by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 30, 2020 | Do It Yourself, Emergency Communications, Emerging Threats, Featured, Medical Care, Personal Safety, Preparedness, Self Defense, Survival Skills
You may live in a suburb but that doesn’t mean you’re safe from any threat or danger. As a true blue prepper, these are the tactical skills you should arm yourself with. Tactical Skills for Self-Defense and Survival The prepper movement has been trying to...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 30, 2020 | Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness, Survival Skills
Reading is always helpful, especially if you want to learn more about increasing your chances of survival in certain situations. Give these prepper medical books a spot in your bookcase! Prepper Medical Books as Survival Resources Most preppers have a serious hole in...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 28, 2020 | Bug Out Bag, Emerging Threats, Featured, Natural Disasters, Personal Safety, Preparedness, Prepper Supplies, Self Sufficiency, Survival Gear
It’s not expensive to set up your own prepper gear. Today, we present to you ten things you can add to your survival bag to make sure you’re always prepared for whatever happens. $18 or Below Quality Prepper Gear There’s no denying that Prepping can...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 27, 2020 | Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness, Self Sufficiency
Since we’re all spending a little more time at home these days, now is the perfect time to pick up a few bushcraft books to read for survival. Here are seven we highly recommend. Start Digging Into These Bushcraft Books If you’re new to Prepping or are...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 27, 2020 | Hiking, Medical, mountain lion attack, Off the Grid, Safety, SHTF, Survival, Survival Scenarios, What If?, wild animal attack
Illustrations by Robert Bruner It’s a beautiful summer day, so you decide to go for a family hike/picnic in the nearby Cleveland National Forest with your spouse and two children (ages 10 and 7). You’ve hiked this area before and are relatively familiar...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 27, 2020 | Bug-Out, Off the Grid, SHTF, Survival, tire repair, Tools, Transportation
Several years ago, my fellow rescue technicians and I conducted a search-and-rescue operation. We were in the middle of transporting our subject out of the woods when we realized that our transport UTV was getting a flat tire and needed some tire repair. The escort...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 26, 2020 | Emerging Threats, Family, Featured, Financial Survival, Personal Safety, Self Sufficiency
When your city feels like it’s no longer a safe place to live in, you have to make a decision to stay or not. It’s a big decision, so it’s smart to consider different factors and options to decide if it’s time to move. Is It Time to Move to a...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 25, 2020 | Do It Yourself, Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness, Self Defense
If you choose to carry a non-lethal weapon for self-defense, what are your options? As personal safety is of utmost priority, give these weapons a look. Non-Lethal Weapons to Keep You Safe There are several reasons to purchase and train with non-lethal weapons. In...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 25, 2020 | Blades, Combatives, Guns, Knives, Preparation, Survival, Tools, weapon
Certain knives we associate with cultures, such as the Filipino balisong or the Japanese tanto; other knives we associate with professions, like a surgeon’s scalpel or a butcher’s knife. There’s one knife we associate with the U.S. Marine Corps, a...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 24, 2020 | Emerging Threats, Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness, Survival Skills
With chaos ensuing, many Americans are anxious about the present conditions of the nation. Is a violent revolution imminent? If it is, how can you prepare for it? Read more about it below. Signs of a Violent Revolution What is happening in America? Are we on the verge...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 24, 2020 | Camping, Do It Yourself, Family, Featured
Camping is a fun and exciting activity, and it can still be even with the kids around. Check out these tips on how to make camping with kids hassle-free! Camping with Kids Can Be a Lot of Fun, Too Camping is a pastime beloved by many, full of fond family memories made...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 24, 2020 | airgun, Guns, Hunting, Off the Grid, pellet gun, SHTF, Survival
If you’re considering including an airgun in your SHTF kit, or are just looking for a reasonably priced, self-contained airgun to handle pests and vermin around the farm or homestead, perhaps this review will make your search a bit easier. Break-barrel airguns,...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 23, 2020 | Do It Yourself, Family, Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness
In these chaotic times, you must have a plan to get the family back to home base. Check out the tips below on how to do that. The Goal: The Family Back to Home Base We haven’t seen a day where something crazy didn’t happen during the day or at night...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 23, 2020 | Do It Yourself, Featured, Food Production, Practical Prepper, Self Sufficiency
During uncertain times, it’s important to be self-sufficient. One of the ways to do that is to have your own food supply through raising your own free range chickens. So, how do you start? Raising Your Own Free Range Chickens Homesteading is regaining popularity...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 20, 2020 | Bug Out Bag, Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness, Prepper Supplies, Survival Gear
The reality is that you can’t always take your bug out bag wherever you go, especially if you’re in a hurry. Instead, have a minimalist backpack you can carry in a jiffy. Here’s how to prep that. Prepping Your Minimalist Backpack In Prepping,...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 20, 2020 | Do It Yourself, Featured, Food Preservation, Food Storage, Practical Prepper, Self Sufficiency
Mason jars are so much more than cute country décor because they are waterproof and can be hermetically sealed, these molded glass marvels have tons of uses around the house and in Prepping. We all know that mason jars are essential in home canning and food...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 20, 2020 | Apparel, Backpack, Bug-Out, EDC, Preparation, SHTF, Survival, Tools
There’s discussion ad nauseum in preparedness circles about redundancy and layering of gear and survival gear. Like many survival concepts, grand-scale guidance is distilled down to a catchphrase that’s then so beat-to-death that people lose track of what...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 19, 2020 | Do It Yourself, Family, Featured, Personal Safety, Practical Prepper, Preparedness, Survival Skills
Your family’s safety is of utmost importance. Every prepper should have an emergency preparedness kit ready to go. If you haven’t built one, check out these tips on getting started. Ensuring Safety with an Emergency Preparedness Kit for the Family It has...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 18, 2020 | Emerging Threats, Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness
The future is uncertain and the present is getting more chaotic by the day. Does your emergency backup plan already include your plans of traveling safely? Below are some tips to help you with that. How to Plan for Traveling Safe One of the great myths is that we...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 18, 2020 | Bug-Out, Food, Gardening, Off the Grid, SHTF, Survival
WARNING: This article is meant to be an overview and not a detailed guide on identifying and consuming edible mushrooms. Seek guidance from a trained mycologist before attempting to eat any mushrooms. Any attempt to consume mushrooms shall solely be at the...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 17, 2020 | Emerging Threats, Featured, Personal Safety, Security, Survival Skills, U.S. Government
We are going to see a full month of protests in this nation. Within these we have seen massive riots, cities burnt, monuments toppled and now, we are facing a situation where even an American city has had six city blocks occupied by a confusing, yet radical presence....
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 17, 2020 | Featured, Health, Personal Safety
Is the family gearing up for some outdoor fun already? Make sure you bring mosquito repellents in your camping bag to prevent diseases from ruining your summer. Natural Mosquito Repellants to Use This Summer As we approach the summer months, there’s a lot to...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 17, 2020 | Bug-Out, communications, Gear, Off the Grid, SHTF, Survival, Technology, Tools
Photos by Broadview Motion Whether knowingly or unknowingly, if you’ve used ballistic or bump helmets before, you’ve probably used a Team Wendy product. While the company is best known for helmets, they also make some other products, such as the Team Wendy...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 17, 2020 | Backpack, Bug-Out, EDC, Gear, Off the Grid, SHTF, Survival
By now, most people in self-defense or preparedness-oriented communities know what the term “gray man” signifies. It’s the idea that you can walk around with all of your emergency tools at the ready without looking “tactical.” This is...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 17, 2020 | firearms training, Guns, Self Defense, SHTF, situational awareness, Survival
Self defense skills are like ice cream. There are countless flavors, and it might be “hard” (e.g. fighting proficiency) or “soft” (e.g. awareness of pre-fight warning signs). But in the real world, it inevitably melts over time. This statement...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 17, 2020 | Book, Combatives, cqb, Off the Grid, Preparation, SHTF, special tactics, Survival
The Premise: Special Tactics is a team of active-duty and former Special Operators who have released a series of books on room clearing, small-unit tactics, and related topics. This particular volume is a step-by-step guide of two-person room clearing and CQB tactics....
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 16, 2020 | Do It Yourself, Evacuation Planning, Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness, Shelter
Unless you’ve been living under a rock (or have already retreated to your get out of dodge plan), you know that 2020 has thrown some curveballs to the general public. Preppers are sitting pretty, although it’s possible that income streams have been...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 16, 2020 | Do It Yourself, Featured, Food Preservation, Food Storage, Self Sufficiency
When you’re trying to survive in the wild, meat preservation is a skill that will come in handy. Here’s why and how to preserve meat for survival. 3 Methods of Meat Preservation There are four primary pillars of survival: Food, water, fire, and shelter....
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 13, 2020 | Emerging Threats, Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness, Self Sufficiency, Shelter
More than ever before, Preppers are exploring underground bunkers as an integral part of their Bug Out plans. However, supply seems to be running out due to the demand. Let’s discuss more below! Underground Bunkers in Hot Demand Right Now Between terrorism, EMP...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 13, 2020 | Featured, Preparedness, Survival Skills
Problems are coming left and right, and Americans are becoming more and more restless. The best way to beat worries is to be prepared! Check out these neighborhood prepping tips to make sure you’re prepared for anything. Essential Tips for Neighborhood Prepping...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 12, 2020 | Do It Yourself, Emergency Communications, Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness, Survival Skills
What are your methods of communication when SHTF? When you can’t rely on a cellphone, you need alternative ways to send a message, especially if your survival depends on it. Methods of Communication When SHTF Communications are so dominated by our cellphones...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 11, 2020 | Do It Yourself, Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness, Survival Gear
What is EDC? What does it stand for? EDC is short for everyday carry. It’s a collection of useful items and tools a person can use daily. Check out more information about it below. What Is EDC and Why Is It Important? EDC took the world by storm. The tactical...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 10, 2020 | Featured, Fishing, Hunting, & Trapping, Hunting, Survival Skills
If you are anything like me, you spend a good amount of your free time hunting and fishing. It is an excellent way to enjoy nature, develop a skill, and put meat in the freezer. But how do you make sure you’re safe? Here are some tips! Having a Safe Hunting and...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 10, 2020 | Do It Yourself, Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness
As a bonafide prepper, you must have secret and hidden storage solutions at home. If you don’t have any yet or are looking for ideas, give these a try! 3 Hidden Storage Solutions for Your Home As you prepare for a worst-case scenario, you’ll find yourself...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 9, 2020 | Bug Out Bag, Do It Yourself, Evacuation Planning, Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness
2020 has given Americans a new respect for Prepping as recent limitations are hindering our ability to sustain life as know it. The Coronavirus pandemic left many grocery store shelves empty as people panic bought and supply chains were interrupted. Widespread...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 9, 2020 | Featured, Knife Reviews, Personal Safety, Preparedness, Survival Gear
Where do you look to find the best EDC knives on the market in 2020? You can get your answers right here at Survival Life. We have compiled a list of seven knives that span quality and price range below! Top Quality EDC Knives You Can Get Your Hands On If you are...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 7, 2020 | Do It Yourself, Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness, Self Defense
2020 has turned a lot of new people onto Prepping as most of the population has learned just how fast things can go south. A global pandemic that left store shelves empty and tens of millions of people unemployed was distressing enough; but now race wars have been...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 6, 2020 | Bug Out Bag, Do It Yourself, Evacuation Planning, Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness
There are times that staying in your home is not the safest route for you and your family. You may want to believe that your home provides security no matter what you are up against, but certain situations will require an evacuation to a safer place. Weather-related...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 5, 2020 | Bug Out Bag, Do It Yourself, Emerging Threats, Evacuation Planning, Family, Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness, Self Defense
One of the most difficult decisions as a homeowner is when/if to abandon your homestead due to threats to your safety. The building itself and your material possessions are replaceable, but years of hard work and investment can be gone in a matter of hours. As riots...
by iZjn01kH85 | Jun 4, 2020 | Emerging Threats, Family, Featured, Personal Safety, Preparedness, Security
2020 has given Americans a myriad of reasons to stock up on weaponry. Election years always lead to an influx in gun sales amid fears of increased restrictions if a new President has a strong gun control agenda. The COVID-19 pandemic lead to a further surge in sales...
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