“The basic building block of any rope system is an anchor. Without an anchor, there’s nothing to pull tension on, nothing to clip in to, etc. And the tried-and-true single point bombproof tensionless anchor is one of the strongest and simplest around.”
Read moreSurvival Time Machine: 5th Degree
"Most survival kits recommend a mirror for signaling. I like to look at my eye when I get something in it. At any rate you can look at your teeth while you pick the meat out after killing the bear with one of the many options the ultra handy multi-tool has to offer."
Read moreSurvival Time Machine - Four Wheelin' in the Matrix
"Morpheus just called. Our minds are almost free. Time to follow the white rabbit out of the hole, around the tree and back down into the hole... Armed with knowledge, you’re ready for the AMAZON."
Read moreDisaster Prep: The SIP Kit, Pt. 1
"There are differing schools of thought in the preparedness community regarding whether you should evacuate or shelter in place in the event of a disaster. Like many discussions in our modern era, it’s a false dichotomy."
Read more#WildEdibleWednesday 10/25 - Yellowroot
My grandmother still remembers the recipe she and her siblings were forced to take as kids any time they were sick: Start with high-proof moonshine. Mix in yellowroot extract, local honey, and peppermint oil. Heat it up hot, and take two tablespoons. It feels like swallowing fire, but it’ll clear a sore throat and cough right up.
Read moreSurvival Time Machine, Part II
"Last time we went back in time. This week we’re going to begin our journey back to the future... In order to get started off on the right foot, let’s go thrift shoppin’…"
Read moreDisaster Prep: Defining Your Parameters
"Some 72% of Americans don’t have enough supplies to last them for three days. For some, it’s even less than that. So that’s where we’re starting. Which leads us to a good question: Where DO you start?"
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