Bear attacks – the stuff that nightmares are made of. If you’ve not yet seen The Revenant, you’ll understand why bear attacks can be such devastating events. While not terribly common, bear attacks can be so incredibly intense that even savvy outdoorsman can be mauled and left for dead. In this article we’ll review some intel as to where you […]
In the Arizona desert, where the sun beats down, And creepy crawlers slither on the ground, A bite from one could mean trouble, And surviving it may take some struggle. So if you find yourself out in the heat, And a rattlesnake crosses your feet, Remember these tips, and take heed, To give yourself the best chance to succeed. First, […]
Once the grid goes down and you bug out, what then? Even if you have a “permanent” settlement, it’s best to plan for the worst. And when your position is compromised and you’re forced to pack up and ad hoc relocate, what’s your plan for procurement of food, water, and all-important shelter? The latter is where we have an idea […]
On Tuesday February 16th 2021, Dallas-Fort Worth Airport recorded a temperature of -2 F, which broke the previous cold record set back in 1903. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) declared Energy Emergency Alert 3: An EEA3 is declared if operating reserves cannot be maintained above 1,375 megawatts. If conditions do not improve, continue to deteriorate or operating reserves […]
This article contains: Surviving in the backcountry has its limitations. You will no longer have a 3-car garage to store junk, boxes, materials, or supplies. This may sound ironic but the more space you have in the wild, the less you have. This is because no matter how much security you may think you have to protect from wild animals, […]
After being asked many times over the years why I prep, it’s time I highlight my rationale and mentality for implementing prepping into my lifestyle. Prepping is not about being scared for the world to end, but it’s about avoiding being scared. Survival prepping is to protect yourself and those around you that you love. For me, it’s all about […]