Tinder is the building block of any good fire. Your ignitor ignites tinder, which then ignites kindling, which lights the primary fuel source (eg. a log). People who haven’t built a natural fire before frequently underestimate the importance of tinder and kindling — without it, you might be stuck in the rain trying to light…
When the power goes out, a generator is an important backup for a survivalist. It may be difficult to start a generator that has been sitting for a long time because it is primarily used in emergencies and is otherwise left idle. If a generator has been idle for an extended period of time, it…
Things will quickly spiral out of control if SHTF. Panic rooms and sturdy cellars will not always suffice in an emergency – at least not for long. It’s best to cut your losses, leave for a while, and wait out the crazy world somewhere safe and cozy. Preparation is the most important aspect of any…
Fuel is an essential part of our daily lives, especially if you live off the grid. It not only powers your car but also most likely your entire household, from lights to microwaves to shower heating. When an emergency situation arises, it is best to be well-stocked and prepared. Gas is a highly flammable substance,…
Do you need to know more about propane generators and how long a 20lb propane tank will supply your family in an emergency so you can make sure you have enough propane? A 20-pound propane tank will cost you around seventeen dollars on average, with some wiggle room in either direction, and would give you…
Purifying drinking water is undoubtedly the most important skill for travelers, hunters, or anyone in a survival crisis of any kind. It is critical that you have a thorough awareness of the many ways of purifying water. Water is required for almost all activities, and if you know how to purify the water you find,…
Water covers roughly 71 percent of the Earth’s surface, but only about 2.5 percent of that is freshwater. Of course, this means that the vast majority of the water on Earth is seawater or saltwater. Given this information, one might wonder, “Can saltwater be made drinkable?” The goal of this article is to look into…
It’s very inconvenient to be in the middle of preparing dinner or baking cookies and realize you’re missing a key ingredient. Consider whether your pantry or kitchen has reasonable options, such as an ingredient substitution, before making an unnecessary trip to the grocery store. A recipe substitution may change the flavor, color, texture, or volume…
Have you ever had a power outage and discovered that you couldn’t turn on your electric oven? Or have you ever been in a situation where there was no power and you needed to boil water to prepare a meal or make water safe to drink? You were probably fine if you were at home…
Not long ago, while soaking in a hot tub at a hot springs resort, I accidentally swallowed a mouthful of saltwater and couldn’t help but wonder, “Can drinking saltwater or seawater make you sick or even kill you?” What are the negative consequences of drinking salt or seawater?” Drinking either seawater or saltwater is obviously…