I’ve always loved the Mosin-Nagant bolt action rifle. This weapon is reliable beyond all measure, it hits like a Mack truck, rounds are inexpensive, and it’s solidly accurate. Not to mention it continues to be relevant today, which is very cool considering it has been around since 1891. Oh, and it was the main battle rifle used in defeating the […]
This article contains: You open the top hatch to peak out a couple inches as you recon the surface. The Geiger counter is ticking but only slightly, you’re not threatened by the radiation. Off in the distance, you see the passing band of raiders who’d not noticed the well-camouflaged bunker sheltering limited MREs. You’re on the scout party tonight and […]
Right now, you’re probably sitting in a chair in a brightly lit, climate-controlled environment as you read this. You’re likely not hungry, exhausted, thirsty, in pain, or in danger. You’re comfortable. Maybe too comfortable? Not by today’s standards. In fact, should we experience any of the above-mentioned discomforts, a large proportion of individuals will feel compelled to document their “plight” […]
A financial recession can be a tough time for anyone, but with the right strategies and mindset, it’s possible to weather the storm and come out stronger on the other side. In this article, we’ll discuss some tips for budgeting, modifying investment strategies, and living more inexpensively in order to survive a financial recession. The Great Recession Let’s take a […]
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, […]
Knowing your environment is critical in the wild. After all, one of our very first skills in any situation is awareness of what you are up against. In this article we’ll go over one of the skills which humans have exercised for thousands of years, tracking animals. Now, this can go far beyond simply tracking animals and apply to other […]
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 […]
Whether you’re 20-something and straight out of college or in the grind-out years of making extra payments on your mortgage, sticking to a budget and committing to personal finance goals is crucial for financial prepping. While it’s easy to say, ‘I am sticking to my budget this time,’ it becomes doubly important to make plan action. While everyone knows some […]