Survival Common Sense Blog | Emergency Preparedness
Survival Common Sense Blog | Emergency Preparedness
Learn how to use the environment you are in to make a survival shelter, whether in the wilderness during the rainy season or in deep snow. Staying dry is the key to survival.
Don’t overlook your hat when choosing outdoor survival clothing. Here is how to pick a hat that may save you from heat stroke and/or severe sunburn.
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You’re driving home from work, something “big” just happened and you’re completely stuck in gridlock on the highway. But, you’re prepared for this scenario. You abandon your car, grab your Get-Your-Ass-Home backpack out of your trunk and start walking. How do you blend in with all the unprepared people, so you don’t become a target for muggers? Here are some ‘fashion’ tips to get you home safe.
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As the outdoor temperatures start to drop, it’s essential to make sure that your home is prepared and ready for the cold weather ahead. No matter where you live, winter can present challenges for safety.
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Use your camping gear and skills to survive inside your house during winter storms.
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A wood saw can be an incredibly important and useful survival tool. The Gerber Freescape folding saw is a good candidate for inclusion in your survival gear.
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Setting up for the night, or making an emergency camp in the wilderness? Here are some things to think about before you camp anywhere.
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If you are perpetually cold – indoors or outside – it could be that you are dressing incorrectly for the situation. You may be doing some of these things wrong. Here are ten tips to help you stay warm.
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You spend an average of 19 days in your vehicle every year, and that’s just the work commute. Since we spend so much time in vehicles, it’s critical to have everything needed in case of an emergency.
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Tarps can be really valuable survival tools. But what if your budget is limited and you need several that will do the job? Here are some tarp materials that have worked for me.
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Can’t wear wool because it makes you itch? Here are some things to consider before you give up on the natural fiber.
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