One of the many skills that will be necessary during a prolonged grid down situation will be keeping your clothes clean. Even if you have a solar power system or generators, you will not want to waste your limited fuel and resources running that energy sucking motor and pump in your washer. Doing laundry is … Read more
For many in dire circumstances, just living day-to-day is very difficult. Working in a low-income area with many who are homeless, I routinely see examples. Others I know are unemployed, or if they work, they do so part time and/or below their skill or education level – just to survive. Although these people have roofs … Read more
Anyone that has read ModernSurvivalOnline for any length of time knows I have a serious flashlight fetish. Ever since I was a kid I have loved flashlights. I guess being able to see what goes bump in the night has always been important to me. As the years have past and technology has gotten better … Read more
Everyone knows small gasoline fueled engines are noisy and loud enough that hearing protection should be used when working with or around devices thus powered. Noise pollution is serious, especially in urban areas but little thought is generally given to the racket when out in the country. In a world without rule of law (WROL), … Read more
This year’s SHOT Show was a blast for all law-enforcers! Exhibitors received a lot of attention at the 2014 Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade Show in Las Vegas where overall attendance hit a record this year. Visitors, in turn, were overwhelmed by the huge numbers of amazing products, which included the latest tactical gear developments. … Read more
Natural disasters can be devastating on many levels. The physical and emotional trauma often affects hundreds, if not thousands, of victims, and can be an overwhelming experience for many. After the dust has settled, communities are left to pick up the pieces. The financial toll of these events can become an enormous burden. To better … Read more
Today’s world grows more and more unstable. At any time the situation may arise that we won’t be able to go to grocery store to pick up milk and eggs. There may be a time when our electricity goes out, and we will need to survive on what we can catch and cook on a … Read more
by The Coach Here is a question for you. What is the MOST important survival equipment that you have? Think about that question for a minute before you read on. Here is the answer; the most important survival equipment that you have is the equipment that is on you when you need it! You can have … Read more
When you think of emergency preparedness, food, water and cash are probably the first things you think of. However, having the right clothing and tools is equally important in order to keep you and your supplies safe from the elements. Most of us have a wardrobe full of cotton, which is not the best fabric … Read more
How can frying a turkey bring us heat and light? Good question – so glad you asked! Cajun Frying a turkey involves a lot of peanut oil – 3 gallons for a medium to large bird, at $10 per gallon, or more, depending on the brand and where purchased. Have you ever wondered if there … Read more
by Jordan The point of prepping is because you never know when something will go wrong. It could be a natural disaster like hurricane Katrina or a blackout. You should always keep a few items on yourself to ensure you’ll be ready for any disaster or storm that comes your way. Fire Source It’s always … Read more
Today’s typical bug out bags can weigh between forty and seventy pounds. For many of us that’s just to much weight to haul. Happily, significant backpack weight reduction is possible without giving up the necessities, and even some of the comforts. For our growing population of aging, and with our often sedimentary lifestyles, walking for … Read more
I recently completed my second tactical response class in the past 3 months or so and came away with a revelation: magazine dump pouches can get people killed. If you are not familiar the idea of their use it is to have a place to stash empty(or partially empty) magazines rather than dropping them on … Read more
by The Coach National Martial Law is a free pass to the military and law enforcement to do whatever they want to, whenever they want to! Informants, who could be your best friend or family member, will be feeding information to the authorities so that they may get some type of a privilege or help … Read more
It seems that most United States citizens want the government to take care of them, to protect them and keep them safe, no matter what the cost or no matter what the federal government has to do to accomplish it. So, we accept that the federal government keeps taking away our constitutional rights to keep … Read more
At the risk of jeopardizing my manhood – I hate mice. I admit it. Beyond a solid dislike for the rodents they propose a definite threat to existing food supplies if they gain access. The last thing I need with grocery store shelves bare and resupply questionable is to open a 20 pound bag of … Read more
Some items that most preppers ignore Viper117 Most of what we carry and stock as preppers revolve around two things, food stuffs (seed vaults, canning etc) and defense (Medical supplies, weapons, ammo etc). As a member of the Us Military, we learned early on about a third subset of items that any place should be … Read more
by S.V. In emergency situations, the right knowledge and preparations can be crucial to your survival. From becoming an expert on your military gear before you need to use it, to learning to identify edible plants, let’s take a look at 5 must-have skills for making it through a disaster unscathed. Learn … Read more
By Solomon Shorter I know what you’re thinking right after you read the title. Another guy that thinks he’s going to tell me what gun I need or the type of training I need to defend my family in a SHTF situation. Nope. Not me. That’s a personal decision and all I can do is … Read more
Food Storage for 30 Days by Harry I’m an Engineer and really like solving problems. Especially, when there are lots of variables leading to a number of potential solutions. That allows me to put some of my personal preferences into the mix and develop what I believe is the best solution. One … Read more
5 Easy Ways to Start Your Food Storage The amount of man-made occurrences and natural disasters continues to climb. It’s during these times that electricity, gas and water supplies aren’t functioning. There are also emergency situations where you may be quarantined to your home, or even evacuated from it. Either way, you probably won’t have … Read more
by Stacey Thompson In dire emergency situations, one still has to contend with electricity, or the lack of it in some cases. Basic bug-out bag essentials not considered, there is a need for a separate portable bag or case that will contain electronic gadgets and tools that are utilized in the operation, repair, maintenance, and … Read more
With North Korea rattling its sabers and making threats against the United States – I wondered….“Could Red Dawn really happen?” For those who may not know what I refer the remake of the 80’s classic Red Dawn features an EMP riddled north-western United States being invaded by North Korea. I have watched the movie several times and from … Read more
Common Myths About Self-Defense There’s nothing scarier than facing a stranger in a dark alley. Every year in America, 5 million are victims of violent crime, and sexual assault occurs every 2 minutes. Most people have a healthy fear of being attacked, and you probably learned from a young age to be on guard when … Read more