Prepare, Adapt & Overcome
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…]
There’s nothing that frightens me more than a nuclear attack.
Not only are they the most destructive device known to man, but surviving one might be worse than being wiped out at ground zero.
I realize that sounds morbid but surviving the aftermath is not for the faint of heart.
Just barely surviving the initial blast likely means days or weeks of acute radiation sickness.
Your only chance is to quickly hunker down or die.
So today we’re going to discuss all aspects of how to survive a nuclear attack: [Read more…]
Aquaponics is the ultimate solution to at home backyard food production.
It’s the smartest way to generate more food per square foot than a backyard garden alone.
It’s the answer to a prepared survivalist food production prayers.
The ability to add food to the table even in a long term disaster scenario.
But most people have never seriously looked into DIY aquaponics systems – which is a shame.
So today, let’s discuss I’ll share (in detail) everything I know about Aquaponics: [Read more…]
Man, there’s an awful lot of confusion (and misinformation) about portable solar generators.
Seems like every week I get tons of questions about them.
For example:
I get it. These are the very same questions I had.
But the bottom line is:
We all want to know if they’re a reliable source of backup power generation. [Read more…]
A quick look online proves I’m not alone in my passion for Every Day Carry Bags (a.k.a. EDC Bag).
And thank goodness today we have way more options to choose from than the 90’s style fanny packs!
Nowadays, there are dozens of EDC bag manufacturers, each with a unique lineup of styles and sizes.
So many, in fact, deciding on the “best EDC bag” can feel a bit overwhelming.
To be honest, it took me quite a while to settle on the right EDC bag for me.
So today, I’m going to share with you the exact process I followed. [Read more…]
Everyone should own a hand crank radio.
I truly believe that.
Why? Because we all have an obligation to prepare for future emergencies.
Regardless of whether you think a widespread global catastrophe is in the cards or not…
Local weather emergencies happen all the time – that’s a fact.
And the hand crank radio is one of the most reliable, versatile, and powerful tools in such an emergency.
So if you’re thinking about getting one, you’re in the right place. [Read more…]
Every evening I turn on the news and far too often I witness another community in turmoil.
From wildfires and blizzards to social unrest, mass shootings, and terrorism…
It never seems to end!
It saddens me to watch the tear-filled interviews with those who’ve lost everything.
Often left with nothing but the clothes on their backs.
Grateful to be alive but wishing they’d taken time to prepared.
But they “never thought in their wildest dreams it would happen to them.” [Read more…]
Our Favorite Solar Lanterns For Camping and Survival
Having a dependable source of light in a survival situation is not just a “good idea”; it’s an essential one.
Not only can it light your way in the deep dark woods or in an abandoned warehouse, but it’s an important morale booster.
Light acts like a security blanket in times of uncertainty.
Something that helps to keep your mind strong and hope alive – when all it wants to do is freak out.
It’s sort of like fire in that way…
So it’s no surprise that we get a lot of questions about our favorite light sources. [Read more…]
Flint Knapping (With How To Videos)
If you were to empty out your pockets right now, what would you find?
If you’re like me, you’ll pull out several useful survival tools; at least one being a small knife or blade.
And I’d imagine your survival pack includes several larger survival blades, right? Plus, gear to maintain them (i.e., a knife sharpener).
Because we all know how insanely useful a sharp tactical knife is in an emergency.
And it’s not just knives; survival hatchets, axes, multitools, are all bladed tools worth owing. [Read more…]
We’ve all seen those new survival reality shows…
The ones where someone is dropped off naked in the jungle. Forced to make everything from scratch, including their clothes.
No thanks; I’d rather start with a good pair of tactical pants!
No matter what your day brings, from the job site to the backcountry, good tactical pants are a lifesaver.
I’m talking about lightweight, abrasion resistant materials with built-in stain resistance.
Pants specifically made to combat the harsh sun, fierce wind, and torrential downpours.
Pants with lots of pockets for all your tactical gear and anything else you need. [Read more…]
At the end of the day, nothing feels better than kicking off your boots and settling in for a good night’s sleep.
In a survival situation where you’ve been on the move all day, that goes double!
That’s why your choice of survival shelter makes a huge difference.
A cabin or other permanent structure gives you the ability to have a real bed and get the best sleep. But a traditional mattress isn’t very portable, even with a vehicle.
Most people reach for a tent when the situation calls for mobility.
Tents of all kinds are getting lighter and more compact every year, with great features. [Read more…]