Category: Emergency Shelter

The correct tactical pants can be a critical part of your survival gear. If you’re thinking about investing in a pair, the 5.11 Taclite Pro Pant may be worth considering.

Low cut, ankle-high or ten-to-18-inch boots? Before you invest in some expensive footwear, give some thought to investing in gaiters.

A sun hat is something you don’t want to scrimp on. A broad-brimmed, well-ventilated hat can keep you from getting sunburned. It might keep you from getting sunstroke. This American Hat Makers straw hat might be just what you need!

Nothing is more miserable that a night spent shivering from the cold or where you just can’t stay comfortably warm. Here are 10 tips for staying warm and getting a good night’s sleep.

My friend, Lisa Bedford the Survival Mom, has some excellent advice for folks who end up stranded overnight in their car under horrible winter storm conditions.

Canvas wall tents have been a shelter standby since the Middle Ages. Today, a wall tent may still be the best choice for a survival/preparedness long-term shelter. Here is a good one to consider.

Don’t wait until the blizzard hits! Here are some tips to winterize your house to avoid problems later on.

More winter storms and blizzards are on the way. Do you need to shovel the snow on your roof?

Winds can rip a tarp to pieces if it isn’t secured correctly. Here’s how to make your survival shelter safe and secure.

It is virtually impossible to make an emergency waterproof shelter out of natural materials, even if you have the time, tools and practice! In many instances, the A-Frame tarp shelter may be the best choice!