A 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.
Read moreHomesteading is a one of the best options for those of us looking to become more self-reliant.
Read moreI just received my new home in the mail! Check out my Hot Tent and Camping Stove which weigh around 7 pounds and fit into my backpack.
Read moreBecoming more self-reliant is one of the most important things anyone could focus on right now. The more dependent you are on the system the more rights and freedoms you will be willing to give up in order to continue receiving the benefits you rely on to survive.
Read moreWe are likely approaching a time where you will need to be able to survive for long periods of time without access to things like food, supplies, fuel, electricity, internet, etc.
Read moreIn my quest to live as minimalistically as possible I have spent years optimizing my sleep system. In this video I share my current setup, and some variations and additions that I am considering for the future.
Read moreSilver coins will be an extremely useful thing to have in a long-term survival situation. They help you store value, engage in trade with the local community, and they can also be used to make medicine.
Read moreIodine is important for our health, and may be difficult to obtain in situations where grocery stores are no longer an option. I recommend having a bottle of Lugol's Iodine on hand for longterm survival situations.
Read moreThere are numerous situations which can lead to it being dangerous or impossible to obtain food from grocery stores. We have been seeing some of these situations in various places over the last year, and will likely continue to experience these scenarios and more in the coming years. Please consider stocking up on food and learning how to store and protect it.
Read moreThis is what I eat when I feeling super lazy! It stores away in bulk very easily, fits in a backpack and requires no preparation.
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