I have two camps setup so that I can test out the cold hardiness of my minimalist setup while having a warmer place to sleep when the limit is reached.
Read moreMost countries will easily fall to the technocratic slave system because the people are not equipped to defend themselves. Those countries which are prepared in that way will receive extra pressure via starvation.
Read moreWhile a hot tent and stove are nice to have for extremely cold nights, I'm focused on building, testing and optimizing my on foot loadout.
Read moreThe nights have dipped into freezing so it's time to deploy the winter camp.
Read moreThere are a number of society-shaking situations coming to a head this Winter. Could you survive severals months without access to electricity, fuel or grocery stores with what you have now?
Read moreMany people standing up for freedom and individualism today have had the very core of their minds sabotaged with the belief that someone is coming to save them.
Read moreFall has arrived and it's getting colder very quickly which has allowed me to identify some equipment changes I may need to make before Winter arrives.
Read moreAmong the assortment of abilities one could develop bo staff skills are among the most intuitive and useful.
Read moreEven though things are about to get rough for humanity, I have a strong feeling it's going to be really good on the other side.
Read moreA viewer asked how I learned the Survival skills I have and how someone should go about starting that journey most effectively.
Read moreIt may still be Summer but the chilly nights have begun and some leaves are already turning. Are you ready for what this Winter brings?
Read moreYou can have all the lightest and highest quality gear, but will it last for years with everyday use? Durability is an incredibly important factor to take into consideration for survival situations.
Read moreI think the LG V20 is the best phone to de-Google, but the right version can be hard to find. I just came across someone selling a bunch of them for a good price, so if you're interested in privacy now may be a good time to act.
Read moreSince I'm planning to try living outside this upcoming Winter several of you have asked what kind of climate I'll be facing.
Read moreMaintaining hygiene when living outside in a survival situation is easy when you are taking care of your health, wearing the right clothes and getting daily sun exposure.
Read moreHere is all of the gear I carry with me in my backpack. If you'd like to survive what's coming I recommend getting what you need before it's no longer available.
Read moreI'm seeing a lot of signs that people are waking up to the world situation and starting to seriously prepare. Get what you need now, because as things get worse more people will want this stuff and supply will not meet the demand.
Read moreThe poncho is a great piece of equipment which can serve many purposes. Here I demonstrate how I use it as a simple lightweight shelter.
Read moreWhen you're living out of your backpack it is important to be ready for sudden weather changes. One aspect is keeping your gear nearby and organized, and another is having the right clothes available for every possible situation.
Read moreMy goal is to be able to survive the upcoming Winter with only what I carry in my backpack. There are a few pieces of gear I think I'll still need to acquire in order to pull that off.
Read moreWhen you a need quick and lightweight shelter for camping or survival situations it's hard to beat a tarp. Here's my favorites configuration for a 10x10 foot tarp which requires only 3 stakes and a long stick or pole.
Read moreMy thoughts on perfecting a set of clothing for long-term survival situations which optimizes warmth, utility and lightness.
Read moreA utility belt is a great way to keep your survival tools handy and in a place where you barely notice their weight.
Read moreWhat we just went through for a year and a half is nothing compared to what is about to happen. Please be prepared.
Read moreHyperVegan dropped by to visit me in the desert since it was along the road trip route he's taking. He shows us how to use the Yucca plant to make fibers for necklaces, bracelets and rings.
Read moreDid you know that you can fire to charge electrical devices? Thermoelectric Generators convert heat into voltage, and I got a tiny one that fits in my backpack and works great on my camp stove.
Read moreCarrying significant amounts of water across long distances can become a necessity when the grid is down. I keep two 1-Gallon Rotopax Water Packs attached to the sides of my Solar eBike just for that purpose.
Read moreStoring lots of canned food can be a great plan for survival situations, but it's not going to be much help if you don't have a way to open them. The P38 and P51 keychain can openers produced originally by the US Military are super light, compact and inexpensive options for solving this problem.
Read moreNot only does a walking staff help you keep your footing on uneven terrain with a heavy pack, it can also be used to make shelter, polevault across streams, ward off small aggressive animals and make you look like a badass wizard!
Read moreWhen you rely on a small amount of gear for your survival it's important to maintain the ability to repair that gear. I've been using Tenacious Tape for years to repair holes in my tent, sleeping bag, clothes and other gear, and a little goes a long way. I highly recommend having some on hand.
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