Knowing how to build a fire is a comfort you need when you are camping or just out in the open, overnight. Being able to build a fire in rain, snow and howling wind, raises your primitive survival rating (PSR😊) close to 10.  If you are spending a nice night in the woods or a night filled with bitter, cold, harsh weather conditions - fire will be your source of heat, water purification, light at night, your cooked food and an overall cozy, safer feeling.  Fire can also signal rescuers and ward off dangerous predators. Start by collecting and storing ; weatherproof tinder dryer lint in a plastic bag cotton balls rubbed with petroleum jelly char cloth, or fatwood You need to carry multiple ignition methods lighters waterproof matches ferro rods and you need to know how to use each one confidently In a wet environment, look for dry wood under trees or break open larger logs to reach the dry core. Elevate your fire off of the damp ground, using bark or stones. Build a small b...

When a disaster comes down on you, there is still a need to have a roof over your head. That may become a big problem if especially if you’re on the move or your home is no longer an option.  That’s why knowing how to build emergency shelters is a necessary prepping skill.  There are survival shows and to teach you the basics of building an emergency shelter. You can start with a simple setup using tarps, cords and natural materials like branches or leaves.  Learn how to build lean-tos, A-frame shelters and debris huts in your backyard or during hikes in the woods.  When you build your shelter, make sure it has steady legs insulation wind protection waterproofing. Build your shelter away from; flood-prone areas dead branches overhead wide-open places  Build it close to natural windbreaks.  Proper shelter protects you from the cold, rain, wind and predators. Prolonged exposure to freezing weather can kill you faster than thirst or hunger.  In your bug-o...

When you are in a bad situation and you stored water runs out or becomes contaminated, water purification tablets can quickly and easily make water safe to drink.  These lifesavers are small, inexpensive tablets, that are lightweight, portable and incredibly effective against bacteria, viruses and protozoa like Giardia.  Most contain iodine or chlorine dioxide and a single tablet can purify up to a liter of water. They’re ideal to pack in your bug-out bags, emergency kits, and they can be used in situation where boiling contaminated water isn’t an option.  Using water purification tablets is simple:  Drop the tablet into the water Wait 30 minutes to 4 hours - according to instructions and your water is safe to drink. Keep several packs and always be sure of expiration dates.  Be aware : These tablets may slightly alter the taste of water. That’s a small price to pay for safety. If you’re prepping for long-term survival, don't make this artificial method of purif...

In times of crisis, access to fresh fruits, bread, vegetables and meat may be limited or non-existent. This lack of food will give you severe nutritional deficiencies.  To keep yourself healthier, you should store vitamins and supplements.  Multivitamins Vitamin C Vitamin D Iron Zinc  and magnesium can help fill the nutritional gaps in a survival diet of mainly rice, beans and canned goods.  Even if you have a sufficient stockpile of food, over time, eating a high percentage of only shelf-stable foods, that are filled with non-nutritious chemicals, can leave your body vulnerable to illnesses and diseases.  Supplements help maintain your immune system, energy levels, and overall resilience. The best vitamins to stockpile when you are preparing for a long-term disaster Store the vitamins in a cool, dry, dark place to preserve their potency Rotate them just like your food.  Don’t overlook probiotics, especially if your diet lacks fresh food and fiber.  If...

  Corrugated Cardboard Box Campfire Oven 1 Brick or flat rock 1 pk heavy duty Aluminum foil 1 Corrugated cardboard box 1 Metal pie pan, old 3 Wire coat hangers 4+ Charcoal briquets Light the charcoal in the aluminum pan Completely cover the inside and outside of the box and flaps with 3 or 4 layers of aluminum foil. Lay the aluminum foil covered box on level ground so that it opens oven-style or front door style. Straighten the coat hangers, then run them from one side of the box, to the other - about 2/3 of the way up from the bottom - to form a rack. Set the brick in bottom.    Use an oven mitt or hot pad to put the pan of hot charcoal on the brick.  Place food to be cooked into a pan and put the pan onto coat-hanger rack, and close oven door. Watch your food carefully by checking it often.   ➡️➡️  Each hot coal makes about 80 degrees Fahrenheit. How to Make An Oven Using a Pizza Box Video

You are considering starting a garden. Before you get started making a garden, you should gather your seeds and as you gather them, it's best to make sure each variety is dated, labeled and stored properly. To save money, get your seeds from the non-GMO, truly organic, fruit and vegetables, you purchase at the grocery store. Start gathering a variety of heirloom, non-GMO seeds so you can regrow a good food supply, year after year. Or, if you want, purchase quality seeds. The seeds you gather will reproduce true to type, unlike the adulterated seeds from cheap hybrids. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place and check germination rates  before you plant your actual garden and every year.

Where's the Food OK, you've been working hard all day, getting things done and now it is past time to eat. You have decided on a can of canned beans, salmon and some potatoes. Then your realized you will need some way to open the cans and the packages of air-tight crackers. Don't Forget the Can Opener  For most people, this is the smallest tool that usually gets left behind—and it is one of the most essential. A manual can-opener. As an added bonus, a couple of strong knives.  You have stockpiled hundreds of cans of a variety of food, but if you don’t have a way to open them, without power, they’re will just sit there mocking you.  You should keep at least two manual can openers: one in your storage area and one in your to go bag. It is possible to open cans with a knife but, it's best not to take the chance of breaking your knife, you will definitely need a knife before your situation ends. Test them regularly. Don't depend on the cheap dollar store can openers and...

Do you know what to do if you are suddenly in the middle of a disaster? It could be from unemployment, illness, Nature or something else. But, no matter what, it's best to know what to do - if the time comes. Now is the time to learn how to be prepared for an emergency and how to survive a disaster. We never know when, or for what reason we may find ourselves without the basic necessities of life.