Emergency whistles have an important role in any outdoor activity. They are used to signal for help, locate missing people, and deter predators. As with all of your gear, a whistle needs to be on the same level in regards to quality. This means striking a balance between cost and performance when choosing one. Cheaply …
If you plan on bugging out to the wilderness, one of the most important skills you could have is learning how to identify edible wild plants. But this is hardly easy, and regional variations along with dangerous look-alikes could spell disaster if you choose poorly. One way to mitigate this risk is to employ the …
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An EMP, or electromagnetic pulse, is a burst of energy that can cause serious damage to electronic devices. It can be caused by a solar flare, a nuclear explosion, or even a high-altitude detonation of a specialty EMP generating weapon. When an EMP occurs, any unshielded devices vulnerable to it will be severely damaged or …
When you consider camouflage, you think of hunters, wearing a pattern that makes them one with the marsh, the mountains or the trees. You could also think of a soldier or SWAT cop wearing tactical gear designed to fade into the background, or of military installations covered by that tattered-looking netting designed to hide them …
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An electromagnetic pulse or EMP is a burst of electromagnetic radiation that can disable or damage electronic equipment. This type of pulse can be caused by a nuclear detonation, a lightning strike, or even a geomagnetic storm. While an EMP can be incredibly destructive, it doesn’t last forever. But knowing how long you need to …
Sandbags are seen as something of a prerequisite when you are putting together a comprehensive survival kit. But why is this? It seems like everyone in the know recommends sandbags, but what are you supposed to use them for? Sandbags are multi-purpose and highly adaptable when employed properly, and can be used for construction purposes …
Raccoons are common cohabitors with humans all across North America. These large and furry critters are definitely charming, at least when they are at rest, thanks to their dusky gray fur, iconic black mask, and ringed, puffy tail. And those little paws that are so much like hands in their dexterity! Precious, but these mobile …
The humble hatchet is one of the most compact, versatile and useful wood processing tools that any prepper could want. They also make for a gnarly weapon in a close-quarters situation. When a full-sized axe is too much or you’re just trying to save as much weight as possible from your load a hatchet will …
I’m a huge knife nut and have been getting into the EDC hobby for the last two years or so; switching my carry around as I find new things to improve it. One thing that will change probably more than anything else in my carry is my knife. I’ve carried knives since I was 11 …
Relying on wood for heat is kind of a funny thing. You might think you have a giant stack of firewood that can last you well through the winter, only to find out, horrified, that you were down to your last few pieces when you aren’t even halfway through the cold season. If you rely …
