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GMRS vs. FRS: What’s the Difference Between Both?

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General Mobile Radio Service is a type of two-way communication a step below Ham radio. Family Radio Service, or FRS, is one of the most … Read more

GMRS vs. Ham: What’s the Difference Between Both?

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Ham radio and GMRS are both heavily used means of communication that some people have no clue about. They provide families with direct communication and … Read more

How To Make a Lock Pick Gun

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Lock-picking is an essential skill to have for anyone. Knowing how to fast together a lock-picking gun in an emergency is a clever idea. Some … Read more

GMRS vs. CB: What’s the Difference Between Them?

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Citizens band or CB is a well-known form of two-way communication, but some people might not know about General Mobile Radio Service or GMRS. They … Read more

Why Do Preppers Hoard Nickels? Here’s Why!

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More and more, world and local events are not only making frightening headlines but are also demonstrating the precarious nature of human existence. Prudence dictates … Read more

Which 3M Filter Should You Use for Tear Gas Masks?

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Tear gas is an irritant that can be protected against with the correct filter. A company called 3M is one of the leading companies that … Read more

What Should Be Inside A Realistic Bug Out Bag? These Things!

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In this day and age, you never know when disaster will strike. Will you be ready if you need to evacuate your home quickly? Now … Read more

What Should a Medicinal Garden Have for an SHTF Situation?

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There has been much interest recently in the cultivation and use of medicinal plants for survivalists. Survivalists are people who want to be prepared in … Read more

Three of the Most Likely SHTF Scenarios to be Aware of!

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Shit hitting the fan scenarios are on the lips of everyone across the social and political spectrum. We live in a time where it seems … Read more

3 Swiss Army Knife Alternatives

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It may surprise you that there are multi-tool knives that rival the Swiss Army knife. Swiss Army knives have a long history of versatility and … Read more

Oxygen-Free Containers for Food: Are They Worth It?

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When you get started with a survivalist base for your prepping activities, one of the biggest investments you can make is an inventory of oxygen-free … Read more

Mountain House Vs Backpacker’s Pantry: Which Is Better?

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When you start prepping for disaster situations, you’ll want to cover all the essentials and then some. One of the first essentials is food that … Read more

Lock Pick Gun Vs Bump Key: Which Is Better for Survivalists?

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I’ve spent years experimenting with different ways to pick locks and as a survivalist, it’s a case of life or death, in the pick of … Read more

Is Chirp Sonar Worth It? Here’s the Truth!

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It is still common to use sonars equipped with single, dual, or even triple-frequency sensors, which anglers have used for over 25 years. However, chirp … Read more

Hydroviv Vs Aquasana: Which Brand is Better for Survivalists?

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Survivalists are people who are all about surviving. That sounds obvious, but these are the sort of people who want to be prepared for whatever … Read more

How to Select a Bug Out Location: 5 Things to Know

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A bug-out location is where you can go when the world is ending or you just need some time. These locations are different from your … Read more

How to Program a Baofeng UV-5R: Here’s How

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The Baofeng is a VHF/UHF radio that is programmable through the keypad on the front. You will have trouble sending and receiving messages if the … Read more

How To Paint Digital Camo: A Quick Guide

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Whether for hunting, being in the wilderness or simply for its appearance, camouflage is a look that has distinct functional and aesthetic qualities. Camo, as … Read more

How to Make Anti-Tracking Shoes: Here’s How

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Being tracked or followed is a helpless feeling with heaps of anxiety and pressure. Anti-tracking shoes make those following you second guess their own eyes … Read more

How to Make a Knife Sheath Without Leather: Here’s How

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Knives, especially older ones, will come without a sheath. This leaves the blade open to the elements and could cause it to dull or break. … Read more

How to Make a Charcoal Filter for Water: Here’s How

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Making a charcoal filter for water is one of the most useful skills you can learn as a survivalist. Along with removing the need to … Read more

How To Landscape For Home Security: Here’s How

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Home security is more important than ever. With so many people, you want to ensure you have the safest landscape possible. There are ways to … Read more

How Long Does an EMP Disable Electronics? Here’s the Truth!

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An EMP is an electromagnetic pulse. It was designed to block enemies’ access to electronics and blind their surveillance and communications. It can be a … Read more

How Close are we to SHTF? Here’s What I Think

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Shit Hitting The Fan is a real threat that everyone should take seriously. Like the prophet B-Real says, “When the shit goes down, you better … Read more

5 Drugs You Should Be Packing in a Bugout Bag

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Heaven forbid that you’ll ever have to leave your home in a hurry. But you really just don’t know when a weather catastrophe, terrorist event, … Read more

5 Must Know Important Ham Radio Frequencies

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Ham radio is a fun and exciting hobby that is great for the amateur electrician in your life. Learning how the radios work and which … Read more

Can You Run A Generator Overnight?

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For many, a generator is the most practical option to supplement your solar power system instead of hooking up to traditional energy supplies. For others, … Read more

Are Monkey Fists Illegal? Here’s the Truth

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A monkey fist is a large knot made up of other knots on the end of a string or paracord. They have been used for … Read more

5 Bug Out Vehicle Essentials That Are Must Haves!

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When it comes to bugging out, having the right gear is essential. You may not be able to carry everything with you in your bug … Read more

Valuable Tips for Staying Prepared to Bug out in the Winter

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Well, it was bound to happen sooner or later. Winter is officially upon us. Much of the United States has been plagued with severe cold … Read more

Real Example Of How Mass Panic Can Easily Set In

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The prepper’s philosophy is all about being prepared for the unknown. Preppers don’t only prepare themselves for doomsday scenarios, but they also consider other events. … Read more

The Secret to Commerce in a Post-Apocalyptic World

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If you’re like most preppers, you’ve undoubtedly spent time thinking, and maybe even worrying about what commerce might be like if the world we live … Read more

The Preppers Language Made Simple For Beginners

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If you are a beginner prepper, then you might find many things confusing. When reading on the internet, you will find out that experienced preppers … Read more

5 Reasons Your Plans To Use A Solar Generator Will Fail

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Preppers have gone through many how-to’s and instructions on how to make their own solar generator. Or, many have thought about buying a solar generator. But, … Read more

Every Prepper Should Be Collecting Hand Tools

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In a doomsday survival scenario, you won’t be able to go down to your local hardware store and buy the things that you are in … Read more

Learning the Art of Situational Awareness May Keep You Alive

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What if I were to tell you that one of the most important things you can do to keep yourself safe doesn’t have anything at … Read more

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