Survival Kit

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 …

Estimated reading time: 7 minutes Plenty of attention is given to the things you should do when disaster strikes, but knowing what not to do when disaster strikes can be …