Survival Kit

Preparing to start living off the grid is not as simple as most people think. They think that all they need to do is move to some land in a …

TL;DR This article is for off-grid builders planning to integrate wide-area communications into a code-aware electrical system Starlink is viable as a primary link if you can supply about 1.7–1.8 …

Water is a basic human need and key to survival. Methods to gather, store, and sanitize water are all important, but knowing how much water you may need is important …

It has been quite a while since I have talked about my EDC. I wrote about it several years ago (Feb 2020) and almost six years have gone by since. …

Is the Ferro Rod the Best Firestarter for your Bushcraft Camp? A fire pit or fire ring at your bushcraft camp will likely be a place of gathering. It will …

Maintaining Situational Awareness on Current Events and Local Developments   To avoid developing civil unrest, be aware of changes to laws governing firearms/self-defense, and maintain readiness to navigational challenges (road …

A laser bore sighter is an amazing accessory to have on your gun for improving your shooting accuracy. However, you should understand that although a laser bore sighter is supposed …

In the heartland, help is often miles away. When you live on land worth defending, your security plan can’t depend on a dispatcher’s ETA: it has to start at home. …

I recently overheard a paramedic at work ranting, “I ****ing hate this job, but I’m too ******** old to start something new!” I asked his age and laughed: 28 years …

To many, the allure of bushcraft is that it can be incredibly fulfilling yet very affordable. At its very basic levels, you can merely head off into the woods with …