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Protective Clothing 101
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 selected based on personal expression--it can also hinder or help our ability to survive certain situations. ...
Extreme Survival Lessons from the Donner Party
Even if you’ve never heard of the infamous Donner Party, you’ve heard of the Donner Party. Whenever a book, tv show, or movie jokes about survival cannibalism, you should know this is a direct result of the horrific expedition of a group of settlers during the 19th century. This group...
What Nobody Expects Is Usually the Worst
Post-Election Mayhem Could Be the Next “Black Swan” Event – Preppers Might Be the Only Ones Who Survive If you’ve never heard the term “black swan” event… listen up. A “black swan” event is something unexpected that takes observers completely by surprise. It comes from the ancient belief that all...
The Trapped Chilean Mine Workers are Proof a Survival Mindset Works
Ten years ago, the world was glued to their televisions watching the dramatic rescue of Chilean mine workers. This group of 33 men had been stuck 2,300 feet underground from August 5, 2010 to October 13, 2010 – they survived 69 days with limited resources and without access to the...
What Happens in the Days after a Disaster?
We tend to focus on the disaster itself, but the actual disaster is not what we really should be worried about. It is the days following a disaster that will test us. Not only do we have to survive the hurricane, fire, or flood, but we must also survive the...
What to Know about the Expected Grocery Shortage
If the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us anything, it is to prepare for the unexpected. That’s exactly what grocery stores are doing. In the spring, Americans hurriedly panic shopped for supplies they believed they needed to survive days or weeks stuck at home. Toilet paper, paper towels, baking supplies, canned...
12 Survival Skills All Families Should Know
As much as we hope our families will never face a disaster, the truth is we cannot prevent it from happening. That’s why your family needs to know what to do when one occurs. Whether your child gets lost in the woods or your family experiences a natural disaster while...
Amazing Survival Stories for National Preparedness Month
In 2004, September was designated National Preparedness Month after the attacks on September 11, 2001, highlighted the importance of being prepared. While the tragic events of September 11 shaped preparedness, we must also prepare for everyday emergencies and natural disasters. The theme of 2020’s National Preparedness Month is “Disasters Don’t...
18 Uses for #10 Cans
At My Patriot Supply, we are big fans of #10 cans because they are durable and long-lasting. That’s why we offer a variety of bulk #10 cans with our Ready Hour foods. These remarkably sturdy #10 cans last up to 25 years in proper storage unopened – some even last...
The 8 Types of Fires Every Survivalist Needs to Know How to Build
Knowing how to build a fire is key to survival. When you’re stranded in the wilderness, building a fire will help you stay warm, cook food, give light, and send SOS messages. However, there’s more to building a survival fire than rubbing two sticks together until you get a spark....
How to Store Meat without Refrigeration
Meat is an essential source of protein, which is why it’s vital to know how to properly store it. We’ve become too accustomed to using a refrigerator or freezer to store meat. If you ask people what they do with the meat in their refrigerator or freezer when they lose...
Surviving a Year-Long Blackout: Lessons from Puerto Rico & the USVI
The recent power grid collapse in Texas wasn't just a one-time event. It was a warning: our system of power delivery is more vulnerable than most people know. A single major disaster—a cyber attack, a solar flare, or a few big hurricanes all hitting in a row—could set off a chain...
