Survival Guides & Tutorials
Practical knowledge for uncertain times. From urban preparedness to wilderness survival skills.
Digital Bug Out Bag: Protecting Your Identity
Don't lose your identity in a disaster. We guide you through scanning and encrypting vital documents onto a secure USB drive. This digital bug out bag ensures you can prove who you are and rebuild your life.
Apartment Prepping: Survival in Small Spaces
You don't need a bunker to prep. We share creative storage solutions for apartment dwellers, from under-bed storage to closet organization. Learn how to stash weeks of food and water without cluttering your living space.
How to Start a Fire in the Rain
Fire is life, but rain is the enemy. We teach techniques for finding dry tinder inside branches, creating feather sticks, and shielding your flame. Master the art of starting a fire when the conditions are working against you.
Grey Man Theory: Blending In During a Crisis
Standing out makes you a target. We explain the Grey Man concept: the art of being unmemorable. Learn how to dress, move, and act to avoid drawing attention to yourself and your gear.
Sanitation Without Plumbing: The Two-Bucket Toilet
When the toilet doesn't flush, disease spreads fast. We explain how to set up a sanitary two-bucket emergency toilet system for liquid and solid waste. Learn the hygiene protocols that keep your family healthy.
Winter Power Outage Guide: Staying Warm
Freezing to death in your own home is a real risk. This guide covers strategies for retaining body heat, creating a micro-climate room, and safely using alternative heating sources.
How to Rotate Your Food Supply
Don't let your prep pantry go to waste. We teach the First In, First Out (FIFO) method of inventory management. Learn how to integrate long-term storage food into your daily diet.
Home Fortification: Hardening Your Doors on a Budget
Your home is your castle, but is it secure? We guide you through affordable hardening techniques, from installing long strike plate screws and security film to reinforcing door jambs.
5 Ways to Purify Water Without a Filter
What if your Sawyer Squeeze breaks? We detail five alternative methods for making water safe to drink, including boiling, bleach, SODIS, and distillation. Master these backup techniques.
How to Use a Map and Compass (Land Nav Basics)
GPS batteries die; magnetic north is forever. This beginner's guide covers the basics of reading topographic maps, understanding contour lines, and shooting an azimuth. We teach you the foundational skills to navigate terrain confidently without batteries.
DIY Faraday Cage: Protect Your Electronics
You can build an EMP shield with a metal trash can. We walk you through the steps of constructing a DIY Faraday cage using conductive tape and cardboard. We compare the effectiveness against professional bags.
Bugging In vs. Bugging Out: The Decision Matrix
The most dangerous decision you will make is staying or going. We provide a decision matrix based on threat levels, resource status, and family mobility. Learn the triggers that should prompt a bug-out.
How to Sharpen a Knife with a Rock
Improvisation is a key survival skill. We show you how to put a working edge on a knife using a smooth river rock or car window glass. While we recommend proper tools, knowing this skill ensures you can maintain your primary tool anywhere.
Urban Survival: 10 Skills for the Concrete Jungle
Surviving in a concrete jungle requires different skills than the woods. We cover essential urban survival skills, from scavenging and lock picking to situational awareness and social engineering.
How to Store Gasoline for 2+ Years
Gasoline is a perishable commodity. This guide teaches the chemistry of fuel degradation and how to use stabilizers like PRI-G to extend shelf life. We outline a safe rotation schedule and storage practices.
EMP Survival Guide: What Actually Survives?
Separating Hollywood myth from physics. This guide explains the effects of an Electromagnetic Pulse on modern electronics. We discuss what is likely to survive (solar panels, simple motors) and what will fail (grid infrastructure, sensitive microchips).
How to Waterproof Your Gear: DIY vs. Pro Methods
Wet gear is miserable and dangerous. Hypothermia can set in at 50°F if you are wet. We teach you how to waterproof your boots, packs, and clothing using waxes, sprays, and seam sealers.
Water Storage Calculation: How Much Do You Really Need?
One gallon per person per day is just the survival minimum. This guide helps you calculate realistic water needs for drinking, hygiene, and cooking for a 30-day period. We provide storage solutions and math to ensure you don't run dry.
Grid Down Cooking: How to Feed Your Family Without Electricity
When the microwave is a brick and the electric range is dead, how do you cook dinner? We explore multiple grid-down cooking methods, from camping stoves and dutch ovens to open fire and solar cookers. Learn the pros and cons of each method.
How to Build a Bug Out Bag for a Family of 4 (Checklist)
Packing for one is hard; packing for a family is a logistical challenge. This guide provides a comprehensive checklist for a family of four, covering shared gear to save weight, age-appropriate items for kids, and how to distribute the load.