Most people who are outdoorsmen know what we are referring to when we say Batoning. For those of you who may not know here is a simple explanation: Batoning is a survival and bushcraft technique whereby a sturdy knife is lodged in a piece of wood then struck repeatedly by a baton-like object, a heavy…
Why a Flour Mill is Important in Survival
When looking at what to prepare for long-term survival situations it’s always good to make sure that you have a variety of things stockpiled. It’s best to think of things before this kind of situation hits as if you think of it after then what you are looking for may already be gone. It’s Good…
Store Gasoline Safely Using These Simple Tips
Protect Your Investment – and Your Life – With These Tips! For many of us, life as we know it would be virtually impossible without a plentiful supply of gasoline. For starters, many of us drive to work every day, and without gas to fuel our vehicles or the public transportation that takes us to…
How To Use a Shepard’s Sling
We have all heard the David and Goliath stories. The small shepherd boy defeats the giant warrior from an opposing land with nothing more than a slingshot and a smooth stone. This is possibly one of the oldest weapons that’s still used today by sheep herders who throw rocks at dangerous predators. So how do you…
Is Gander Mountain Going Bankrupt. New Filing Suggests So
Outdoor living is a way of life. Everyone knows that for those of us who love the great outdoors we have our favorite places to shop at. Two of the biggest ones are Bass Pro Shoppe and Gander Mountain. These two store chain have been king of the hill for quite some time yet as…
These Items Should Be in Every First Aid Kit
Don’t Leave Home Without It! Most of us have at least a basic first kit, stock with items like bandages, antiseptic and other essential items. Unfortunately, however, too many of us leave it at that, and then find ourselves without very specific items we need to address a medical or health crisis, whether it’s a…
Use This Simple Method to Determine How Much Food to Stock Up On
Don’t Invest Your Money on a Food Supply and Then Have It Go to Waste! Many of us are on a budget, which means we need to plan our meals in advance, possibly as far ahead as for the entire month! Many other people want to stock up in case of a SHTF moment, whether…
How To Make a Monkey Fist Knot
The first thing to look at when you begin your descent into the world os survival and prepping should be how to tie a good knot. There are many knots to learn and each one has a myriad of uses! Knowing which knot to use and when is an invaluable skill to have and sets…
This Is What to Do on a Sinking Boat
Preparation Is Key to Surviving This Potentially Deadly Situation It can happen to even the most skilled and experienced boater. You may do everything right, but because of a bad storm, a technical malfunction or some other outside event, you may find yourself trapped on a sinking boat. While you might feel doomed, that’s not…
