Author: vieditor

Urban survival situations pose a wide-range of challenges that are unique to this type of environment.  The difference between success and failure will rely heavily on being able to improvise…

Few things are as important as providing fast, safe and effective first aid in the field.  Unfortunately, the only way to do this with any degree of confidence is through…

One of the things that we tend to overlook when we think of survival is how we will feel at the time.  Feelings don’t seem that important now, but they…

It’s pretty easy to take plastic water bottles for granted since they’re so common.  However, instead of tossing them away after use, consider keeping a few on hand to repurpose…

While there are a number of ways to build fires to make them more-likely to start in wet conditions, keeping them lit when it’s raining or snowing is another matter…

Don’t let fancy packaging or enticing advertising campaigns fool you:  Most common household cleaning products contain toxic and volatile chemicals that can be deadly if not used properly.  This is…

Did you know that you can create a rudimentary furnace that can reach temperatures in excess of 1200 degrees Fahrenheit with some clay, filler and water?  It will take some…

A lot of people are under the impression that it’s difficult, or even impossible, to repair tears or holes that are situated next to stems on inner tubes.  The reality…

Altoids tins are a Prepper’s best friend due to their small size and durability, and there are dozens of ways that you can put these small containers to good use…

It’s easy to look at drones with a wary eye as they can easily be used for a variety of nefarious reasons.  They can invade our privacy, they can be…