How a Snow Cave Could Save Your Life
You might think it is substantially easier to find shelter in warm weather, but did you know snow caves can actually protect you in chilly, frigid temperatures? Snow caves can be excellent shelters and are generally made from deep snow, usually at the bottom of a hill. Despite being freezing cold inside, snow caves are… Read more
Seven Ways to Heat your Home in an Emergency
The cold weather peak has arrived; preparing your home for emergency heating is essential. Knowing what to do and how to prepare for cold weather is imperative in keeping you and your family safe and warm without a heat source. Hand Warmers: These small, portable warmers are a quick and easy way to protect your… Read more
Winter Survival Skills All Children Should Have
For kids, winter usually means sliding down hills in sleds, building snowmen, bright pink cheeks, and wiping cold snot from their noses – all the usual cold-weather fun! However, when disaster strikes, what skills should children possess to ensure their survival? Children should know how to adequately layer up in cold weather, what to do… Read more
Protecting Your Extremities from Frostbite
Cold weather is well-known to freeze water, soil, inanimate objects, and even fingers or toes. One of the most common winter injuries is frostbite. While in certain survival situations, avoiding frostbite is absolutely crucial. Frostbite is an injury from the cold that takes place when body tissues freeze. Some common body parts that fall prey… Read more
Layering Clothing in Cold Weather
Cold, frigid air is heading our way. If you find yourself in a chilly survival situation, it’s crucial to regulate your body temperature before executing other tasks. Exposure to freezing temperatures combined with windchill can freeze you solid. To keep your body dry and warm, layering is essential. This simple yet effective process will keep… Read more
Firewood for Survival
Firewood is an essential tool for survival. It’s common, renewable, and is instrumental for cooking food and staying warm. Apart from gathering a pile of twigs, dousing them in lighter fluid, and setting them ablaze, it takes a skilled outdoor enthusiast to create a proper fire. The species of wood is important to note when… Read more
Best Survival Podcasts of 2021
Unless you’ve been living under a rock (ok, maybe you have), you probably know that podcasts are the latest big thing. Beyond watching movies and reading books, those interested in learning about prepping, survivalism, and homesteading can now utilize a new media: podcasts. Podcasts are incredibly convenient in our fast-paced lifestyles. Instead of sitting in… Read more
How to Start Homesteading
A homestead is an isolated house on secluded acreage, which typically has other outbuildings on the property. For many preppers and survival enthusiasts alike, homesteads provide a feeling of peace and self-sufficiency. Decipher if homesteading is right for you by weighing the pros and cons. Continue reading further to learn more. If you have a… Read more
Seven Everyday Carry (EDC) Essentials
Emergencies are unpredictable, and no matter how much you prepare, they can happen in an instant. Don’t get caught off guard; ensure you are always ready for disaster by equipping an “Everyday Carry” or EDC. Your EDC is meant to be a bag, purse, or backpack that stays with you every time you leave the… Read more
Safeguarding Pets During a Disaster
Don’t forget your pets while creating an emergency preparedness plan! For many people, pets are like family; therefore, they shouldn’t be overlooked in your plan. Yet, according to the ASPCA, roughly 6.5 million pets arrive at animal shelters nationwide. While not all of these are a result of emergencies, remember to plan ahead, so your… Read more