I can only imagine what it took to build this mousetrap. I am not sure you can even call it a mouse trap when it is large enough and dangerous enough to smash anything in its path! I will say that he was pretty brave at the start of the video for sitting on the edge…
[Video] How To Get Fire From an EMPTY Lighter
Have you ever thought about what to do if the light that you have tucked away is empty? Most everyone I know who is into prepping and survival has more than one way to start a fire stored away in the various nooks and crannies of their bug out bag. In fact, in many cases, they…
[Video] 22 DIY Tricks That Will Make The Worst DIY’er Feel Like a Genius
When I first started doing Diy and Survival projects I will tell you that I was totally and completely overwhelmed. There was so much information and so much to learn that I almost quit before I even got started. Now, any DIY’er will tell you that there are projects that no beginner should ever attempt right…
[Video] Making a Compass Out of Things Found In The Wild
I hate being lost, then again, I don’t know anyone who actually LIKES being lost unless they’re simply trying to get away from the world. Most times, however, being lost is not something that many people would willingly do. Let’s take into consideration that most of the society we are now faced with relies heavily…
A True DIY’er or Survivalist Would Carry This at All Times
I see so many people with keychains that are totally and completely useless! Sure there are the exceptions every once in awhile but you know what they say “the exception makes the rule.” What I find rewarding is when a DIY project comes along that I can get excited about and this is one of them. It’s…
The Food Our Ancestors Survived On That Can Be Stored for 50 Years!
When looking at prepping and food storage longevity is paramount. Being able to safely store edible items that can be ingested is something that takes thought and consideration. Each food group has a particular shelf life so finding those things that can be stored away for long periods o time can be difficult after awhile. So…
This Hammock Rain Set Up Will Impress Everyone
I love hammocks! Honestly, there is nothing better in the world than laying in a hammock (with or without someone next to you) on a warm spring or summer day as the stresses of the world just go away! Some of the best naps I have had were in hammocks and I am a big advocate…
Survival Emergency: How To Clean a Wound The Right Way
I cannot tell you how many times when out camping there has been at least one person who has tripped, fallen down, scraped their knee, arm or forehead while hiking through the woods. I can attest to this fact because chances are I was that person! Thankfully we always have someone with us that is prepared…
[Video] The Protection Tool That is Discreet, Versatile, and Can Do Some Serious Damage
As a prepper, survivalist, homesteader or heck, just a person, the protection of you and your loved ones is vital. As things begin to unravel all over the world we often watch the news holding our breath wondering when the chaos will be at our doorstep. Sadly there is no way to give an exact…
