Saturday, May 26, 2012

Ethics of Scavenging/Looting when SHTF


      No one likes to think about difficult situations. It is perfectly natural for humans to want to avoid conflict and, for the most part, do the right thing. Even in times of great need it can be hard for one to stray from their moral path. In a survival situation your moral boundaries are sure to be pushed.

Gear Must Haves- Footwear

The variety of footwear on the market can be mind boggling. What kind of boot or shoe are you going to need to survive? Well the answer is simple...whatever is comfortable.

Friday, May 25, 2012

Filling Your Bug Out Bag

     When you begin prepping, you may hear a term called bugging out. This means leaving your current location for any number of reasons. The question is, what would you take with you when you leave? A hiking expert explains below your ideal bag.

Tools in Nature- Pine Sap

Securing your Survival

     In terms of making glue naturally, pine sap is by far the easiest process to manage. Very little work is actually needed on your part as nature has taken care of all the hard parts. Glue made from pine sap can be used to craft weapons, repair equipment, and waterproof containers.

Gear Must Haves- Water Purification

Water is your life

     This may seem like an extreme statement, but its the truth. Your water supply should be near the top of your prepping list.   Having hoards of fresh clean water stocked in your home is the ideal way to manage needs, but what happens when that supply runs out?