Author: vieditor

There are tons of uses for aluminum cans during survival situations, and one of the most important is to assist with lighting fires.  You can turn an old coffee or food can…

Sleeping pads are an integral component to any survival gear for a couple of reasons. First, they provide cushioning that promotes a more comfortable and restful sleep out in the field.…

One of the most interesting uses for old plastic bottles is that they can be cut into thin strips of thread that can be used for a million different purposes.  The problem is…

You can build a thermal cooler and save some money by gathering some basic material and following a few, easy steps.  It is an excellent option to use for keeping items…

Curry is not usually the ingredient of choice when thinking about making homemade pepper spray.  However, the active ingredients along with its oily consistency can produce an effective and highly-irritating product.  Take…

Few would argue the importance of firearms in an overall prepping plan.  Firearms can provide you with food as well as protecting you and your family.  The reality is, in…

We’ve all seen art showing brawny, bearded lumberjacks giving themselves a shave with their axe.  The reality is that using an axe or hatchet for shaving is not only possible, but…

There is no shortage of tips, tricks and recipes for repelling mosquitoes out there, and some are more effective than others.  We need to be more careful than ever when it…

Properly setting up a hammock can help to reduce wear and tear, drooping and coming into contact with the ground, vermin or pests.  Unfortunately, a lot of people make the process…

Nothing is more important than sanitation during a survival situation.  The cross-contamination of germs plays a direct and indirect role in taking thousands of lives and sickening tens of thousands more every…