Have you ever noticed that bottled water bottles seem to collapse over time? It’s a strange phenomenon, but one that has been observed by many people. You have a sealed bottle of water, and seemingly for no reason at all it starts to implode in on itself, like it is turning inside out. How is …
If your home is heated by burning wood, whether it be through a wood stove or fireplace, then you already know the importance of having a healthy stockpile of split firewood nearby. Veterans of the wood-splitting world will often chime in with different opinions on how big (or small) you should split your firewood for …
When discussing the most serious natural disasters and catastrophic man-made events, there is one that you’ll often hear mentioned as among the very worst. An EMP. To hear some people tell it, an EMP, or electromagnetic pulse, has the potential to send much of civilization back to the Stone Age In the blink of an …
Chances are that our longtime readers are already entirely acquainted with the concept of the bug-out bag, that one piece of gear that all preppers love, and you are probably already familiar with its cousin the get-home bag, or GHB. The GHB is an invaluable if the underutilized tool in the prepping toolbox: as it …
Kansas is a state known for being generally affirmative of self-defense, and this attitude extends to the use of defensive sprays by civilians. All sorts of defensive spray formulations, capacities, and other characteristics are permitted for ownership and for carrying with essentially no restrictions on sales, purchase, or age. Kansas definitely won’t be getting in …
Nebraska ranks among the very best states when it comes to civilian possession of defensive springs, including pepper sprays and tear gas sprays. Nebraska places no restrictions whatsoever on the type of spray that a citizen may possess or the quantity. This affords residents and visitors broad discretion in equipping themselves with the tools of …
Every experienced gardener you talk to has their own preferred method for preparing and storing seeds for planting. Some swear by paper envelopes. Others will use only glass jars. Each recommendation you get comes with a long list of dos, don’ts, and a few nerves. Take the topic of plastic containers, for instance. Some folks …
Camping stoves are a tradition amongst outdoor enthusiasts. The classic one-burner stove has made its way into the memories of anyone who enjoys being outdoors. Preppers looking for alternatives in case of an emergency can find utility and reliability in uncertain times and can find their solace in one of these stoves. Butane canister stoves …
Georgia is another state on our list with nary a law on the books concerning defensive sprays in the hands of civilians. There are no regulations concerning the formulation or specific chemicals that are permitted for use. There are no laws that govern the size of the canister or the capacity that may be carried. …
Any prepper can get ready for a disaster by accumulating the gear and supplies they think they will need to take care of the problems they will face. But only clever preppers will gather supplies that will allow them to craft the things they need to take care of unexpected problems. When you are facing …
