but high quality!) survival gear, especially stuff that doesn’t take up a lot of room. I just found this sleeping bag on Amazon for $35 and ordered it right away. Normally I wouldn’t post a product…
  - 24 Apr 12, 2:22pm -
• Skeletons in the Closet
  If you live in an apartment, chances are good that you don’t have any skeletons in your closet because there’s no room for them! I’m lucky enough to live in a unit with four (FOUR!!) closets, but I still managed to stuff them to the brim with c…
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Backdoor Survival

• The LifeStraw Personal Water Filter Review and Giveaway
  I first learned about the LifeStraw Personal Water Filter a year ago when one of the readers of Backdoor Survival sent me an email extoling its virtues. Although it sounded cool and the price (under $20) was right, I did not bother to test one mysel…
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 7:15am -
• The Sunday Survival Buzz – Volume 69
  Welcome to this week’s Sunday Survival Buzz - a roundup of preparedness news, tips, articles and recommendations from around the web. But first, an update on my own preps.This week I started up some wild sourdough starter using the method describ…
  - 4 days ago, 16 Jun 13, 7:15am -
• Summer Book Festival and Giveaway: The Western Front Trilogy by Archer Garrett
  Today I share the next author interview and book giveaway in the Backdoor Survival Summer Book Festival. Archer Garrett, the author of The Western Front Trilogy, shares his answers to my questions and is also providing one of my readers with a free c…
  - 5 days ago, 15 Jun 13, 7:15am -
• Survival Friday: Learning to Render Fat
  Old habits die slowly. For years we have been told that animal fat is bad and to be honest, I personally subscribe to a diet plan that is primarily plant based. That said, there is a place in my diet and my kitchen for organic meat and meat product…
  - 6 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 7:15am -
• Water – The Survival Basic
  A frequent theme in the preparedness community is the importance of water. Where to find it, how to store it, how to purify it and how to filter it. Whether you are a prepping newbie or an experienced survivalist, water should be high on the list o…
  - 7 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 7:15am -
• Meals Ready to Eat – Not!
  The concept of a meal in a pouch is not new. For years, military organizations have contracted to have “Meals Ready to Eat” (or MREs) made for distribution to hungry soldiers in the field when a mess kitchen was unavailable.The evolution of mi…
  - 9 days ago, 11 Jun 13, 7:15am -
• The Sunday Survival Buzz – Volume 68
  Welcome to this week’s Sunday Survival Buzz - a roundup of preparedness news, tips, articles and recommendations from around the web. This week government surveillance, GMO wheat, a change to coming to LDS canneries and more are featured along wi…
  - 11 days ago, 9 Jun 13, 7:15am -
• Summer Book Festival and Giveaway: The Mini Farming Guide to Composting by Brett Markham
  Today I share the next author interview and book giveaway in the Backdoor Survival Summer Book Festival. Brett Markham , the author of The Mini Farming Guide to Composting shares his answers to my questions and is also providing one of my readers wi…
  - 12 days ago, 8 Jun 13, 7:15am -
• Survival Friday: How Safe Are Your Household Cleaners?
  Making my own household cleaning products is just something I do.  Always have as a matter of fact, even before anyone cared about being green and dare I say it, being frugal. Over the years, the products I use have … . . . read more . . .Survival…
  - 13 days ago, 7 Jun 13, 7:15am -
• Surviving Survivalism: Free for Everyone
  Just a quickie for you today. The popular e-book, Surviving Survivalism is now a free download from the Surviving Survivalism website. Now in its 4th edition, the book provides a comprehensive look at living the off-grid lifestyle.Surviving Surviva…
  - 14 days ago, 6 Jun 13, 7:15am -

Backwoods Survival Blog

• SafeGuard Armor Giveaway
  Just a heads-up:SafeGuard Armor is conducting a giveaway contest via their Facebook page and ending on 28 June, 2013, wherein the prize includes the new StealthPro™ brand vest in Level 3a ballistic, Level 2 Stab and Spike, as well as two (2) Po…
  - 4 days ago, 16 Jun 13, 7:33pm -
• Developing Survivalist TV Series
  Passing this along...----------Hey there, I work in development for Karga Seven Pictures... we're an LA-based TV production company. We work a lot with Discovery, History, NatGeo, Science, Travel, etc... We're currently working on a n…
  - 4 days ago, 16 Jun 13, 7:28pm -
• Preparation, Not Just Prevention
  Editor's Note: While the following article concentrates mainly on issues revolving around aviation accidents, it explores concepts that fit the overall tone of this blog as being an emergency preparedness advocacy website. I chose to accept it for…
  - 5 days ago, 15 Jun 13, 7:33pm -
• The EU's Fools With Rules, Part 2
  "The EU's Fools With Rules, Part 2"byDesert GalRead Part 1The 'crats of yesteryear broke the spine of the Persian empire, paralyzed the Incas in their later days, and brought the word "mandarin" into the world's vocabulary. By the way, i…
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• The EU's Fools With Rules, Part 1
  "The EU's Fools With Rules, Part 1"byDesert GalStarting from a handful of seed, each successive generation of a given plant becomes more at home in your garden. This is a mathematical process called transgressive segregation and occurs becau…
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• DIY Insect Repellants and Other Green Pest Control Tips
  Pest control experts share that you don’t need harsh chemicals to prevent and control pests. In fact, natural pest control is an effective way to deter pests in a way that keeps your family, pets and the environment safe. When you practice them reg…
  - 7 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 7:57pm -
• How To Protect Your House From Burglary
  Living on a rural homestead has its own charm. However staying away from the crowd also has its own set of challenges; the primary one being burglaries. According to data provided by the FBI, over 24% of all property related crimes committed in 2011…
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• Don't Forget Your Tarp... Seriously, Get Your Tarp
  Almost any type of camping or day long outdoor activity can benefit from having a tarp or two on hand. Tarps are inexpensive and so versatile, that there is almost no excuse for not including one with your camping gear. Even if you are carrying a ten…
  - 14 days ago, 5 Jun 13, 8:25pm -
• Nat Geo Casting Call
  Hi, My name is Brooklyn Bagwell and I’m the Casting Director for Doomsday Preppers on Nat Geo TV. I wanted to let you know about our new format for Season 3. We are looking for big projects to build and complete on camera. I would love to spe…
  - 14 days ago, 5 Jun 13, 8:20pm -
• Stone: Possibly the Best Green Building Material?
  Natural stone has been used for home exteriors for thousands of yearsBeing mindful of the surrounding environment results in benefits that positively impact the individual, his or her family, the surrounding community, and the world. When it comes…
  - 20 days ago, 31 May 13, 7:36pm -

Bug Out Survival

• The Darkness After and Prepper's Workbook Updates
  My lack of updates regarding the release of my next two books: The Darkness After and The Prepper's Workbook has been due to the fact that firm release dates have not been set and I've been waiting on the final word from my publisher. Some changes…
  - 6 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 3:00pm -
• Bug Out Bikes
  I did an interview over the phone today about the many considerations of using a bicycle as a primary or  back-up bug-out vehicle and the discussion ranged from the whys and whens of using a bike vs. various motor vehicles to the specifics of how to…
  - 96 days ago, 16 Mar 13, 1:34am -
• Two New Books for 2013
  I've been holding off on posting the details of my forthcoming books due to some changes in the order of publication and the publication dates.  Before The Pulse was published last summer, I had worked out a contract with my publisher to do another…
  - 15 Jan 13, 1:18am -
• Interview Tomorrow on Destiny Survival Radio
  I'll be talking with John Wesley Smith on his Destiny Survival Radio show again tomorrow.  We'll spend an hour discussing a variety of topics, and especially how works of fiction can sometimes be more effective than nonfiction in opening the eyes of…
  - 25 Jul 12, 8:35pm -
• Interesting Stuff from "Boat Bits" Blog
  It's always interesting to me to see the growing number of new articles about survival and SHTF concerns published on sites that are primarily focused on other pursuits.  But it's not really surprising to see this kind of thing on sailing websites…
  - 4 Jul 12, 4:07pm -
• Why Bug Out is Not in Stock on Amazon
  If you've tried to order the paperback version of Bug Out: The Complete Plan for Escaping a Catastrophic Disaster Before It's Too Late from Amazon in the past few weeks, you might have noticed that it is not listed as "In Stock" as usual, but rather…
  - 27 Jun 12, 8:09pm -
• More About My Novel: THE PULSE
  As promised in my last post, I wanted to follow-up with a bit more detail about The Pulse and why I wrote it.  My reading (aside from online) these days is usually divided about evenly between fiction and nonfiction, and eventually, I'd like to spli…
  - 22 Jun 12, 11:55am -
• Coming in July: THE PULSE: A Novel of Surviving the Collapse of the Grid
  Most regular readers here know that I was working on a novel over the last few months since Bug Out Vehicles and Shelters was released.  Some of you may have already seen the book's Amazon page, but if not, here's a preview of the front and back cov…
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• Interview with Ed Corcoran on Survival and Beyond
  I've been on the road for the past two weeks and I'm still away, but last week I had an interesting conversation with Ed Corcoran on his radio show. We mainly discussed bug-out vehicles but also touched on some other related topics and my forthcoming…
  - 24 May 12, 2:43pm -
• Ruger 10/22 Take-Down Version
  One of the all-time most popular posts here on Bug Out Survival is the piece I wrote back in 2010 on some of my ideas and modifications for fitting a Ruger 10/22 into a bug-out bag.  The reason is obvious: the Ruger 10/22 has long been a favorite in…
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Canadian Preppers Network

• Emergency Air for Shelter-in-Place Preppers and Home-Built Bunkers - Frank Bohan
  F.J. Bohan is the author of three books: Living on the Edge: A Family's Journey to Self-Sufficiency, Barbed Wire, Barricades, and Bunkers: The Free Citizen's Guide to Fortifying the Home Retreat, and his latest work: Emergency Air for Shelter-In-…
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• The Number 1 Recommended Prepaerdness Item - Weatheradio Receiver
  In Canada, as well as most other parts of the world, a great percentage of disaster situations are caused by weather.  Although most of us like to joke about the accuracy of the forecasters, Environment  Canada has made weather forecasting a reliab…
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• Canadian Tornado Season - From The Prepared Canadian Podcast
  Here is a podcast I put out last month about Canada's tornado season.Given recent events in the U.S., specifically Moore, OK, I thought it fitting that I share this.Enjoy... Listen to internet radio with American Preppers Radio1 on Blog Talk Radio
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• Moore, OK
  As we have all likely heard by now, there has been a devastating tornado in Moore, OK.  At the time of this post, the death toll has risen to 51, with a reported 40 more being transported to the cororners office.  Sadly, a large number of these are…
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• Emergency Preparedness Week 2013 - Get a Kit
   Although the jist of the 72 hrs campaign is to assemble a home emergency kit, I thought it might be a good idea today to go over how to pack up an evacuation go pack, more commonly known as a bug out bag.Think of it this way, You are awakened in th…
  - 40 days ago, 11 May 13, 12:00pm -
• Emergency Preparedness Week 2013 - Ice Storms By Cam and Michelle Mather
  Cam and Michelle Mather run an off grid farm in Ontario, producing 100% of their own electricity wit solar panels and a wind turbine.  They have gracefully given me permission to repost from their blog, and I thought that this particular article wou…
  - 41 days ago, 10 May 13, 12:17pm -
• Emergency Preparedness Week 2013 - Having A Plan
  The second basic step to being prepared is also this year's theme for EP Week, making a plan.  Having an emergency plan in place before hand can avoid confusion and save valuable time during an event.  When disaster strikes, people naturally become…
  - 42 days ago, 9 May 13, 12:50pm -
• Emergency Preparedness Week 2013 - By Farmgal
  Being prepared is comings in many forms.. read on and you will see one of the things I have been doing for years and that have worked out to be a great thing in our home..Well this week has been a interesting one, so far1.    MIL got stung by a w…
  - 43 days ago, 8 May 13, 12:39pm -
• Emergency Preparedness Week 2013 - Knowing The Risks
  For today's post, we'll take a look at the first step to being prepared...knowing the risks.  There are two basic types of disasters that can affect you and your family, they are:Natural disastersMan made disasters Natural disasters are quite regio…
  - 44 days ago, 7 May 13, 12:12pm -
• Emergency Preparedness Week 2013 - By Mountainman
  Emergency Preparedness Week 20135 -11 May 2013http://www.getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/rsrcs/ep-wk/index-eng.aspxIt is Emergency Preparedness Week again. Each year in Canada we use the first full week of May to acknowledge and prepare for the unexpected. Wh…
  - 45 days ago, 6 May 13, 12:02pm -

Tactical Intelligence

• newDorcy Flashlight and Lantern Review
  Recently I got my hands on a flashlight and lantern sent to me from Dorcy to review. To be honest, I only knew of the Dorcy brand from the inexpensive lights you find at Walmart and Target. However, the two lights they sent me here are quite differen…
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• The Most Unusual Precious Metals Forgotten by Preppers
  People who worry about what’s happening in the world—the threat of environmental disaster, economic collapse, political catastrophe, a reign of global terror—tend to put stock in precious metals, often with a focus on gold. But gold, for all i…
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• Wild Edibles: How to Identify and Eat Garlic Mustard
  Garlic Mustard (Alliaria petiolata) is one of those plants that for the longest time I knew what it was and that it was edible but by the time I had the time to try it, it had long since wilted (it begins to wilt away in early summer).
  - 19 days ago, 31 May 13, 8:16pm -
• Hunger Games Book (and Survival Gear) Winner Announcement!
  Hey guys. First off, I want to say thanks to all of you for all the great comments. So the two winners (by random number generator) is the following two commentors: Coral: (commented on 2013-05-22 14:48:36) Joe: (commented on 2013-05-22 10:48:02…
  - 26 days ago, 25 May 13, 12:41am -
• Book Review (and giveaway): The Unofficial Hunger Games Wilderness Survival Guide
  Recently, Creek Stewart sent me a copy of his latest book entitled, “The Unofficial Hunger Games Wilderness Survival Guide” to review. In this article, I thought I’d tell you a little bit about the book, what my opinion of it is and how you ca…
  - 29 days ago, 22 May 13, 12:00pm -
• How to Make Fire-Cloth
  I'm sure you're already familiar with cotton balls and Vaseline being an excellent tinder for starting fires. That in combination with a ferro rod (FireSteel) is typically my go-to method for starting fires in an emergency.
  - 76 days ago, 5 Apr 13, 4:01am -
• How to Make Maple Syrup
  Homemade pancakes made from my food storage are excellent by themselves, but when you add some homemade maple syrup to them they are so good I wouldn't mind surviving the apocalypse just on those alone. ;)
  - 83 days ago, 29 Mar 13, 5:44pm -
• Infidel Armor – Body Armor Review
  About a month ago Chad Cooper, the owner of Infidel Armor, sent me some of their body armor for testing. I was finally able to get outside and test it this past week so I wanted to share with you some of my thoughts and experiences.
  - 87 days ago, 25 Mar 13, 4:53am -
• How to Make Yogurt from Powdered Milk
  I'm a big fan of yogurt, especially the thicker kind like Greek yogurt. If I had to go without it during TEOTWAWKI you might as well end my world right then and there.
  - 26 Feb 13, 6:50pm -
• How to Can Bacon at Home
  For you guys out there that think that canning is for a bunch of old grannies let me tell you...canning can be manly.
  - 22 Feb 13, 5:16pm -

Off Grid Survival

• newThe Drones are Watching: FBI admits to using drones to spy on Americans
  FBI admits to Senate: They have a fleet of unmanned aerial drones and they use them to spy on the American public....
  - 14 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 5:28pm -
• Obama Administration Promises: More Gun Control Laws Coming
  Vice President Joe Biden is vowing that the Obama Administration is about to take steps to push through more gun laws, and he's threatening political opponents by telling them they will have “political hell to pay” if they get in their way.
  - 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 7:59pm -
• 8th Grader arrested and Suspended for wearing an NRA Shirt… Faces Year in Jail
  A 14 year old West Virginia student, Jared Marcum, is facing a $500 fine and a year in jail after he was suspended from school and then arrested over wearing a National Rifle Association T-shirt with an image of a firearm.
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 7:13pm -
• Why is the Federal Government Arming the IRS with AR15s?
  Congressman Jeff Duncan (R-S.C.) used twitter to warn the American Public that the IRS is actively training and arming themselves with AR15s.
  - 8 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 6:33pm -
• Basic Hunting Skills – Preparing for the Hunt
  Preparing for the hunt is just as important as the hunt itself; becoming a successful hunter means carefully planning and preparing for the hunt.
  - 9 days ago, 11 Jun 13, 6:05pm -
• Communication Infrastructure – Preparing for Chaos
  In a survival situation, knowledge is going to be a critical factor in determining the outcome of your situation. Don't underestimate the power of communication, and the importance of staying informed.
  - 10 days ago, 10 Jun 13, 6:13pm -
• Government Shreds Constitution: Obama Admin Admits to Spying on Every Single American through Internet
  Leaked Documents Show Government Spying on All American through the Internet. NSA & FBI have Direct Access to servers at Microsoft, Yahoo, Google, Facebook, PalTalk, AOL, Skype, YouTube, and Apple
  - 13 days ago, 7 Jun 13, 6:25pm -
• POLICE STATE: Obama Administration Caught Spying on your emails, phones calls, bank records & Internet usage.
  Obama Administration Targeting Americans... In what could be one of the largest scandals to come out of the white house, information is breaking today suggesting that our government is involved in one of the largest collection of data on the American…
  - 14 days ago, 6 Jun 13, 6:49pm -
• National DNA Database: Supreme Court Approves Police can Collect DNA from Innocent People
  Police State: Supreme Court says you have no rights when it comes to the government collecting your DNA, and rules that police can forcibly take your DNA even if you have not been convicted of a crime.....
  - 17 days ago, 3 Jun 13, 6:27pm -
• California Passes Sweeping Gun Control: $50 Ammo Permit Fee, No Detachable Magazines or Mags over 10 rounds
  California State Senate Approves Banning Rifles that take Detachable Magazines, Ban on Magazines that hold More than 10 Rounds, Background Checks & $50 Fees to Purchase Ammo, and a whole host of Gun Control bills...
  - 20 days ago, 31 May 13, 6:04pm -

Prepper Website

• newPros and Cons of Less-Lethal Self-defense – 6/19/13
  
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• newVID:How to Build a Rocket Stove From Trash – 6/19/13
  
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• newWhat if Your Preps Outlive You? – 6/19/13
  
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• newThe temptations of being evil in post collapse situation – 6/19/13
  
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• newThe Prepper’s Fortune Cookie – 6/19/13
  
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• newOxygen Absorbers – 6/19/13
  
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• new4 Steps to Collect, Analyze and Make Intelligence Work For You – 6/19/13
  
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• newPoverty – A Catalyst for Collapse – 6/19/13
  
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• newSurvival through a home business or cottage industry – 6/19/13
  
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• VID:How to make a Bush or Jungle Chair – 6/18/13
  
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Survival Monkey Forums

• newMotivational Poster Thread (warning content)
  Post your favorite Motivational Posters here.
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• newRangers and Seal's Turf Invaded= Gender Neutral Standards?
  Women may be able to start training as Army Rangers by mid-2015 and as Navy SEALs a year later under plans set to be announced by the Pentagon that would slowly bring women into thousands of combat jobs, including those in elite special operations fo…
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• newJames Gandolfini, 'The Sopranos' Star, Dead at 51
  Enjoyed the Sopranos and True Romance... RIP Tony Soprano...................................................................................................................................Terrible news for TV fans: James Gandolfini, who played mo…
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• newWhat are you listening to?
  A forum isn't complete without a listening thread. I'll start. D-A-D - Jihad
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• newA Happy Birthday for our good friend and Monkey: CATULLUS
  Happy Birthday to one of my favorite Monkeys,and many more!
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• newAliens on Earth, Admits Canadian Minister of Defense
  
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• newChristopher's Writing Thread
  Hi Amazon (and publishers) insist that I can't leave other copies of my work on the net if I want to sell them, so I'm going to use this thread to mention new books, promotions, etc. Please feel free to watch and comment. <grin>. Or ask for a cam…
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• newA short story
  The sun was up and shining brightly in a cloudless sky. It would get warmer today, maybe even hot this afternoon, but that was fine. He had some work in the main barn that would keep him in the shade. Right now this patch of heritage corn needed w…
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• newThe Outcast (The Empire's Corps V)
  Hi, everyone The Outcast is Book V of The Empire’s Corps, a space opera written by me. Like all odd-numbered books in the series (apart from Book I) it is a side story rather than part of the mainstream series, although it introduces a very impo…
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• newtop 10 supplies kept in shop/barn/ garage
  top ten supplies kept on hand in garge ...no gun/ammo cooking utensiles ... We are talking mainly grease,wd40 ,all car fluids count as oneall welding and cutting supplies count as one and so on and so on ... cant wait to see the responces
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Preparedness Pro

• The Rest of the Story on the LDS Canneries
  By Kellene Bishop There has been a “rest of the story” kind of story brewing for several weeks since I first wrote and published the article about the LDS Canneries on May 4th of this year. So when the LDS Church finally provided a formal press r…
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• Preparedness Pro Apron Sewing Contest!
  By Kellene Bishop   Get your sewing machines revving because it’s time for another Preparedness Pro contest. Create and submit a winning bib apron style and you could win a Brother HC1850 Computerized Sewing and Quilting Machine!! 1st Place: Broth…
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• Tips and Tricks for Using Oil Lamps
  By Kellene Bishop You might not think that there’s much to know regarding Tips and Tricks for Using Oil Lamps, but since I’ve practiced using all of my supplies that I intend to rely on someday, I’ve discovered that there are some idiosyncrasie…
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• Do It Yourself Memorable and Delicious Dressings
  By Kellene Bishop I’ve begun reaping the harvest of all kinds of greens for my garden and my sprouting supplies. But to me the greens are incomplete until I have the perfect dressing and other accompaniments to go with them. After discovering all o…
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• Everything You Need to Know for an Abundant Garden–Part 3
  By Kellene Bishop Continuing on in our Abundant Garden Series; this is the final segment in our highlight of the Mittleider Gardening Series.   My 3rd criteria for a gardening method is that it MUST be preparedness oriented. Meaning, if I can do it…
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Survival Cache

• Survival Gear Review: PWS MK214 Battle Rifle
  In the never ending argument among internet experts on pro’s and con’s of the AK-47 vs the AR-15, we give you an alternative to that argument.  The Battle Rifle, when you care enough to send the very best down range. By Scott, a contributing aut…
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• Survival Gear Review: MSR Backyard Barn
  In the event that you and your family have to leave your primary domicile on short notice, we continue to look for the ideal bug out shelter.  We recently looked at the large family shelter by Mountain Safety Research (MSR) called the Backyard Barn.…
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• Survival Gear Review: Guide 10 Adventure Kit
  With known electrical grid issues and the possibility of being in a remote area without electricity, the sun seems to be logical solution when the outlet is no longer available.  Although we never like to rely on survival gear that requires electric…
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• Preparedness in Practice
  As it turns out in the face of reality, action really does speak louder than words.  I read several of the Blog sites posted on prepping, survival issues, arming for Armageddon and much of the impractical advice that is dished out as though hordes o…
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• First Aid Training – An Essential Survival Skill
  Based on what happened at the Boston Marathon and Texas Fertilizer Plant, you never know when you may be called upon to administer first aid.  Both are rare occurrences but illustrate the need to know urgent emergency care and how it saves lives. By…
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• Survival Gear Review: The Parry Blade Hunter
  The Parry Hunter really can only be described as a little brother to the The Parry Blade.  Both are signature blades of Mel Perry, Warrant Officer QGM, and a veteran of the 22nd Special Air Service Regiment.   By Mr. Smashy, a SurvivalCache.com con…
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• Survival Gear Review: Emmrod Fishing Pole
  I do a lot of hiking in the back-country of Colorado and come across a lot of small streams and lakes.  I always thought it would be great to have a small, lightweight rod and reel to fish for trout while I’m exploring.  My wait is over. By Murp…
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• Book Review: Prepper’s Home Defense
  
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• Survival Gear Review: Oakley Ballistic M-Frame 2.0
  Eye protection. It‘s essential. There is no getting around it, if you find yourself working with firearms, power tools, heavy machinery, ATVs, etc. You know how important it is to have good eye pro.   By Josh (The Survival Kid), a contributing aut…
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• Survival Without Firearms
  The current furor over the threat of a new round of restrictive firearms laws in the aftermath of the Sandy Hook killings has gotten me to think further about what kinds of weapons we might choose to protect ourselves.   By Dr. John J. Woods, a cont…
  - 31 Jan 13, 4:58am -

Get Stuff

Totally Ready

• Wax Your Own Cheese
  I am still concentrating on living a more frugal lifestyle but I have not given up on continuing to build my own General Store and on filling in the gaps in my preps. I recently found a great deal on cheese and it reminded me that I need to order som…
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• Credit Card Savy
  Credit cards can be a wonderful asset or doom your frugal living goals. There are a few things you may want to consider before using your card. I am working at paying off mine and then using them more wisely to build my credit score and to save my ba…
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• Egg Carton Fire Starters
  Keeping with our commitment to live more frugally and also continue to prepare the following is a great way to make fire starters that are virtually free. One of the things I heard from survivors of hurricane Sandy is that fuel was in short supply, h…
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• Saving on Groceries this Week
  I have been hearing from quite  a few of you that you are concerned about the economy and more than ever feel you should be stocking up to prepare for the coming depression or recession. Some economists are even predicting inflation. In other words,…
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• Power Out? Tips for Staying Warm and Sane
    I was amazed and disappointed as I watched the news last night. A reporter was touring the apartment of a family who has been without power for the past week. It was so frustrating to see them freezing when there are a few things they could have d…
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• Cooking from Scratch…Hurricane Sarah
    This has been a very difficult week for me. I have posted on our facebook page tips for preparing for the hurricane but I wonder if anyone ever uses any of those tips and get ready. I know most of my friends and family have not listened. Is that b…
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• Saving Money on the Kids
  This week the grandkids are coming for a few days without mom and dad. I am so excited and I want this to be fun but I'm still on that budget and still only purchasing items on sale. Time to think out of the box and to plan some frugal days. We have…
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• Saving on Gasoline
  Can you believe what is happening with gas prices? Yikes! Yesterday gas stations in southern California were closing because they ran out of gas. Gas prices have gone to over $5.00 per gallon in some places. It is up to $4.39 where I live. This is cr…
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• Been Shopping…New Recipe…Keeping Track
  I had such an interesting shopping trip this week. I am continuing my pledge to purchase only items that are on sale and it has been surprisingly easy. I needed to get a hat to wear at a church party next weekend. All the ladies are wearing fancy hat…
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• I’m Shopping the Sales
  For two years we worked to build a General Store in our homes. If you missed that it will take a little work but if you search the General Store post you can do it yourself. You may also want to purchase the Year One Newsletters which includes a summ…
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Preparedness in the News

• newSt James must become a disaster preparedness model
  St James must become a model of Disaster Preparedness from which other communities across the nation can pattern themselves.
  - 3 hours ago, 20 Jun 13, 4:53am -
• GEMA study reveals increased emergency preparedness across state
  The next time a tornado touches down in Georgia, potentially flattening homes and downing trees and power lines, would you know where to take shelter? If a hurricane made landfall near the coastline, causing inland flooding and treacherous road condi…
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 2:07am -
• Housing authority braces for hurricane season
  The Houma-Terrebonne Housing Authority Board updated its Disaster Preparedness and Evacuation Plan to make sure it’s ready for the 2013 hurricane season that began June 1.
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 12:10am -
• Study Reveals Increased Emergency Preparedness Across Georgia
  Research shows that personal preparedness is now at an all-time high, with more than three-fourths of Georgians reporting they are somewhat or fully prepared for a large-scale emergency...
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 6:39pm -
• Mylan Specialty L.P. Joins Forces with Adrian Peterson and Jo Frost to Launch Anaphylaxis Preparedness Campaign
  BASKING RIDGE, N.J., June 18, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Pro football player and 2012 most valuable player (MVP) Adrian Peterson and professional family expert Jo Frost have potentially life-threatening (severe) ...
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 11:00am -
• Emergency preparedness brochures now available in Bourne
  The Bourne Emergency Preparedness Department has prepared brochures to help townspeople deal with power outages and generator safety as well as family preparation for emergencies, especially during storms.
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 10:31am -
• County Executive Joe Parisi sets climate change preparedness forums
  Dane County Executive Joe Parisi has three community forums planned this summer to bring climate experts together with the public to give insight into being prepared for bad weather.
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 6:45pm -
• Weather Related Disasters Quadruple, Prep2Bless Offers Essential Emergency Prep for Families
  Prep2Bless and World Vision offer free Family Emergency Preparedness Training June 22 for North Texas Families with workshops, experts and demos for whole family that will teach how to build a 72 hr. Emergency kit, get advanced training and find ways…
  - 7 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 1:43pm -
• Emergency Family Preparedness Fair Held In Filer Saturday
  Everyone from Jackpot to Castleford were invited to the family preparedness fair in Filer Saturday.
  - 11 days ago, 8 Jun 13, 10:04pm -
• PNC Bank Offers Hurricane Preparedness Tips
  PITTSBURGH, June 6, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- With a national forecast for an "active" Atlantic hurricane season this year, PNC Bank's personal finance experts encourage you to have a disaster recovery ...
  - 13 days ago, 6 Jun 13, 8:30pm -

Wilderness Survival Forum

• newBOB - What's Inside
  I did a "quick" search of what people have in their BOB that included pics but didn't find anything. I realize it is ever changing and bags are...
  - 14 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 5:53pm -
• newSIX Whistleblowers....
  Six NTSB whistleblowers. This should be interesting..... "A group of whistle-blowers, including a number of aviation experts, have come forward...
  - 15 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 5:06pm -
• newA thoughtfull essay.....Well, I think it is.
  http://libertyhollow.weebly.com/1/post/2013/06/the-lessons-of-fukushima.html http://libertyhollow.weebly.com/
  - 15 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 4:54pm -
• What's the problem here?
  http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/ticket/doctors-obama-let-us-treat-guantanamo-detainees-hunger-230110562.html Guantanamo detainees on hunger strike...
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 4:01am -
• something neat I found out today
  You know those little solar walk way lights, they have 2 AAA ni cad rechargeable batteries inside them!!! not too bad 2 AAA rechargeable batteries...
  - 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 11:11pm -
• New kind of super hero, or a PITA
  This could go either way.....Guy has made it his job to hunt down OWI drivers. So super hero....or busy body? ...
  - 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 9:58pm -
• -- --- .-. ... . -.-. --- -.. . .- -. -.-- --- -. - ..--..
  I spent a few hours over the weekend learning Morse Code. Don't know why it struck me, but I was surprised at how simple it was to learn. Now I've...
  - 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 8:53pm -
• A new survival product we all need!!!!!!!!!
  http://www.baddaybat.com/ Check this thing out...
  - 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 8:18pm -
• yup i'm new
  hey my name is sara i'm from northwest mississippi and i and my husband have the most handsome little five year old boy you ever laid eyes on lol!...
  - 1 day ago, 18 Jun 13, 7:59pm -
• New Member From Ottawa, Ontario
  Hi Folks, I registered to find mature people (35+) in the Ottawa area whom would be interested in Camping, hiking and practicing their bushcraft...
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 4:35pm -

Modern Survival Online

• new“Marmot Farm” – Humor by Shirley Swift – June 2013
  The following is another entry into the ModernSurvivalOnline Preparedness Guest Post Contest running through the end of July. Prizes include: First Place winner will receive - The Power Pot V Thermoelecric Generator from Directive21.com, a Dea…
  - 3 hours ago, 20 Jun 13, 4:45am -
• newBullet powered arrow? This is interesting…..
  MSO reader Ronnie sent me a link to this very interesting and unique new product….the Bow-Mag Arrowhead. The product is basically a special arrowhead which contains a .38/.357 Magnum round which goes off on impact. For a survival situation – I se…
  - 3 hours ago, 20 Jun 13, 4:43am -
• Video of the Week: The M6 Scout Survival Rifle
      © 2013, Rourke. All rights reserved. (function(d, s, id) { var js, fjs = d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0]; if (d.getElementById(id)) {return;} js = d.createElement(s); js.id = id; js.src = "//connect.facebook.net/en_US/all.js#xfbml=1"; fjs.paren…
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 5:49am -
• Preparedness Guest Post Writing Contest………..
  Warm up those keyboards folks! The next ModernSurvivalOnline Guest Post Contest starts June 9th and will last through the end of July.    As usual- a great offering of prizes are up grabs…..so start brain storming, and warm up that keyboard!  …
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 4:57am -
• Fitness and Survival
  The following is another entry into the ModernSurvivalOnline Preparedness Guest Post Contest running through the end of July. Prizes include: First Place winner will receive - The Power Pot V Thermoelecric Generator from Directive21.com, a Dea…
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 4:18am -
• News you NEED to know…..
   Another installment of “News You NEED To Know”, via MSO News Correspondent Hunter.   Obamas 19 Billion dollar “Bat Cave”1 http://www.breitbart.com/Big-Government/2013/06/08/Obamas-bat-Cave-19billion-data-center-set-to-open-in-october I…
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 4:15am -
• Call to Action: June ’13 – Shelter
  This is the second (and very late) installment of a new monthly series called “Call to Action”. Call to Action (CTA) is a monthly reminder to review one part of your prep’s and strengthen it. This month is looking at what I consider an ofte…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 4:24am -
• A few changes……..
  Over the past several weeks I have been doing a lot of soul searching and decided I need to do a better job of prioritizing in my life. I have a family, a full time job, hobbies, and of course my efforts in preparedness. The multitude of websites tha…
  - 4 days ago, 16 Jun 13, 4:15am -

Gun Holsters

Florida Hillbilly

• newEvery Day Carry
  Today’s article was brought to you by the fine folks over at Reef-Hunter.com. Go check out their great line of custom apparel, and tell them FloridaHillbilly sent you! (click to open a new page)I’ve mentioned before that folks that know me know…
  - 19 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 12:48pm -
• How to Make Olive Brine for Dirty Martinis
  Today’s article was brought to you by the generous folks over at Hides.com. Go check out their great line of “Multifunction Eyewear Necessities”, and tell them FloridaHillbilly sent you!Over Father’s Day Weekend, I had the opportunity to sha…
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 10:00am -
• Summer Wild Foods in South Florida
  Today’s article is brought to you by JM Bullion! If you are looking to get started investing in precious metals, or add some more to your portfolio, give the folks over at JM Bullion a shout.Wow, it is hot already. Afternoons are in the 90′s, th…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 5:22pm -
• Our Kitchen Knives (And a Request for Help)
  Today’s article was brought to you by the fine folks over at Reef-Hunter.com. Go check out their great line of custom apparel, and tell them FloridaHillbilly sent you! (click to open a new page)I was recently the recipient of a pile of beef as pay…
  - 6 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 10:00am -
• When Does It Slow Down?
  Today’s article was brought to you by the generous folks over at Hides.com. Go check out their great line of “Multifunction Eyewear Necessities”, and tell them FloridaHillbilly sent you!Wow, am I TIRED! Burning the candle at both ends will do…
  - 7 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 1:49pm -
• There is a Little Prepper in All of Us (I Hope!)
  Today’s article is brought to you by JM Bullion! If you are looking to get started investing in precious metals, or add some more to your portfolio, give the folks over at JM Bullion a shout.I was over at a friend’s place a while back, and I I s…
  - 8 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 10:00am -
• I’m (NOT) a Hippie…or Am I?
  Today’s article was brought to you by the fine folks over at Reef-Hunter.com. Go check out their great line of custom apparel, and tell them FloridaHillbilly sent you! (click to open a new page)My family has become rather good friends with the fol…
  - 9 days ago, 11 Jun 13, 10:00am -
• Forming a Prepper Group is Silly
  Today’s article was brought to you by the generous folks over at Hides.com. Go check out their great line of “Multifunction Eyewear Necessities”, and tell them FloridaHillbilly sent you!“Prepper”, and “prepping” have started to become…
  - 10 days ago, 10 Jun 13, 3:32pm -
• I am Just Like Superman (And Eating Dried Morels)
  Today’s article is brought to you by JM Bullion! If you are looking to get started investing in precious metals, or add some more to your portfolio, give the folks over at JM Bullion a shout.I’m usually “that guy” folks call on to resolve a…
  - 13 days ago, 7 Jun 13, 10:00am -
• My Bookshelf – Storey’s Guide to Raising Rabbits
  Today’s article was brought to you by the fine folks over at Reef-Hunter.com. Go check out their great line of custom apparel, and tell them FloridaHillbilly sent you! (click to open a new page)As I’ve mentioned before, there are a lot of self-s…
  - 14 days ago, 6 Jun 13, 1:06pm -

Full Survival Mode

• How To Dehydrate Mushrooms
  Learn how to dehydrate mushrooms and also how to make an ingredient used in high end restaurants to add rich flavor to beef dishes.Noreen, of Noreen's Kitchen and YouTube channel atticus9799, found a deal on mushrooms at her local store and show…
  - 3 Jan 13, 11:28pm -
• Annihilation Of The Second Amendment
  Southern Prepper talks about the threat against the Second Amendment to the US Constitution due to the recent shootings in America.As with Southern Prepper, we should all be thinking where our line in the sand should be. But they keep pushing and…
  - 2 Jan 13, 6:25pm -
• Tornado Of Fire Caught On Tape In Australia
  This video shows a tornado that joined a brush fire in the Curtain Springs Station area of Australia. Filmmaker Chris Tangey was interviewed by Channel 7 News and described what he saw as a "dance of giants".Note that this video could disappear f…
  - 1 Jan 13, 5:13pm -
• Doomsday Prepper Raided By FBI For Criticizing Obama
  The FBI raided a Sharpsburg, MD citizen after he criticized President Obama. The above video from dranger1108 shows the local news report...the video is shot from a handheld video camera rather than being pulled directly from the televised video sour…
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• Girl In A Gas Mask
  This is a photo of a young woman wearing a gas mask.I'm experimenting with types of content published on Full Survival Mode. There's no caption for this or backstory, so not much text is available.But she is in the bathroom, so I wonder if th…
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• BioLite Camp Stove Unboxing And First Use
  Gytheran unboxes his new BioLite camp stove and then shows us the unit in use.It only takes a small amount of wood to run the stove for a half hour. The BioLite stove has a built in thermoelectric generator, so it's able to run its own fan, as we…
  - 7 Oct 12, 9:33pm -
• Antibiotics AREN’T Candy!
  The Patriot Nurse thinks you should have a store of antibiotics on hand. But she also thinks people are going to use them incorrectly.Antibiotics are not candy. Antibiotics have real side effects that can hurt you. If you take the wrong anti-biot…
  - 7 Oct 12, 6:44pm -
• Supersize Your Vegetables With Wood Chips And Rock Dust In Your Garden
  John Kohler of YouTube channel Growing Your Greens shows us what plants look like when grown in beds of rotting wood chips, rock dust, and mushroom spores.First, John shows us some dinosaur kale that's growing in regular garden soil that's been t…
  - 1 Oct 12, 9:34pm -
• Store Cucumbers At Room Temperature So They’ll Last Longer
  The next time you harvest or buy cucumbers, you shouldn’t store them in the refrigerator. They’ll only last about three days in cold temperatures. Other plants to store at room temperature are tomatoes, eggplants, and peppers. Cucumbers are also…
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• Our Simple DIY Home Solar Power System
  When Greg Seaman, founder and editor of Eartheasy, needed to charge his laptop in his off grid home, he chose solar power. After installing a simple solar system three years ago, he was also able to power his power tools, a home sound system, and eve…
  - 21 Sep 12, 4:25am -

Global Preppers

The Great Northern Prepper

• newDollar Store Solar Lights Prepper Review
  So I decided to start doing some dollar store challenges on the site and see if i can find some good prepping stuff at low prices. I chose two separate Solar LED garden lights that they had, one a pack of two small garden lights for $3 and a pack of…
  - 19 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 12:34pm -
• Food Pail Woes
  A Small SNAFU in our big move to Idaho was the fact that we had to ship all of our food storage along with our other goods and property. While I wasnt excited about this it had to be done since I had two days from the end of my school to the start of…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 11:43am -
• The Move: Your Preps and a cross country move
    Today the movers came for all of our stuff, most of it had been hand packed by my wife and myself, but it was still a long day! (I started writing this the day the movers came in April and have updated it as the move progressed) I learned a few th…
  - 6 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 11:06am -
• Homemade Prepper Sunblock
  So as my facebook following knows, this last weekend I burnt myself getting the Raised Garden beds planted.  It is very bad, blisters cover my shoulders and a testament to my lack of forethought that day (supposed to be a Prepper right?).  It got m…
  - 8 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 10:06am -
• Book Review: 299 Days: The Irregulars
    I had previously reviewed the first two books of the series last year and since then another 4 have come out with Book Six “The Irregulars” being the latest installment. I dont want to give away what happens, however it doesn’t disappoint an…
  - 10 days ago, 10 Jun 13, 1:28pm -
• The Chinese Gold Gambit: Gold Backed Yuan
  China will soon announce in the next few months…or less… that they have increased their Total Gold Holdings to 2000 tons, double what they announced in April of 2009 which stunned the Paper markets and lead to a massive upswing in the Spot price.…
  - 13 days ago, 7 Jun 13, 10:32am -
• Dr. Strangepig: How I learned to Stop worrying and Love the Chinese buyout
    Ok ok ok…the title is misleading but I really wanted to throw in a Dr. Strangelove reference at some point in this blog and this was it…No I dont love the buyout (or at the time of this posting…”proposed” buyout). Lets look at the Stats…
  - 17 days ago, 3 Jun 13, 10:03am -
• Product Review: PRI Fuel Stabilizer+Giveaway
  So you want to have large amounts, or even just 20-50 gallons of gas or diesel on hand for emergencies what do you do? Well you can rotate them, which is always a good policy, but sometimes we cant rotate them for one reason or another.  Some folks…
  - 22 days ago, 29 May 13, 1:01pm -
• Episode 18: Benghazi, The IRS and The AP News Connection
  Today I talk about… Why Benghazi has been brought back up Why the IRS scandal broke now Why they are all connected to the AP News Wiretaps What this means for the future of the administration  
  - 24 days ago, 27 May 13, 1:18pm -
• Last Minute Prepping: What to do during the meltdown
  So we all think about it, what will we do when the meltdown happens? Now when I say that I don’t necessarily mean a pandemic flu hitting and everyone is rushing to get stuff to lock themselves in for 3 months, It could be anything from a Hurricane…
  - 41 days ago, 10 May 13, 1:38pm -

If The Shit Hits the Fan

• Hurricane Preparedness Week
  Welcome, WRVA ListenersThursday morning at about 7:30 a.m. (EDT) I'm scheduled to be interviewed on Richmond's Morning News with Jimmy Barrett to talk about hurricane preparedness as we get ready to enter the season.  You can listen in on 1140 AM (…
  - 21 days ago, 30 May 13, 1:22am -
• Interesting Week
  Moore, OKWe were on vacation this past week down on the Outer Banks of North Carolina.  Taking a break from the beach in the room, my wife was stunned to see live footage of the tornado that devastated Moore.  Her best friend from high school live…
  - 24 days ago, 27 May 13, 1:51am -
• Prepper Ponderings
  TREXPOThe other day, I went again this year to TREXPO in D.C.  It used to be the Tactical Response EXPO back in the 90s when I started going, but I think now it is just plain TREXPO and is done in cooperation with the GOVSEC trade show.  Tons of co…
  - 31 days ago, 20 May 13, 2:02am -
• Fleeing Felon
  It Can Happen AnywhereFriday afternoon I got a call from the local police that a guy had escaped from state police custody and he had 50 years of time hanging over his head for parole violations, and he had vowed never to go back to jail.  He was i…
  - 44 days ago, 7 May 13, 1:17am -
• Video Review: Surviving Civil Unrest
  Surviving Civil Unrest with Chance SandersDisclaimer: Chance sent me a free demo copy of this video for me to review.First, a little background...  I met Chance Sanders, and his wife, Laura, when they were assistant instructors when I went through P…
  - 52 days ago, 28 Apr 13, 10:44pm -
• Book Sale
  Staying Home - by Alex SmithAlex wrote his first post-SHTF novel, Going Home, under the nom de plume of Angery American.  It recieved rave reviews on Amazon.He let me know that his latest book is on sale for .99 cents in e-version through Friday. …
  - 69 days ago, 12 Apr 13, 12:27am -
• Free Preparedness Fair
  This Weekend - Hampton Roads, VirginiaI went to this fair last year and really thought they did a great job.  The LDS church in Newport News is doing it again this Saturday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.  If you are in the Richmond - Va. Beach area, I real…
  - 71 days ago, 9 Apr 13, 10:38pm -
• Staying ALERRT
  Just Had Some Amazing TrainingAs long-time readers know, I was a police officer for 15 years and have been the chief of security for a large, urban public school system for the past 7.  As a cop, I attended hundreds of hours of training each year, f…
  - 75 days ago, 6 Apr 13, 1:09am -
• Prepper Ponderings
  Been a WhileFolks, it's been quite a while, so I really appreciate everyone who continues to check in here.  I can't get out content as much as I would like, but if you are one of our 955 Facebook fans, I usually get something up there almost every…
  - 11 Mar 13, 10:47pm -
• Guest Post - Food Storage Tips
  Food Storage Tips Edited 2/25/13 - The author of the guest post had sent me an email that I missed, asking me to hold off on posting their article.  They should be getting me an updated and expanded one soon.  Sorry for the confusion! Bug Out Box…
  - 25 Feb 13, 12:22am -

Graywolf Survival

• Is silver a good investment for preppers?
  You're reading Is silver a good investment for preppers?, by Graywolf. Should preppers really be buying gold and silver? What else should they be considering? Before you buy your next gold or silver bullion, think about whether that's the smartest…
  - 20 days ago, 30 May 13, 8:12pm -
• Should preppers have guns?
  You're reading Should preppers have guns?, by Graywolf. Choosing to have a gun or not to defend yourself is for some reason a controversial issue with some people. It really shouldn't be. There are things you should do first though before you go an…
  - 46 days ago, 5 May 13, 2:51pm -
• The dangers of planning for worst-case scenarios
  You're reading The dangers of planning for worst-case scenarios, by Graywolf. "Plan for the worst and hope for the best." This kind of thinking can be dangerous if you don't think things through properly. You need to have some balance and some logi…
  - 67 days ago, 13 Apr 13, 10:52pm -
• Should you build a SHTF team or go it alone?
  You're reading Should you build a SHTF team or go it alone?, by Graywolf. If SHTF, is it better to trust no one and go it alone or build a team to go through hell together? Both plans have their pros and cons. If you build a team, what should you l…
  - 70 days ago, 10 Apr 13, 8:01pm -
• Prepper gear review: Solo Scientific Aurora Fire Starter
  You're reading Prepper gear review: Solo Scientific Aurora Fire Starter, by Graywolf. Solo Scientific contacted me and asked if I could do a review on one of their 2SA firestarters.The rep said that it was "...endorsed by the Navy Diver Challenge a…
  - 75 days ago, 5 Apr 13, 8:30pm -
• Should preppers buy body armor for SHTF? (SafeGuard Stealth)
  You're reading Should preppers buy body armor for SHTF? (SafeGuard Stealth), by Graywolf. Safeguard Armor contacted me recently to see if I'd check out their Stealth body armor and let everyone know what I think. I've had experience with different…
  - 77 days ago, 4 Apr 13, 5:23pm -
• Prepper Gear Review: sCharger-12 Solar Charger
  You're reading Prepper Gear Review: sCharger-12 Solar Charger, by Graywolf. Suntactics contacted me after reading my sCharger-5 review and asked if I'd like to take a look at their more powerful sCharger-12 and write up a review because they liked…
  - 79 days ago, 2 Apr 13, 2:02am -
• Using Kim’s Game to train your mind for survival
  You're reading Using Kim’s Game to train your mind for survival, by Graywolf. Prepping isn't just about learning things and buying things. You need to prepare both your body and your mind for survival. There's a lot of information out there that'…
  - 96 days ago, 16 Mar 13, 2:27am -
• Graywolfsurvival SHTF vehicle part2: Jeep Grand Cherokee
  You're reading Graywolfsurvival SHTF vehicle part2: Jeep Grand Cherokee, by Graywolf. So, after a search that started when I was in Afghanistan a couple months, I picked up a SHTF bugout vehicle: a 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Why this one? That's the…
  - 8 Mar 13, 5:55pm -
• Graywolfsurvival SHTF vehicle part1: The search
  You're reading Graywolfsurvival SHTF vehicle part1: The search, by Graywolf. So what vehicle would be not only the best SHTF vehicle but also affordable by the normal working person in the US? I'm going to buy a vehicle that satisfies what I need a…
  - 4 Mar 13, 9:04am -

Rural Revolution

• newProgress in the garden
  I've been spending long hours working in the garden. We aren't going to be moving in any new tires this year, so I've been busy planting and weeding and mulching and watering the tires we already have in.Smart gardeners in north Idaho know better…
  - 8 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 11:59pm -
• newJonathan and Charlotte
  Younger Daughter brought to my attention a tremendously talented duo who won second place in the 2012 Britain's Got Talent competition who go by their first names, Jonathan and Charlotte. Like Paul Potts a few years go, Jonathan is overweight, has n…
  - 16 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 3:51pm -
• Why I'm becoming paranoid
  Here's my WND column for this weekend entitled Why I'm Becoming Paranoid.
  - 5 days ago, 15 Jun 13, 6:31pm -
• Stacks of tractor tires
  Despite the late date, I'm still working on pulling the tire garden together. I've got a couple more things (mostly beans) to plant, but we're trying to get more components (tires, gravel, tarps) in place for next year as well.To that end, we're s…
  - 5 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 9:33pm -
• Another calf plus some visitors
  We invited some visitors for dinner last night -- none other than Andy Sewell and his wife and son. Andy Sewell is the artist who painted the rooster picture King of the Mountain.He very much wanted to see our quartet of little heifers, so they c…
  - 7 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 5:21am -
• Milking Polly and dehorning Petunia
  Ever since getting our purebred Jersey Polly two years ago, it's been my intention to train her to be our primary milk animal. Now that she's had her first calf, let the training commence!First thing we had to do was refurbish the milking stall.…
  - 8 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 5:03am -
• Heat from a furnace and food from a supermarket
  Here's quote from SurvivalBlog that caught my eye recently:"There are two dangers in not owning a farm: the belief that heat comes from the furnace and food comes from the supermarket."-- Aldo LeopoldThis nicely sums up my thoughts from yesterda…
  - 9 days ago, 11 Jun 13, 3:01pm -
• Who's gonna grow the food?
  I just came across a disturbing article entitled Rural US Shrinks as Young Flee for the Cities. The original article, frustratingly, now requires registration to view it; but I found the text here.Now it's not uncommon for young people to leave th…
  - 10 days ago, 10 Jun 13, 7:10pm -
• Laws are for little people
  Here's my WND column for this weekend entitled Laws are For Little People.
  - 12 days ago, 8 Jun 13, 3:09pm -
• Caught in the act
  4 pm, Thursday afternoon, June 6. I was out in the garden when I heard the sound of a low-flying aircraft.This is nothing unusual. We have a neighbor who's a pilot and has been known to circle around the neighborhood. We usually wave to him.Bu…
  - 13 days ago, 7 Jun 13, 4:26pm -

Last Minute Survival

• Syria Becomes Battleground for Global Proxy War
  The Syrian Civil War is poised to explode into full scale sectarian violence that will engulf the region as a global proxy war is played out on Syrian soil.  Recent
  - 8 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 5:06am -
• The Owen Technique®: Perfecting Night Shooting with a Handgun
  Why you must train at night: I find it interesting how many fellow gun owners discuss preparedness and training with their choice home defense weapons, but few have actually practiced
  - 10 days ago, 10 Jun 13, 5:01am -
• JM Bullion-Precious Metals Sponsor
  It is with great pleasure that I get to unveil our newest precious metals sponsor, JM Bullion. While they have only been around for a short period of time (20
  - 26 days ago, 25 May 13, 7:32am -
• Why is the Obama Administration Now under Fire? The Israel Nexus.
  The national dialogue and media coverage of the Obama Administration has markedly changed toward the negative over the last two weeks.  Revelations from unimpeachable witnesses about the lies and political
  - 28 days ago, 23 May 13, 4:32am -
• Why You Should Fear the Government When You are Not Doing or Saying “Anything Wrong”
  When educating people about the dangers of broad and unchecked government surveillance, sadly, it is all too often that “educated” people will say that they are not concerned because “they
  - 39 days ago, 12 May 13, 7:44pm -
• The Military-Industrial Complex Strikes Back: North Korea and War for Profit
  “…the U.S. can’t afford to be wrong when it comes to North Korea’s threats of nuclear annihilation…” - Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel See the rest at: http://www.blackboxwire.com/2013/04/10/the-military-industrial-complex-strikes-back-nor…
  - 62 days ago, 19 Apr 13, 2:54am -
• Do You Know Your Fourth Amendment Rights? Part I
  Daily we hear of new encroachments upon our civil liberties.  The Fourth Amendment, which protects against unreasonable search and seizure, is under particular assault.  From unconstitutional electronic surveillance of your
  - 77 days ago, 4 Apr 13, 5:11am -
• It’s happening. Momentum builds as world drops the US Dollar as its reserve currency
  For years economists have warned of the time when international trade will begin decoupling from the U.S. Dollar as the world’s reserve currency.  As the theory goes, the United States
  - 78 days ago, 3 Apr 13, 5:31am -
• War in Korea?
  Within the last 24 hours, North Korea has significantly escalated tensions on the peninsula by announcing it has entered a “state of war” with South Korea and closed key border
  - 79 days ago, 2 Apr 13, 3:38am -
• Failure in Afghanistan Slowly Creeps into National Dialogue
  With little fanfare, media hype, or public outcry the inevitable conclusion that the War in Afghanistan is a failure has begun to take root in the public as well as
  - 85 days ago, 27 Mar 13, 3:42am -

Learn How To Be Prepared

Learn to Prepare

• newWHEATGRASS – Prevent Illness and Improve Health
  
  - 4 hours ago, 20 Jun 13, 4:13am -
• Barriers to Critical Thinking & The Battle of Two Wolves
  By Denis Korn                    I am sharing once again what has been one of the most read of all my posts – Barriers to Critical Thinking.  It continues to be even more timely given the issues that we face as a country and…
  - 19 days ago, 1 Jun 13, 5:01am -
• Eschatology – Premillennialism – Apocalypticism – End Times Perspectives
  Are we at the End, the Beginning, the Beginning of the End – or somewhere in-between?By Denis KornI realize that some of this material may be a bit “academic” and some of the terminology may be unfamiliar, however there is much here for ser…
  - 23 days ago, 28 May 13, 3:06am -
• The 7 Essentials for Emergencies
  
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• Why Are So Many Christians Being Called to Prepare
  By Denis KornWhat’s your calling?The time is appropriate once again (this was last posted at Learn To Prepare in Jan. 2012) to share an article written prior to Y2K.  The title was the original title – Today it could be expanded to ask: W…
  - 54 days ago, 26 Apr 13, 8:39pm -
• The 10 Commandments of Preparedness Planning
  By Denis KornBe prepared for taking action!1. Thou shalt acknowledge oneself for being responsibleYou have made a wise and sound decision and have chosen to take responsibility for you and your family, and to be prepared in the event of unfor…
  - 80 days ago, 1 Apr 13, 3:11am -
• How Serious Must an Event Be Before You Act? – The Trigger!
  By Denis KornBe Prepared to Be PreparedA growing number of people believe serious physical, political and economic events are occurring worldwide, it is once again essential to direct your attention to what I have identified as a “triggering…
  - 83 days ago, 29 Mar 13, 3:26am -
• 10 Foundational Elements of Preparedness Planning and Resiliency
  
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• Vital Preparedness Planning Questions
  By Denis KornWhat Road Will You Choose to Take?For those who have read many of my other posts you will discover that I very often use questions to stimulate and motivate reflection and action.  In the preparedness process there are two distinct el…
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• What is Required to REALLY be Prepared?
  
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Mike Marlow's Survival Blog

• A New Newsletter Subscription List
  I just signed up for an account with MailChimp. I want to be able to manage my email list separately from the blog in case it ever gets hacked again. I lost a lot of subscribers’ email addresses the last […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry...
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 1:02am -
• Clean Safe Water
  Did you know that 3.4 million people die each year from water, sanitation, and hygiene-related diseases? That is approximately the number of people who live in Wyoming, Vermont, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Alaska combined. According to a report f…
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 7:26am -
• How Sure Are You That The Stores Will Be Open Tomorrow?
  Nearly all businesses in the United States today use what is called a “just in time” delivery system. Basically, they know what is a minimum quantity of stock that they need to keep on hand until the next delivery. From […] ↓ Read the rest of…
  - 5 days ago, 15 Jun 13, 2:50am -
• Water Safety
  Here’s a good article I ran across & wanted to share with you. As summertime approaches, we will hear about people drowning in pools, lakes & rivers. Please be careful, and don’t be one of those people! keep a close […] ↓ Read the rest of thi…
  - 7 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 6:30pm -
• The Best $5 Per Month You Can Spend On Preparedness & Survival
  What do you feel is the most important thing you can have to increase you odds of your survival in case of a natural disaster, an economic collapse, pandemic, or a man-made disaster? Some feel that if they have enough […] ↓ Read the rest of this…
  - 7 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 10:00pm -

Mama Kautz

• newToday I am Guest Posting at SurvivalBased.com
  Today I am Guest Posting at SurvivalBased.com is a post from: Mama KautzToday I am Guest Posting at SurvivalBased.com is a post from: Mama Kautz These are the options for food preservation. They could also be used PSHTF if you prepped the resources…
  - 12 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 7:56pm -
• newCompassion Bloggers are Going to Nicaragua
  Compassion Bloggers are Going to Nicaragua is a post from: Mama KautzCompassion Bloggers are Going to Nicaragua is a post from: Mama Kautz The Compassion Blog team is in Nicaragua. Where they are seeing how the children live. They are seeing THIS Yo…
  - 19 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 1:00pm -
• Top 10 Things in My Get Home Bag
  Top 10 Things in My Get Home Bag is a post from: Mama KautzTop 10 Things in My Get Home Bag is a post from: Mama Kautz photo credit If you’ve been reading my blog for any part of the last year, you know that I am a prepper. Not a crazy on TV type…
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 1:00pm -
• How to Stay Encouraged While Homeschooling
  How to Stay Encouraged While Homeschooling is a post from: Mama KautzHow to Stay Encouraged While Homeschooling is a post from: Mama Kautz Every year, since I started homeschooling in 2006, I have a few moments where that Big Yellow Bus looks better…
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 12:00am -
• Today I am Over at Homeschool Blogging
  Today I am Over at Homeschool Blogging is a post from: Mama KautzToday I am Over at Homeschool Blogging is a post from: Mama Kautz photo credit: Pixel Fantasy via photopin cc So you want to start a blog of your own, but have no idea how. Let me help…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 2:30pm -

Modern Day Redneck

• newThe Little Things
   I just finished making the wife's outdoor serving trays. Last weekend we were at the flea market and she came across some she wanted to buy. Eighteen bucks each for scrap wood nailed together was a little out of the price range for me and we passed…
  - 14 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 5:34pm -
• Tomatoes And Children, The Gardens Of Life
  At the beginning of the growing seasons just like most of y'all, I am always excited to start the gardens. Several weeks before, in the greenhouse we start about three times as many tomatoes plants as needed just in case some don't sprout or if they…
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 1:39pm -
• My Bad!
  Ever since I started this blog I have wrote about the happenings in my life including the good and the bad. Even though it may be embarrassing to me I try and hold no punches when it come to telling it like it is. I talk about what worked and what fa…
  - 6 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 2:34pm -
• Harvest Time
  With all the partying behind us now, it is time to get back to work. Yesterday the wife went out and did the first big harvest of the year from the gardens.This will be enough onions and carrots to last us all year. We still have some from last year…
  - 8 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 12:17pm -
• Epic Failure
  Why do I put myself through it?All the time it took and all the money spent for the graduation party is gone now. I felt it was a complete failure. Others say it wasn't, but they are just being nice.On the menu was Ribs, Pork Butt, Chicken, Grilled C…
  - 10 days ago, 10 Jun 13, 1:56pm -
• Around The Mini Farm
  Last weekend the whole bunch of us hung around the house and got caught up on some of the things we have been lacking on due to too much playing and not enough working.There is so many things that have to be done before the Graduation Backyard BBQ Pa…
  - 16 days ago, 4 Jun 13, 12:32pm -
• We Finally Found Some
  I was getting frustrated all weekend looking at the Giant Bird Hotel (Aviary) I built the wife a couple months ago with nothing in it. A lot of time and materials went into that thing and there it sat, empty.We put a couple of little hens inside just…
  - 17 days ago, 3 Jun 13, 1:22pm -
• Party Planner
  That is my title for the next couple of weeks.The middle girl "Boppy" will be graduating next Friday and just like with the oldest, she gets her own backyard BBQ party on Saturday. So, I am mister party planner until then.Last Saturday was our last C…
  - 22 days ago, 29 May 13, 4:24pm -
• One More Time
  A the three day weekend comes with a hefty to-do list, but somewhere in there I have a festival to go to, a chili cook off to win, a barn party to attend, fishing with the girls, a fish fry to be at and I really really want to get at least one nap…
  - 27 days ago, 24 May 13, 2:37pm -
• Non Stop All Weekend Long
  I put in sixty hours of work on the job during the five day work week. During the two day weekend I put in a little over forty. It is non stop from Friday evening to Sunday night. Not all that is work though, I do take time to do some cool stuff.Afte…
  - 31 days ago, 20 May 13, 1:29pm -

My Family Survival Plan

• new5 Reasons Why You Should Keep Prepping
  As passionate as one might be about survival, it`s impossible not to have a “no more” moment at some point. That moment when you`re tired of stacking cans, of rotating, of eating survival food just because its expiration date is round the corne…
  - 18 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 2:22pm -
• The Syngas Generator: When Gasoline Is No Longer Available
  Whether caused by nuclear war, the dollar collapsing or a meteorite hitting the planet, gasoline will not always be as readily available as it is today. Luckily, alternative processes like gasification may be able to produce the fuel we need to keep…
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 5:22am -

Command Zero

• newLink – Concern Over Changes to Home Storage Centers Unnecessary
  This was brought to my attention in email. Thanks to the thoughtful person providing the linkl! Over the past several weeks, misinformation and unnecessary concern has been circulating on blogs, over social media channels and by email regarding chang…
  - 15 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 4:41pm -
• newCardboard ammo boxes
  Years and years ago, back when I ordered my reloading stuff from Midway, I got a deal on some surplus cardboard military .45 ACP ammo boxes. If youve never seen one, they are small tray-like boxes that hold 50 rounds. … Continue reading →
  - 19 hours ago, 19 Jun 13, 12:33pm -
• GP-100
  Ah, the GP-100 arrived today. Another gun rescued from a life of not belonging to me. Came with some competition speedloaders too. This thing was used as a competition gun by a fella so it has replacement springs to give … Continue reading →
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 4:49pm -
• Freezer fun
  Lately, as in the last month or so, my upright freezer seems to have been developing a rather intensive frost problem. Its a 20 year old freezer and I suspect that the door seals were starting to fail and warm … Continue reading →
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 1:28am -
• More invitations to OPSEC fail
  I seem to be getting more and more of these sorts of emails these days. This sort of thing can never be a good idea. Theres just no reason to do this sort of thing. But, I mention it here … Continue reading →
  - 6 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 8:13am -
• moar gunz! – pt. II
  A little late to the party, but somehow we’ll find room in the safe for it: Really, more of a competition rig than a ‘practical rig….G35 w/ fiber optic front sight, aftermarket rear sight, trigger job, spare mags with basepads, … Continue rea…
  - 7 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 4:25am -
• moar gunz!
  There has been a bit of an orgy of gun-buying going on around here as of late. However, the firearms circle-of-life does not come cheaply..and some guns in the safe are sent on their way to make room for new … Continue reading →
  - 9 days ago, 11 Jun 13, 4:48pm -
• Article – The Secret World of Underground Bunkers
  Im always fascinated with bunkers…old, new, foreign, domestic, private, commercial…here’s some pics of various government bunkers from around the world.
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• Convenience packaging – batts at CostCo
  One of the basic things about preparedness that youre just going to have to get used to is that you wind up buying things in two sizes: huge, gigantic, Costco-sized containers/quantity or tiny, itty-bitty single-serve sizes in giant quantity. Why ……
  - 12 days ago, 8 Jun 13, 7:33pm -
• Cool
  Summer is apparently on its way here in Big Sky Country. Im not a fan of hot weather and while the days in Montana can often get up into the 90′s (or worse) they usually cool down by about 20-30 … Continue reading →
  - 13 days ago, 7 Jun 13, 7:27pm -

Outdoor Quest

• newCustomizing your GPS
  
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• The Ten Essentials
  Another look at the Ten Essentials by a King County SAR member.Glenn Wallace takes another quick look at the Ten Essentials.Carrying the 10 Essentials when you’re in the outdoors will greatly increase your chances of survival. We recommend you carr…
  - 15 days ago, 5 Jun 13, 6:43pm -
• SAR - A Busy Morning
  It was busy at Smith Rock State Park (Oregon) Saturday morning.  A tough extraction but it ended well.
  - 18 days ago, 2 Jun 13, 2:57pm -
• The Cold Steel SRK: The Best Survival Knife?
  My friend Leon has a strong review about the best survival knife/You can’t compromise on survival gear quality, so over 20 years ago, I invested in a Cold Steel SRK. If I could only have one survival knife, which would also be used as a field dress…
  - 18 days ago, 1 Jun 13, 9:47pm -
• Bushwacking - Is It Right For You?
  Section Hiker has a nice post on bushwacking through the back country.Bushwhacking is a form of off-trail hiking where you need to navigate through dense vegetation to locate you destination. Getting really good at it is an art form that takes years…
  - 18 days ago, 1 Jun 13, 9:35pm -
• Topographic Mapping
  Check out the USGS' new topographic maps.  See the article below written by Eric Gakstatter. by Eric Gakstatter on May 20, 2013 with 0 Comments in GIS News , GNSS/GPS , Govern…
  - 24 days ago, 27 May 13, 3:04pm -
• Snake Bites
  Are you ready for rattlesnakes?  The following post is from a site that I just found: www.outdoorbuddy.com.  This is great info as you head into the back country.Be Rattlesnake Safe 05/22/13 -- As warm weather returns, the California Department of…
  - 26 days ago, 25 May 13, 1:54pm -
• Launch of The Newest GPS Satellite
  Images from www.gpstracklog.com:GPS IIF launch; image courtesy United Launch Alliance 
  - 32 days ago, 19 May 13, 3:00pm -
• DeLorme inReach Review
  Check out my review of the DeLorme inReach two way satellite communicator at seattlebackpackersmagazine.com.The DeLorme inReach is a two-way satellite communication transceiver with GPS capability. DeLorme has steadily updated the inReach product lin…
  - 33 days ago, 18 May 13, 1:34pm -
• GPS Navigation Discussion
  Recently a friend emailed me the following thread from a Search and Rescue forum.  The comments below are right on the mark and worth remembering."......In the case of a GPS, its' the person following the GPS and relying far too heavily on the techn…
  - 38 days ago, 13 May 13, 3:48pm -

Paul Kirtley's Blog

• Survival Foraging: A Realistic Approach
  There are many edible wild plants. Leaves, shoots, flowers, berries, nuts, seeds, roots, and bark of different plants and trees can provide us with some form of sustenance at different times of the year. What’s more, foraging is fashionable, having…
  - 41 days ago, 9 May 13, 11:54pm -
• Boost Your Bushcraft With Urban Botany
  Urban Bushcraft is a phrase which appears to be gaining popularity. Certainly, I see and hear it more frequently now than a couple of years ago. In the UK 80% of the population live in urban areas *. It’s a similar story in other European countries…
  - 52 days ago, 29 Apr 13, 6:45am -
• How To Sharpen A Bushcraft Knife
  There is an old adage that you are only as sharp as your knife. Consistent sharpening doesn’t require expensive or complicated equipment. All you need is a combination oil-stone and an old leather belt. And the right technique...Thanks for reading…
  - 65 days ago, 16 Apr 13, 12:20am -
• Axe Choice For The Northern Forest
  In the Northern Forest, an axe is your most important cutting tool. There is a general trend amongst outdoors people to carry quite small axes. These small axes are very wieldy, yet you can apply to them to large jobs such as felling trees as well a…
  - 85 days ago, 27 Mar 13, 6:30am -
• Cliff Jacobson and Camping’s Top Secrets
  Cliff Jacobson is one of the wise men of the outdoors. He is one of North America’s best respected and most published outdoors writers. He is the author of over a dozen top-selling books on canoeing, expeditioning, camping and outdoors skills. His…
  - 97 days ago, 15 Mar 13, 6:30am -
• Tree Felling For Winter Firewood: Axe and Saw
    In this video I look at felling dead, standing timber for firewood in winter. The felling technique involves the use of both the axe and the saw to create a very controlled cut and fall. Further, axe and saw techniques for sectioning the trunk are…
  - 99 days ago, 13 Mar 13, 6:30am -
• Winter Magic: Return To The Northern Forest
  Each winter I like to get away to the snow. I enjoy winter mountain walking in Scotland. Ski touring in Norway is also a favourite. But the northern forest in winter has a special allure which is hard to escape. I’ve experienced this environment ma…
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• Surviving A Winter’s Night in the Northern Forest: How To Build An Arctic Lean-To
  A lean-to is a classic shelter of the northern forests. It is an open-fronted shelter that depends upon fire to keep the occupant warm. This type of shelter has the advantage of a relatively simple construction method requiring few tools. As long as…
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• Making a Tin-Can Candle
  If you use any sort of candle holder in camp then you will end up with stubs of candles left over. Rather than wasting this wax, you can make a really good improvised candle from these remnants. The only things you will need in addition to the stubs…
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• How To Make An Improvised Candle Holder
  During the shorter days of the year, evenings in camp are longer and darker. Illumination becomes more important. Candles give off a soft, natural light and are relatively inexpensive. To get the best out of candles, however, it’s good to have them…
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Prep Blog

• newPros and Cons of Less-Lethal Self-defense
  This prepping and survival blog post is about the advantages and disadvantages of using less-lethal weapons in self-defense. A “less-lethal” weapon is still a weapon. Although this type of weapon is not designed to kill your attacker, death can s…
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• Prepping Poll Tuesday: post-SHTF cooking
  At Prep-Blog, we’ve covered the topic of how to cook if the power goes out a few times. I’ve also linked to some posts and articles on the topic from the Survival Daily Reader section of the site. There are … Continue reading →
  - 2 days ago, 18 Jun 13, 11:42am -
• Cancer Risk from Radiation Exposure
  This post is a quick summary of the increasing risk of cancer with exposure to radiation. To my mind, there are two levels of risk: proven and unproven. Scientists have information on cancer risk from the great harm done by … Continue reading →
  - 2 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 10:07pm -
• When Things Change In The City
  I just got back from a week long trip to New York City and wanted to share some of my observations with you all.  First of all the city is really looking pretty good.  The number of homeless people has … Continue reading →
  - 4 days ago, 15 Jun 13, 8:50pm -
• Weekly Survival Reader (June 10-14)
  It’s time for another installment of Prep-Blog.com’s weekly prepping and survival reader. This week, I particularly liked Willow Haven Outdoor’s 5 Make-Shift Urban Survival Lights When the Electricity Goes Down and the Instructables on How to M…
  - 6 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 2:42pm -

Prepper Recon

• Children of the State
  Children of the State With all of the attention to our personal freedoms being thrown out the window lately, we must not forget the fight for our children. The liberal left is winning in getting a consensus on their opinion […] ↓ Read the rest of…
  - 1 day ago, 19 Jun 13, 3:42am -
• Prepper First Aid Kits
  Prepper First Aid Kits for Bugging Out or Bugging In With hurricane season starting out, I have been reviewing my gear. I have been rotating everything and going over my preps with a fine tooth comb.  Preppers should have a […] ↓ Read the rest o…
  - 3 days ago, 17 Jun 13, 2:43am -
• Proverbs 26:17- Sunday Prepper Bible Study
  Proverbs 26:17- Sunday Prepper Bible Study- Minding Our Own Business “Like one who grabs a stray dog by the ears  is someone who rushes into a quarrel not their own.” Proverbs 26:17 The US government has demonstrated its lack of […] ↓ Read t…
  - 4 days ago, 16 Jun 13, 6:38am -
• Prepper Recon Podcast- David Quintieri Interview
  Prepper Recon Podcast-David Quintieri Interview Today’s guest on the Prepper Recon Podcast is the author David Quintieri. David has written The Money GPS which is an excellent book that explains the economic causes for the collapse. David has a tal…
  - 6 days ago, 14 Jun 13, 1:09am -
• The Many Uses of Para-Cord
  The Many Uses of Para-Cord Para-cord is prepper gold. Is has so many uses that make it a must have for every bug out bag. One of the things preppers look at when deciding what will and won’t make it […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry...The post…
  - 8 days ago, 12 Jun 13, 2:49am -
• Prism Whistle Blower Warns Against Tyranny
  Prism Whistle Blower Warns Against Tyranny Edward Snowden left everything he knew in order to warn us of the tyranny facilitated by the NSA. The National Security Agency has been monitoring communications and postings through telephone calls, e-mail,…
  - 10 days ago, 10 Jun 13, 3:50am -
• Prepper Bible Study- King Asa
  Prepper Bible Study- King Asa II Chronicles 14-16 2 Chronicles 15:2“The Lord is with you when you are with him. If you seek him, he will be found by you, but if you forsake him, he will forsake you.” King […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry...T…
  - 11 days ago, 9 Jun 13, 3:40am -
• Prepper Recon Podcast- Nathan Jefferson Interview
  Prepper Recon Podcast- Author Nathan Hale Jefferson Interview Today’s guest is Nathan Hale Jefferson. Nathan has just released his new book, The Wayward Journey. The book is a fictional account of the coming economic collapse combined with encroach…
  - 13 days ago, 7 Jun 13, 2:43am -
• Hurricane Season Check Up
  Hurricane Season Check Up Hurricane Season is here again. For preppers on the East coast, this means paying a little more attention to the weather. Most preppers are always trying to perfect their preparedness, so being prepared for a hurricane […]…
  - 15 days ago, 5 Jun 13, 5:06am -
• Amendments 3 and 7 Still In Tact!
  Amendments 3 and 7 Still In Tact! As far as I can tell, Amendments 3 and 7 of the Bill of Rights are still in tact. They seem to have survived 4 and 1/2 years of the present administration. I […] ↓ Read the rest of this entry...The post Amendment…
  - 17 days ago, 3 Jun 13, 3:17am -

Preparedness is Fundamental

• DIY Recycled Drip Irrigation Accessories
  While there is nothing better than fresh veggies picked from your plot or container garden, getting to that point is a time consuming task, punctuated with short breaks between weeding and watering. Drip irrigation systems can really save you time…
  - 7 days ago, 13 Jun 13, 5:30am -
• How To Take Care of Your Boots
  Every once in awhile I receive an article that catches my eye. The following is one such article, and has good information for anyone who is a boot owner. Sophie Wardstone is a freelance media consultant and author who is currently involved … Con…
  - 8 days ago, 11 Jun 13, 10:22pm -
• Free Planting Supplies
  It still amazes me how many items are tossed away that can serve a useful function. In this short video, I show you where you can get incredible FREE seedling trays and planters, usually just for the asking. See video … Continue reading →
  - 32 days ago, 19 May 13, 4:09pm -
• Freeze-Dried vs. Dehydrated Food: How They Differ
  Freeze dried food and dehydrated food have many similarities. They both have long shelf lives. Both are lightweight and compact. However, they also differ in a few ways. One of the biggest factors that sets them apart from each other … Continue rea…
  - 43 days ago, 8 May 13, 12:24am -
• Getting Great Garden Gadgets – Gratis.
  We have all experienced the agony of breaking a shovel handle. In fact, I used to have more than a few garden tools floating around with electrical tape holding the handle together. But no longer. There is a way to … Continue reading →
  - 46 days ago, 5 May 13, 6:27am -
• Great Prepping Resources For Families
  If you have raised (or are in the process) children, you know that things never go as planned. The same will probably hold true during a crisis, so if you are looking for resources on emergency preparedness and children, look … Continue reading →
  - 51 days ago, 30 Apr 13, 2:42am -
• Fantastic Free Fowl Feeder
  My chickens must be Democrats. They think that the feeder will always be full and that I can work as many hours as it takes to keep them fed. Well with the sequester, I have had to look for places to save … Continue reading →
  - 52 days ago, 29 Apr 13, 2:42am -
• Two Fantastic Emergency, Prepping and Camping Lights
  One of the things that is at the top of the list for all emergency and survival situations is light. It is absolutely essential for security, chores, morale, and to keep from stubbing your toes on furniture. While there are literally thousands ……
  - 55 days ago, 26 Apr 13, 6:08am -
• Free Plastic Buckets for Dozens of Prepping Uses
  For chores, food and supply storage, trays, feeders and sanitation, plastic buckets are not only unbeatable, but free for the asking. Used by bakeries, they contain donut icing and filling, delis and restaurants get pickles, garlic and dressings in…
  - 57 days ago, 24 Apr 13, 2:36pm -
• An Easy to Build, Bulletproof, Dirt Cheap Potting Bench
  It is time to get out and start building things that will make reaching some modicom of self sufficiency as efficient as possible. If you have a garden, or are going to attempt one, you need this potting bench. (See short video description … Con…
  - 10 Mar 13, 11:31pm -

Preparedness Blogs

• Bee Plants
  by PrepperGal I believe it was Albert Einstein who said that without bees, the human species would go extinct within four years. Honeybees are so essential to our entire food supply and they’re dying off in scary numbers. Between colony collapse an…
  - 13 days ago, 7 Jun 13, 5:21pm -
• The story of the Honeybee…..well sort of…..
  by DW When it comes to raising honeybees, there’s plenty of buzz out there. Before you get started, be sure that you are ready to handle the task.   Know The Laws Be sure to check with your local laws. Your county or municipality may have restri…
  - 20 days ago, 31 May 13, 12:38pm -
• Beekeeping
  by DW Hello folks I thought we might talk about beekeeping today since it is that time of year. This is not going to be a real extensive discussion because there are books written on this subject. It is a fun and very delicious hobby to get into! Som…
  - 32 days ago, 19 May 13, 1:57pm -
• Making Money From Home
  by preppergal11 This is one of the most popular questions I get. How to make money from home so you can homestead or prep more or just feel safer in general. There are several ways, some of which I use myself, some that make minimal money and some th…
  - 45 days ago, 6 May 13, 4:00pm -
• Floods
  by DW Well folks I haven’t seen a whole lot today to share sooooo I thought I would write something! So today lets talk about FLOODS = Stay on high ground! Six inches of water can sweep you and your car off the road! Prepare 1) Learn where the haza…
  - 49 days ago, 2 May 13, 7:18pm -
• Barricade or Clear What To Do?
  Barricade or Clear What To Do? Its 2 a.m. you hear glass breaking. Seconds later you hear a thud down stairs. You live in a nice neighborhood, you have a brick two story house where yourself, your wife and 8 year old. On this night your 8 year old i…
  - 64 days ago, 17 Apr 13, 5:01pm -