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Keep Warm Inside & Out
Posted on March 21 2023
You've gotta have a strong outer layer, as well as an insulating inner layer, if you wanna stay warm and healthy when you're out in the wilderness. Whether it's the cold, the rain or the wind, you need to make sure you're covered.
WaterMan has some Advice!
Posted on March 03 2023
The ever-saturated WATERMAN is here today to give you some advice about water! Through these fun and informative info-comics. If you're serious about prepping, you probably own one of these. Even cheaper: 240 gallon IBC Totes, but they take up a lot of space and are immobile once full. If...
You Gotta Have The Right Tools!
Posted on March 01 2023
Having the right tools for the job, no matter the job, is extremely important! Do you have the best tools available and on-hand as we speak?
What Does It Take to Setup a Homestead?
Posted on February 22 2023
A homestead is a big commitment, especially if we're talking about the possible homestead after the "breakdown". But what do you need to know, consider, and think about before you start cutting down trees and cutting off power lines? Homesteads can be set up in a couple of different fashions....
Protect Your Body from the Elements
Posted on February 15 2023
The world is a harsh mistress. It can be hot, cold, wet, dry, frozen, and you have to be ready to combat that with the proper clothing and coverings. These comics will help you gain some insight into what it means to be dressed for the elements, and will hopefully give...
The Power of the Sun...
Posted on February 08 2023
The sun is a powerful thing, so powerful that we can harvest it to create energy. It's free, but like all free things it's far from perfect. It has its ups & downs, but it is absolutely better than nothing! And can be a huge help in grid-down/off-grid situations. Help learn...
Water is PRETTY IMPORTANT
Posted on February 01 2023
I don't know if you've heard, but access to clean water is a pretty important part of life. Especially when in a survival or emergency situation. So these comics will hopefully help you to think about water in different ways, and help you prepare.
Much Ado About Generators
Posted on January 27 2023
What do you need to know about generators for a Survival situation? Or in general. These three info-comics will help give you some knowledge and some angles to consider when you're thinking about generators.
Is Propane a Good Fuel to Store?
Posted on January 18 2023
Just got this question from a friend: is propane a good fuel to store?Answer: For a short-term disaster, yes. For a long term thing, do the math. It's a lot.
Solar and Preparedness: The Ups and Downs
Posted on January 13 2023
SOLAR! The end-all, be-all of electric needs. The single solution to the entire world's power needs! Or is it? Solar is good, but it's not great, and it certainly has some issues with it. Some of them intrinsic, and some of them due to our current level of technology. What...
How Do You Fortify a Farmhouse?
Posted on January 05 2023
What else would you add to a fortified farm, besides some Special Forces guys?
How to Poop in the Woods
Posted on January 03 2023
How to poop in the woods, and other woodland hygiene tips! Even when you're spending time in the great outdoors, especially when you're in the outdoors, hygiene and personal health are important. And part of that hygiene is knowing how to properly take a poop, so you don't end up with...
Outdoor Sleeping Tips & Tricks
Posted on December 27 2022
Sadly, as I age, sleeping outdoors effectively gets more difficult. What are your sleeping-on-the-ground comfortable tricks?
Snow Boots: Schnazzy & Athletic
Posted on December 19 2022
If your bug out route takes you through snow, or if you live in snow country, what's your best snow boot combo?
Clothing: Layers & Layers
Posted on December 05 2022
Tis the season for layering. Pro hikers will attest: Layering your clothing is key to overland movement. As well as surviving out in the cold. What's your method of choice?
You Need Good Socks
Posted on November 14 2022
Here's the Jeff Kirkham method for warmth and best blister protection. Have you tried layering poly and wool?
Inner Layer: Long Johns and Warm Underwear
Posted on November 07 2022
I'm not very tricky about my inner layer. Synthetic. Merino wool. Thicker when it's colder (or when I'm sitting in the tree stand doin' nothin'.) What's your go-to long john?
Gasoline Bulk Storage
Posted on November 03 2022
What's your preferred method for this? Storing gasoline for long-term storage.
Battery Myth: You Can't Do That...
Posted on October 24 2022
Car batteries are designed quite differently from Solar, RV, or Golf Cart batteries. Cat batteries (SLI) deliver a burst of electricity, recharge, then rest fully-charged...
Water for Wash: Do You Know How to Make the Most of Your Water?
Posted on October 10 2022
What's your water plan to maximize your "gray" or "black" water?
How Much Gas Does Your Family Need?
Posted on September 30 2022
Have you actually run the numbers on gas and propane storage for a long-term collapse scenario?
It adds up fast. How much do you think your family requires?
What Makes One Year of Dry Food?
Posted on September 13 2022
Here's the basics - but it REALLY pays to shop this around. You'll have to shop hard to hit these prices nowadays.
Homemade DIY Solar Generator
Posted on August 31 2022
Not only an excellent bit of preparedness, but a great learning experience:
How Not to Get Bushwhacked...
Posted on August 25 2022
If you're heading to your Bug Out Location, should you worry about moving with stealth, ready to bail?
Long Guns Galore
Posted on August 21 2022
Long bang-stick choices really depend on the woods around your place. Are you in the wide open mountains, or the Eastern forests?
Which long shootin' iron do you run?
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Posted on August 18 2022
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Tactical Hand Signals
Posted on August 17 2022
Am I supposed to remember all of these? Where's the one for "I'm not going in there because I don't want to get shot. You go in there if you're in such a hurry." Being able to communicate with your team, friends, or family silently is a valuable skill to have,...
Knives, Axes, Swords, and More!
Posted on August 06 2022
Jeff's go-to is the Cold Steel Vaquero. What's yours?
MAX OPTION: Full-Monty Bug Out
Posted on May 17 2022
Are wells practical in your location? How deep do you have to drill? Where we live in the Rocky Mountains, it's over 600 feet...
A Quick Splint for a Break or Dislocation
Posted on May 10 2022
A splint can be made from many things, and they're not super complicated to make, even if you have little-to-no "proper" tools.
A Few Bug-Out Tools that are Pricey, but Amazing
Posted on April 27 2022
Sometimes you've got more cash in pocket than usual, or maybe you've decided "Screw it, money won't be worth much in the apocalypse" and you're looking to splurge. Here are some things you can consider when looking to break the bank. And if you're looking for a Bump Helmet, check...
Your First String Medical Team
Posted on March 21 2022
As long as you don't screw it up with bacteria, disease and poor wound irrigation, your body has a team of Superfriends who can fix stuff up for you! The biggest thing with your body, is that it can take care of itself and heal itself, but sometimes it needs a little...
Home Invasion: What Would You Do?
Posted on March 13 2022
It's a scary thought, that a stranger would break into your home, with the intention or inclination to cause you or your family serious harm. But unfortunately, it IS something that needs to be thought about and considered. So, if you were forced to encounter this situation, what would you...
Have you Run the Numbers on Gas Storage?
Posted on January 27 2022
Have you actually run the numbers on gas and propane storage for a long-term collapse scenario? It adds up fast. How much do you think your family requires?
Are Wells Practical in your Location?
Posted on January 25 2022
Are wells practical in your location? How deep do you have to drill? Where we live in the Rocky Mountains, it's over 600 feet. Expensive. $$$
Why Stock Canned Food?
Posted on January 22 2022
Why stock canned foods? A full pantry is basically free. You're buying food now that you'll be able to eat down the road, and it'll last longer than anything...
The Trifecta of Wash
Posted on January 20 2022
What's your water plan to maximize your "gray" or "black" water?
4-in-1 Every Day Carry Survival Tool
Posted on August 25 2018
The EDC Survival Tool unites the lightweight freedom of an every-day-carry (EDC) thing with the usefulness and life-threatening character of survival gear. This tool looks and clips on a shirt or pocket just like a pencil, but is clearly constituted of 4 tools in a single! The tool features a...
Five Ways to use the ReadyMan EDC Kubaton Pen
Posted on August 23 2018
The Kubaton is perhaps one of the most underrated tools for self-defense. The EDC Kubaton Pen is often your final line of protection against an attacker! Our Gray Kubaton Pen with Glass Breaker is a sleekly designed, refillable ink pen made from ultra-heavy-duty aluminum. It's a metallic pocket clip for...
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