Fly-Tying 101
by Derrick Krane I went through a rough period financially after getting out of graduate school. I could not find work in my chosen field, criminal psychology. I worked per diem (as needed/as available) at […]
The Best Pepper Sprays for Survival
by Derrick Krane The use of force continuum ranges from Command presence, in which your very presence deters aggression, all the way up to lethal force. Between these two far ends of the spectrum are […]
Defensive Handgun Ammunition – the Crush Factor
by Eric When it comes to personal defense, it’s very hard to argue with a handgun being the best choice. Often the mere sight of a handgun will send a potential assailant fleeing simply because […]
Survival Candy – Make Sweet Treats from What You Grow or Forage
by Tara Survival candy and sweet treats might not be at the top of your prepper shopping list, but they still should be worked into your SHTF budget somewhere. Stockpile morale boosters to pull out […]
How to Store Bleach and How to Use It to Purify Water
by Teresa The use of chlorine to disinfect water as well as to maintain hygiene in various ways is well-known. For consumers, there are primarily two common types of active chlorine that are used for […]
Information and Communication Post-SHTF
by Eric One of the most important things post-collapse is getting information. If you don’t have the right info, a slew of bad things can happen. You may not know in tine that that wildfire […]
Gun Control: Good or Bad?
by Carmen Amedori In the words of John R. Lott, Jr., “More Guns, Less Crime.” I first meet Mr. Lott in 2000 when he came to testify against the Glendenning “smart gun” legislation. I presented […]
A Comparative Analysis of George Orwell’s 1984, as Related to Our Time
In 1949, George Orwell wrote a rather prophetic book. 1984 was a fictional account of a future society in the year 1984. The book was also made into a movie titled nineteen eighty four It […]
Survival Food Bars, Crackers & Cakes
Energy bars, aka power bars, aka food bars, are small rectangular, nutritious, palatable, have a long shelf life, are simple to prepare, and are easy to carry. The recipes I have presented below make use […]
8 Overlooked Bug-Out Bag Items
Tweaking your bug out bag is a never-ending endeavor. The more you learn, the more you add and remove items, the goal being to make it more lightweight, more functional and more tuned to your […]
Understanding Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
by Derrick Krane In today’s increasingly degenerate, sensitive society full of a growing number of soft weakling men, and uptight angry women, the threshold for what is traumatizing has been lowered, and the definition of […]
The Odds of an Economic Collapse in the next 12 Months
Preppers run the gamut from individuals who prefer to homeschool their children, watch less TV and eat organic, local food to militia members who are prepared to take on hostile military forces. Having a Bug-Out-Bag […]
Setting Up a Carbine for Self-Defense
by Contributing Author Rifles, specifically carbines, are excellent choices for a defensive long gun, especially when chambering an intermediate cartridge. Their combination of desirable characteristics such as light weight, compact size, mild recoil and superior […]
SHTF Apothecary- 15 Plants to Grow for All Natural Healing
by Megan For anyone with chronic illnesses, it doesn’t take long for prescription costs to become overwhelming, especially with recent changes in the healthcare system in the United States. In addition to rising costs for […]
Is Urban Survival Even Possible?
by Tara Urban survival is basically an oxymoron. If you have extensive survival or military training, it is possible – but the chances of making it through a SHTF disaster for even an above average […]
11 Places WW3 Could Start and How
The Historical March towards WWI and WWII Glimpsed through the backwards lens of history, major conflicts seem to unfold in a natural and predictable sequence of events. From the perspective of the future, the events […]
50 Ways to Prepare Your Homestead for SHTF
by Megan The truth is although you may get some advanced warning of a SHTF situation, no one will predict it with absolute certainty. There are however some predicted behaviors and events that experts can […]
4 Switchel Recipes You’re Going to Love
by Derrick Krane Switchel is a refreshing and healthy beverage made from citrus fruit, a sweetener, such as molasses, brown sugar, honey or maple syrup, warm spices such as ginger and cinnamon, and apple cider […]
The US-Israel Relationship
The United States and Israel are good friends. Israel is regarded as the most important ally the United States has in the Middle East. The US has provided Israel with military and economic assistance, and […]
5.56mm Ammo Comparison: M193 vs. M855 and Equivalents
by Chad Two of the most common loads for stoking a rifle chambered in 5.56x45mm are M193 and M855 equivalent rounds. I say equivalent to describe them because both the M193 and M855 are military […]
Should You First Prep for Doomsday or for Emergencies?
by contributing author Every person who is taking steps to improve their chances of survival in a crisis event usually starts with a specific vision of exactly what kind they are trying to defend against. […]
Critical Thinking in a Confused World
by Derrick Krane I had a laptop sticker which stated you can’t co-exist with suicide bombers. I thought this was pretty much self-evident. I was working on the latest writing job at a café I […]
Overview of the Ruger LC9
photo above [CC BY-SA 3.0 ], via Wikimedia Commons by Charles Sturm, Ruger and Co. is popularly known for producing American-made quality, typically overbuilt guns at modest prices. One thing they were not known for […]
Emergency (or Everyday) Food Nuggets
photo above, from left to right: musket balls, chia balls, majoun balls, and space food by Derrick Krane Food nuggets, aka energy nuggets, power chunks, power balls, aka many other names, are small, nutrient dense […]