Knowing how to collect and conserve water are important safety measures for everyone to know in order to stay hydrated in the event of an emergency. Dehydration can cause several troublesome symptoms such as seizures, brain swelling, and organ failure. Once your reservoir starts to get low, it is wise to start collecting rainwater and morning dew as much as possible. Also keep an eye out for … [Read more...]

In the event of an emergency or disaster, you want to be sure that you have a stockpile of sustainable food that can keep you going for an extensive period. Since freeze-dried foods can often last 25 years, they are naturally the best option. Almost any food can be freeze-dried, even favorites such as macaroni and cheese and various meats. Choosing a reliable brand is one of the key parts in the … [Read more...]

During the rainy season in east Venezuela, a family was driving in their sedan through water when tragedy struck. On the surface of the water rested a layer of flammable residue, released from a nearby tank farm. Then lightning struck (according to the official report), and two parents and their three-year old daughter burned to death. Poor maintenance at the tank farm is to blame for allowing … [Read more...]

Mass shootings and events involving active and armed shooters are uncommon, but one should know how to react to one, just in case such an event were to happen. One should learn how to fight both defensively and with a gun, always be aware of possible routes of evacuation, and should be able to recognize the sound of gunfire. Placing yourself in situations and locations that are relatively safer is … [Read more...]

With the economy tanking, the number of things we are able to learn being restricted and sometimes not transportation in which to get there, getting a workout and learning to survive without modern day perks seems like a large goal to reach. In their new blog post, Survival Life focuses on three key skills you can start practicing in the event of a world disaster. From rope training to swimming … [Read more...]

Atmospheric Water Generators (AWGs) capture humidity from the air and convert it to potable water. The process is neither simple nor cheap. AWGs operate by using temperature control, an energy-intensive process. SunToWater Technologies hopes to overcome various hurdles with their new AWG units which rely on a desiccant compound to capture atmospheric water. The company's goal is to have a fully … [Read more...]

A lot of individuals want to maintain the Christian attitude of turning the other cheek when they are met with aggression, but this is not always a plausible thing to do. When we are met with immediate danger, it is often necessary to draw a weapon, but it is our responsibility to know how to use it. Many people have the intention of just wounding and subduing the perpetrator as opposed to killing … [Read more...]

People often stock up on bottled water in case of emergencies. An alternative solution is to set up a rain barrel, which can capture up to 55 gallons of fresh rainwater. Rain barrel kits are bought and used by gardeners, but if you intend to drink the water, you'll need to either boil it or obtain a water filtration system. You can prepare a food grade barrel on your own with just a few tools. … [Read more...]

Traditionally speaking, truck owners used to correlate living in your vehicle to simply reclining one of the seats and dozing off to sleep. Fortunately, modern inventions have made it possible to create a shelter in your truck that is not only functional, but comfortable as well. A convenient and affordable way to go about this is by purchasing a truck tent that connects to the bed of your pickup … [Read more...]