Survival Scout Tips

When resources are scarce, the ability to adapt is key. Knowing how to transform everyday items into survival essentials can make all the difference when you’re in a bind. That’s why those who pre...

I grew up by the beach and was raised to be aware of the power and danger of the ocean. However, when I was a teenager, I got caught in a rip current—and I did exactly what I had always been taugh...

More Americans than ever live in urban areas. Did you know that 83% of Americans today live in cities, up from 64% in 1950? That number is expected to climb up to 89% by 2050. That means when disa...

Winter power outages are a real threat. Without heat, freezing temperatures can become life-threatening. Did you know that more people die from exposure to cold weather than hot weather? From the ...

I remember when I was growing up, my grandmother would never just throw something away. Her cabinets were filled with emptied and recycled butter tubs and cookie tins that contained odds and ends....

We all know it’s a no-no to pour cooking oil down the drain, but that doesn’t mean you need to toss it out just because it’s past the sell-by date. Every resource counts in survival situations, an...

    One of the longest and deadliest sieges, the Siege of Leningrad, occurred in the Soviet Union during World War II. Not only were those trapped within Leningrad in danger from military forces, ...

Preppers are well aware of how important it is to have a go-bag ready for when they need to bug out, but many overlook the necessity of a get-home bag. Imagine your family decides to bug in when d...

While we will never stop stressing the importance of having emergency food and water in case of an emergency… The truth is, that’s not enough. What good is your survival stash if outsiders can tak...

Fire is essential for survival—especially in a grid-down disaster or when the power is out for an extended period of time. Sure you can cook over an open fire, but there’s a better way to ensure y...

As Americans, we value our privacy. But our personal information isn’t as private as we think it is. Our government has been gathering data on us for years.  And with data companies collecting and...

On February 22, 2024, I was anxiously awaiting news that my sister-in-law safely delivered twins. The phone call didn’t come until long after the twins had arrived. That’s because AT&T experie...