Survival Scout Tips

Even the most prepared outdoor adventurists can find themselves in a pickle – life-threatening situations from accidentally wandering off a trail, running into bad weather, or suffering an injur...

Imagine you are riding an underground subway of a major metropolitan city when you are suddenly plunged into darkness as the train comes to a screeching halt, trapping you for hours. For many pe...

Even during what has to be the weirdest year (please go away, 2020), it’s important to find things to be thankful for. As you sit around the table this Thanksgiving, we hope you will spend some...

What we wear says a lot about us. For example, what we wear can convey a sense of professionalism, demonstrate our sense of humor, and showcase our eye for design. However, clothing isn’t only s...

  With spring break time here and summer not too far off, it’s easy to dream up our next fun vacation plan. Perhaps it’s the sun on an island, or breathing in crisp, fresh air in a national park...

Taking the subway versus driving to get groceries. Paying $300 per month in parking fees vs. free parking. Sitting in gridlock for an hour versus coasting for ten minutes to get to work. Daily l...

Running out of gas on a country road without reception. Getting stuck in traffic while trying to evacuate before a hurricane hits. There are plenty of anxiety-inducing situations where you could...

When it comes to disaster planning, knowing how to cook your food is an important piece of the puzzle. If disaster strikes, you will likely have to adapt your methods used for meal preparation--an...

For those that love the great outdoors, the warmer temperatures couldn’t come soon enough. Maybe it’s gathering with your extended family for an annual trip to a national park. Or going on a rom...

If you have a few folks into preparedness or that might need a nudge to be a bit more self-reliant, let us simplify your holiday shopping list with these 5 ideas. #1: Patriot Seeds Gift Set: ...

If you live a preparedness lifestyle, you already know the basics of stocking up on food, ensuring you have batteries, and understanding the ins and outs of having a secret money supply so you c...

First, let’s take care of some basic terminology. Fallout can be the result of any nuclear event, meaning it could be from a weapon or a nuclear plant meltdown. Nuclear fallout is produced when a ...