by Nick | Jun 19, 2013 | Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Gear, Emergency Knowledge, Emergency Supplies, How to Prep, Prepping Practice, Surviving Attack, Uncategorized
Recently I spent a lot of time researching and compiling information about Everyday Carry. “Everyday Carry, or EDC, generally refers to small items or gadgets worn, carried, or made available in pockets, holsters, or bags on a daily basis to manage common tasks or for...
by Nick | Jun 18, 2013 | Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Knowledge, Prepping Practice
My wife and I just went on a trip to the coast with a couple of close friends. The first day after checking into the condo there was a harsh reality check to how dangerous playing in the ocean waves can be. “GULF SHORES, Alabama — Less than 24 hours after three...
by Nick | May 22, 2013 | Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Gear, Emergency Knowledge, Emergency Supplies, How to Prep, Prepping Practice
Recently I received a tempting offer from one of the many emergency preparedness websites I follow closely. The offer was for a deck of Urban Survival Playing cards at a discounted rate. Since it was a few weeks before Mothers Day I ordered 2 decks. One for my...
by Nick | Apr 29, 2013 | Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Knowledge, Emergency Supplies, How to Prep, Prepping Practice
This last Saturday I spent the better part of the day at the Self Reliance Expo in Arlington, Texas. I wasn’t completely sure what to expect and I had a great time, made some good connections and met some potential business partners. There was a great “small world”...
by Nick | Apr 23, 2013 | Emergency Supplies, How to Prep, Make Your Own Tools, Prepping Practice, Uncategorized
Sometimes I realize it’s easier to make the tool I need then to find one already made just the way I’d want it. This was true once again when clearing a trail in the woods- neither a machete or an axe was up to the task. The scraggly trees we have here in North Texas...
by Nick | Apr 3, 2013 | Disaster Preparedness, Emergency Knowledge, Emergency Supplies, How to Prep, Prepping Practice
Every prepper or survivalist should be familiar with the importance of string and rope to your survivability. It’s uses are almost infinite, and it can save your ass in a heartbeat! I learned how to utilize rope when I was in boy scouts as a teenager. My dad had...