Regardless of where you move in the world, you’ll face a certain combination of natural disasters. You can’t hide from them! If you’re new to a location, then you might not be familiar with the way to handle the most common natural disasters and need some prepping tips. On the other hand, if you’ve been in…
Fun Facts About Lightning
When we see the clouds start to roll in and the thunder begin to sound in the distance, we make a beeline for the indoors. It’s never convenience to be caught in the middle of a thunderstorm. Forget about being uncomfortably soaked. You also don’t want to risk being struck by lightning, particularly if you’re…
If Nuclear War Breaks Out Here Are The Safest Places To Be
North Korea always seems to be on the brink of starting the next great war. Their threats are never ceasing and now with the increased weapons testing and plans on hitting the US, they seem more focused now than ever on removing the world’s leading superpower. While many shrug this off as nothing more than the rhetoric…
Now That The Eclipse Is Over Back To North Korea
It seems that we have all survived the once in a lifetime eclipse. While in some parts of the country it was an event that was not to be missed. In other parts of the country, the effect was somewhat underwhelming however it’s still cool to one day be able to say “I was there.”…
What To Do When A Bug Out Location Becomes Ground Zero
With extreme weather becoming more and more common, people are making a mad dash to create a plan B for themselves if SHTF. Hurricane Harvey is reminding us of that. Stockpiling and securing your own home is one way to maximize survival. However, if your home is too close to the disaster or if you…
Steer Clear of These 11 Plants When in the Wilderness
Even if you’re not a wilderness junkie, there’s one plant that your Everyday Joe will know to avoid: poison ivy. But after that, general poisonous plant knowledge seems to quickly taper off. Whether you mingle with wildlife flora several times a week or only a few times a year, it’s critical to know the difference…
What Seattle’s Tax on Firearms Could Mean For the Nation’s Future
There’s a constant debate over the Second Amendment, but regardless of which side you fall on, we can all agree that we want to remain as safe as possible. Recently, Seattle adjusted the price of ammo and firearms by implementing a tax. No one enjoys being taxed more so as you can imagine, it caused…
Debunking 9 Seemingly Helpful Survival Myths
We love a good urban myth. It gives us some mystery and entertainment, and because we’re superstitious that the myth could be true, we tend to follow whatever it says. Some myths, such as the old wives’ tale about pregnancy and how to tell the gender of your baby, are harmless. Other myths can put your…
Elon Musk Believes There’s Something More Dangerous Than North Korea
What would the technology industry be without companies like SpaceX and Tesla? Elon Musk’s innovative thinking and investment in technology has allowed the human race to make strides in technological advancement. He clearly thinks and leads in a way that the majority of us do not. So, while most of the country (and the world) is…