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News & Articles By Zoey Sky
02/24/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Conceal your raging campfire with the ancient Dakota fire hole technique
Aside from being an enjoyable outdoor activity, camping is also one way to practice your survival skills for when SHTF. And if you want to build a clean-burning campfire, you can try the Dakota fire hole technique. (h/t to WildernessCollege.com) The Dakota fire hole is an old technique used to build “efficient, clean-burning, and easily concealable […]
02/18/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Survival first aid: How to stop excessive bleeding when you’re off-grid
You can’t assume that there will always be someone you can call for help. Even emergency services may not reach you fast enough, and you might have to improvise as quickly as possible. Knowing how to stop excessive bleeding can help minimize health risks. Listed below are some methods you can use to stop hemorrhaging: (h/t […]
02/15/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Roughing it is easier with a pocket chainsaw
In the wrong hands, motorized chainsaws can cause more harm than good. A better alternative is the pocket chainsaw, which can make prepping and survival much easier. Unlike the chainsaw, which is heavier and requires fuel and occasional maintenance, the pocket chainsaw is easy to use and is lighter. It looks like the chain on […]
02/13/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Low-tech transportation tools for the prepper: Do you have a wagon, wheelbarrow or yard cart?
When SHTF, do you have an efficient way of carrying your supplies? Have you considered getting a wagon or a yard cart as a form of manual transportation? Anything with wheels can help you carry things. Don’t forget that as a prepper, you also need to get ready for when you have to move your gear […]
02/12/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Emergency preparedness: 7 Common mistakes preppers often make
What’s the first thing that comes into your mind when you hear the word “prepper?” Hopefully, it’s not just someone who hoards weapons, ammo, and supplies. Prepping and survival is more than stockpiling provisions before SHTF. Those are just some of the common mistakes preppers make, and if you’re aware of them, you can easily […]
02/11/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Mental preparedness: How to think like a survivalist
If you don’t have the presence of mind when a disaster strikes, all of your tools and plans will be next to useless. Survivalists know that your mind is the most powerful tool in your arsenal, as long as you know how to use it properly. A survival mindset can help you survive even if you don’t […]
02/10/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Survival weapons: A closer look at the different types of bows
Bows (and arrows) are some of the most versatile tools and weapons around. For years they’ve been used for hunting and sports. From wood and hemp, modern bows are now made of carbon fiber and fiberglass. (h/t to DoomsdayMoose.com) Check out some of these modern bows, with their improved shooting mechanisms and various other benefits. Compound […]
02/09/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Preparing for disaster: How to set up backup electric power
Imagine this scenario: you’re relaxing at home with your family, then the power suddenly goes out. Will everyone panic because you don’t have a backup source of electricity, or will you be calm and collected as you head to your portable generator? (h/t to DoomsdayMoose.com) If you have backup electrical power, you won’t have to worry […]
02/09/2018
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By Zoey Sky
How to build an emergency shelter with a tarp
If someone hands you a tarp and asks you to build an emergency shelter, how sturdy will your construction be? (h/t to DoomsdayMoose.com) When you find yourself in a survival scenario, finding shelter should be a priority. If your shelter is sturdy, you can stay safe, warm, and dry. If you don’t have a camping tent on […]
02/07/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Walipini greenhouse: What it is, why you need one, and how to build it
A Walipini greenhouse is a cellar-greenhouse hybrid that combines the constant temperature of the former and the ability of the latter to “extend the growing season.” (h/t to Survivopedia.com) With a Walipini greenhouse, anyone can cultivate plants year-round. Also called a geothermal- or pit greenhouse, the Walipini is common in South America. “Walipini” means “place of warmth” in Aymara Indian, and […]
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