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Prepping Basics – The 10 Steps To Basic Preparedness

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If you’re brand new to the idea of prepping, you’re likely feeling quite anxious!

It’s natural to feel this way. Why? Because it’s terrifying to take a hard look in the mirror and realize just how unprepared you are.

And if you’re not careful, this anxiety can grow. It can develop into severe stress, sleepless nights, and a sense that you’re running out of time.

But, if you harness these feelings correctly, they can be good! Why? Because they are incredibly motivating! Those gut-wrenching feelings are preparing you to take meaningful action.

But being ready to take action is different than actually taking action. [Read more…]

Free 78 Item Preppers Checklist: Not Just What But Why

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This Is Skilled Survival’s 78 Item Preppers List

A prepper’s supply list that not only tells you what to stock for future emergencies but also why.

We’ll deep dive into all the core prepper essentials.

Stuff everyone needs to survive (like food and water) but also cover some lesser-known items as well.

We’ll also go over a few of the best solutions for each item.

By the end of this preppers list – you’ll have your own stockpiling game plan for a variety of emergencies.

Here at Skilled Survival, we plan for the worst and hope for the best. [Read more…]

Bug Out Bag Checklist – 104 Items To Build The Ultimate Bug Out Bag

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This article is Skilled Survival’s Ultimate 104 Item Bug Out Bag Checklist.

A free bug out bag checklist that not only tells you what to add to your pack but why.

Because you have to justify everything you add to your bug out bag.

Every ounce matters.

Decisions must be made because you cannot take everything.

This checklist helps to make those hard decisions so you end up with the perfect bug out bag for you.

A bug out bag you can be proud of. [Read more…]

55 Item Survival Gear List – The Most Complete Life Saving Checklist

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The Ultimate Survival Gear List to Help You Build Your Arsenal Of Survival Tools

How can you be absolutely certain you have all the critical gear you need for survival?

To be confident there are no more survival items left to acquire.

You can’t – unless you have The Complete Survival Gear List.

An extensive list to ensure you don’t overlook any life-saving gear.

While it’s unlikely anyone forgets a survival knife, there’s lesser known survival gear you’ve likely overlooked. [Read more…]

10 Best Powdered Milk With A Long Shelf Life For Emergencies

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Powdered milk – it’s an essential part of any well-rounded emergency food storage plan.

Why? Because milk has many amazing health benefits.

And while it’s possible to live without milk, it’s more challenging. And we often forget just how fast liquid milk spoils.

What’s your plan if the grocery store is out of liquid milk for the foreseeable future? How can you get the vitamins and minerals that milk provides in a long-term crisis?

Powdered milk! IF you planned ahead…

So today I’ll share with you everything I know about powdered milk, specifically: [Read more…]

7 Best Places To Buy Ammo Online Right Now

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Buying ammo online is often more convenient than going to the store!

Gone are the days of having to find the nearest store and hoping they have the specific ammo you want in stock.

Today, buying ammo online can be more convenient and cheaper.

But understandably, many folks are still skeptical and uncertain.

So today, we’re going to clear the air.

I’m going to share everything I know about buying ammo online, specifically: [Read more…]

9 Best Tourniquets For Traumatic Medical Emergencies

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Today we are going to get into tourniquets, big time! Why? Because in a life-threatening wilderness accident, you better be prepared.

Basic first aid ONLY teaches you the ABCs.

And while these medical skills are essential, if you have blood shooting out of a main artery, chest compressions won’t help.

You need to know how to stop the bleed NOW; otherwise, it’s lights out in minutes.

Here at Skilled Survival, we prepare you for worst-case scenarios.

That’s why when you build an IFAK Kit or Bug-Out Bag, one of the most important things you can have is a quality tourniquet. [Read more…]

How To Read A Topographic Map For Survival And Preparedness

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If you’re serious about survival and preparedness, you must learn how to read a topographic map.

These maps include a treasure trove of valuable survival and preparedness information.

Topo maps are essential in planning remote routes and handy to have in the heat of the battle.

But they are worthless if you don’t know what the lines and symbols mean.

So today I’m going to teach you how to read a topographic map and which topographic maps are the best.

That way, you can start using them to your survival advantage. [Read more…]

9 Best Portable Power Stations For Camping & Emergencies

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Do you want to stay connected and have some luxuries while out in the wilderness? Well then, you need a portable power station.

If you are an outdoor junkie like me, you love being in the bush, whether it’s:

Hiking
Camping
RVing
Hunting
Fishing
ATVing
Rock Crawling
Etc.

Because spending time outdoors is a fantastic experience.

OR perhaps like me, you’re ALSO preparing for the next disaster by looking for a bug out location. [Read more…]

9 Best Survival Bags For Any Crisis – EDC, Get Home, Or Bug Out

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In today’s article, we’re going over the best survival bags on the market and the contents you should add.

Because when it’s” go time” in a crisis, you must be ready to bug out FAST.

Running to your garage and digging stuff out of your crawl space isn’t going to cut it.

We’ll show you how to build the ultimate survival kit bug out bag and look at the best survival bag kits you can buy today.

That way, you’re prepared when it’s time to implement your survival plan.

And if you’re new to prepping, then welcome. You are in great company. We can help you gear up, and the best way to start is with your survival go bag. [Read more…]

16 Best Self Defense Keychains On The Market Today

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There are many reasons why you might be in the market for a self defense keychain.

You could be looking for some extra security during the dicier parts of your everyday routine.
You may be looking to keep a loved one safe in similar situations.
It’s possible that you simply want some peace of mind in case things take a turn for the unpredictable, wherever and whenever that may be.

That’s where a self-defense keychain comes in handy.

So today we’re going to cover everything we know about self-defense keychains, specifically: [Read more…]

9 Best IFAK Kits For Traumatic Emergencies On The Market Today

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Today we are going over what IFAK stands for, what goes into an IFAK pouch, and why you need one.

Then we’ll cover the best IFAK Kits on the market today.

What Is An IFAK? Kit
Who Should Own An IFAK Pouch
Best IFAK Kit Features To Look For
IFAK Contents List / How To Build An IFAK From Scratch
9 Best IFAKs Kits On The Market Today

One thing is for sure. After reading this, you’ll know what you need to patch someone up in a traumatic accident or emergency.

Knowledge is power, and in a survival situation, the people with the best gear (and know how to use it) will thrive. [Read more…]

5 Best Battle Belts (and Setups) To Protect And Defend

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If you looking for the best battle belt or battle belt setups, you’ve come to the right place!

Why? Because for most people, their belt choice simply comes down to how well it matches their clothes. These folks are part of what we like to call “the fragile masses.”

Instead, YOUR belt should be more useful than just color coordination.

A belt should not only keep your pants up, but it should also carry a ton of self-defense and survival gear on it as well.

That’s way more important than just preventing an embarrassing “wardrobe malfunction.”

And for combat professionals, soldiers, and police officers, their very lives depend on their belt choice and setup.

A belt that will carry gear the proper gear to defend and protect – to make holes and plug holes! [Read more…]

9 Best Hand Warmers For Cold Weather Emergencies

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Today we’re going to check out the best hand warmers on the market and why you need them.

Because a hand warmer will make any cool-weather outdoor adventure more pleasant. And could even be a lifesaver in a sub-zero emergency situation!

There are so many reasons to get a hand warmer – for example:

Perhaps you’re a survival gear enthusiast, and you’re building a bug out bag or get home bag – just in case.
Or maybe you’re an outdoorsman who spends lots of time in the wilderness – waiting in a tree stand for game to show up.
Or perhaps you just work in an ice-box-of-an-office, and your colleagues refuse to turn the heat up.
Maybe you’re a musician who needs to keep your fingers warm and nimble before playing guitar or piano.
Or maybe you have a medical condition that causes you perpetually deal with cold fingers…

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