Skilled Survival

7 Best Survival Machetes On The Market Today [With Video Reviews]

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If you’re looking for help finding the best survival machete FOR YOU, you’re in the right place.

Because there’s no way around it: all survival gear should be multifunctional.

For example, anything in my pack that isn’t serving at least two purposes is a candidate for replacement.

Why? Because in a survival situation, pack space, and weight are at a premium.

So the lighter I can make my bug out bag, the faster I can move and the further I can travel.

Also, the more compact I can make it, the more maneuverable I can be in a fight or flight situation.

One of the more recent additions to my pack is a true multitask tool – A Survival Machete! [Read more…]

The Ultimate Hurricane Prep List For Survival

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The Ultimate Hurricane Prep List – For Before, During, And After The Storm

Over the past few days, as I’m writing this article, I’ve been keeping close tabs on the weather reports in the Gulf of Mexico.

A large tropical storm was brewing just offshore and is likely reaching landfall about now…

Maybe it will reach hurricane status, maybe not.

But I guarantee, there WILL be LOTS of hurricanes this year and every year after.

And it’s very likely some WILL reach landfall along the US coastline. It’s not a matter of IF but WHEN.
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Best Non Perishable Food To Thrive During Times Of Turmoil

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Before we get to our list of non perishable foods, I want to share some shocking food statistics:

Approximately 1/3 of worldwide food production for humans gets wasted every year (about 1.3 BILLON tonnes)!
Food losses and wastes add up to about $990 billion across the globe.
Fruits and vegetables have the highest rate of waste of any food types.
Per person, waste by North American and European consumers is between 210 and 250 lbs per year!
842 MILLION people in the world do not have enough food…about 12% of the world’s population!

So by eliminating so much waste, we can help to reduce much of our world’s starvation. [Read more…]

5 Best Survival Backpacks On The Market Today [With Video Reviews]

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If you’re on the hunt for a new survival backpack, you’ve come to the right place.

But what exactly IS a survival backpack?

Well…it’s a backpack tough enough for survival – it’s as simple as that. And a backpack is just a durable container, for your gear, you take everywhere.

Because in an emergency, there’s nothing better than having the right tool for the job.

And nothing worse than having to make do with the wrong tool…

Why? Because your odds of success are significantly better with the proper gear.

Sure, expert survivalists can often make do with what nature provides. Bushcraft can come in handy. [Read more…]

Best Hazmat Suit To Make You Less Vulnerable To Contagious Diseases

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Let me guess…you’re searching for REAL answers to your SERIOUS questions about hazmat suits.

Why? Because there’s a ton of confusion surrounding these odd-looking “suits”.

And a Hazmat Suit is not something you buy often – so you want to get it right the first time.

So, you must decide first, do you even need one, and if so, which one is best…

You need someone you can trust to give you some straight answers.

Hi – I’m Jack – I’m that someone, so let’s begin. [Read more…]

Gray Man – How To Blend In By Hiding In Plain Sight

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“Sometimes the best hiding place is the one that’s in plain sight.” – Stephanie Meyer

Today, we’re going to discuss hiding in plain sight. But not about hiding “things” using diversion safes, but hiding YOU.

We’re going to dissect the psychology behind Gray Man theory.

The gray man concept is not new. Others have written about it, and we’ve even touched on it in previous articles as well:

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Best Tent Air Conditioner To Make You A Summer Camping Hero

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If you’ve been contemplating getting a portable tent air conditioner (a.k.a. tent AC) – you’re in luck…

Never before have there been so many quality options to choose from.

So, yes, you SHOULD invest in a tent air conditioner. It will make your summer camping experience 10 times better!

Why? Because nothing ruins a fun camping trip more than tossing and turning in your own pool sweat all night.

It’s both gross and uncomfortable!

I love summer camping but the temperatures can get unbearably hot and muggy. Heck, before I got my tent AC I would consider canceling my trips due to the heat…

But not anymore. [Read more…]

Freeze Dried Food IS The Best Food For Survival

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In survival and preparedness, there’s a lot of confusion around freeze-dried food.

What is it, what it’s not, why you should care, can you make freeze dry food at home, etc.

That’s why today I’m going to clear the air. I’m going to share with you everything I know about freeze dried food, specifically:

What Is Freeze Drying
Freeze Dry Vs. Dehydrate
Freeze Dried Foods Vs. MRE’s
7 Reasons Why You Should Get Freeze Dried Food
The Story Behind Pre-Packaged Freeze Dried Food
Can You Freeze Dry At Home?
Best And Worst Foods To Freeze Dry
How To Rehydrate Freeze Dried Food

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How To Survive A Nuclear Attack – Hunker Down Or Die

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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…]

How To Build A DIY Aquaponics System For Food Self Sufficiency

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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…]