If going to your local grocery store doesn’t sound exciting enough or you’re simply looking for cleaner, more organic foods (real organic, not the kinds sold at Whole Foods) then urban foraging may be for you. When you’re urban foraging, you’re essentially gathering wild food (mushrooms, native plants, edible weeds, etc.) growing in a city …
An urban bug out bag may not be something you’ve ever heard of or considered owning. But if you live in an urban setting, you should know that bugging out isn’t something you do only in rural areas. A city can be the worst place to be in when a disaster strikes. You not only …
When you say the word survival you are evoking a lot of different scenarios. You could be talking about urban survival, wilderness survival or just employing simple survival methods in your everyday life. The best survival rifle has to meet the needs of that survival scenario, too. So, we have taken a variety of survival …
The ax is an ancient human tool that we have wielded for a very long time. In Australia, the oldest ax fragment was recently found and dates to about 50,000 ago. There is a reason you feel that strange connection when you wield an ax. There aren’t many tools that are woven into the human …
When bugging out, there are several different bug out vehicles to choose from and survival campers are a great on-the-go survival option. Whether you need them for winter camping, backcountry camping, or other types of camping, with plenty of storage available, survival campers are essential to make sure that you have what you need when …
Starting a fire with a magnifying glass is essential for survivalists or avid outdoorsmen. Why a magnifying glass? It works as an excellent substitute for starting fires in the absence of matches or a lighter. When you’ve exhausted your lighter fuel and matches and your fire steel is worn down, a magnifying glass could be the …
Most people probably think they have the necessary skills to survive in the wilderness if push comes to shove. The truth, however, often paints a very different story. The good news is that you can hone your skills to ensure a more favorable outcome if you’re ever thrust into a life-or-death situation. Thanks to survival …
No matter your life situation or where you live in the world, it’s essential to have survival kits at your disposal. No one can predict when a disaster will strike or what it will look like. Staying prepared for every situation is an essential part of being a responsible adult. In this article, we will …
The need for survival books. Our survival instinct kicks in when we face an emergency or disaster, whether in an urban setting or the wilderness. However, our modern lifestyles barely equip us with the skills to take the steps to ensure our survival. The good news is that survival skills are not usually that hard …
One of the keys to a successful forage — whether you’re hunting for mushrooms, fresh fruits, and vegetables, or anything in between — is having the right foraging accessories on hand. When it comes to accessories, there’s none more important than the foraging bag or basket you choose to bring with you on your hunt. …
Ice formation may seem harmless when the winter months roll around. Especially if you typically enjoy fun activities on the ice, such as ice skating, ice fishing, hockey, or cross-country skiing. With that said, unless the ice is thick enough to handle the weight on top of it, you will be at risk of falling …
How can you be ready for when SHTF if you don’t have a prepper checklist? There are basic prepping supplies that everyone should have on hand for when times get tough. Our preppers list is going to cover everything you need to stay safe, healthy, and secure while surviving a crisis situation. We’re covering everything …
You’re having dinner with your entire family. It’s been a while since you had a meal together. If not for John, who was caught up in the traffic snarl-up at the last minute, you’d have been one complete happy family. You’re all still happy anyway. Suddenly, the dishes on the table begin shaking. Before you …
Trout fishing is an amazing hobby that combines the tranquility of nature with the challenge of the hunt. Whether you’re hoping to pull in some delicious trout to cook up for your family or trying to snag a massive trophy fish you can brag about for years, trout fishing is a great opportunity to get …
When most people think “œsurvival” they might think apocalypse, wilderness, pandemics, or even nuclear disasters. However, these scenarios — while very much possible — are somewhat rare. Homelessness, on the other hand, is something that is very real and is happening on a large scale; and it can be just as dangerous as any other …