Primitive Cooking
A child of the Great Depression, he knew how to get by in lean times and make do…
CamelBak All Clear Water Purifier
Finding clean, safe water can be difficult when traveling off the beaten path. Many of the world’s water…
The Slingshot Redefined
THE slingshot is a competent weapon with a long history. It has also proven itself very effective at…
Geigerrig Hydration System
Every now and then, a product comes along that justifiably turns heads. I first heard of Geigerrig a…
Science of Hydration
Unfortunately, the science behind hydration is complicated and difficult to explain in a short article. Here is my…
Survival Plants of the Southwest
There are hundreds of books on the subjects of trees, plants and wild edibles. I find plant identification…
Eating Insects in the Wild
IN modern America, protein food that doesn’t come in a Styrofoam container or look like it was sliced…
Hydration To Maintain Your Tactical Edge
Adequate hydration is essential to maintaining your tactical edge. Replacing body fluids is the single most important thing…
AGAINST ALL ODDS: Portable Emergency Stoves
More survival and camp stoves are on the market than ever before. They range from large, heavy tent…
Crisis Cuisine: Long-Term Food Storage
Having access to long-term food stores can definitely increase your chances for survival in even the most serious crisis situations. But storing that much food is not without its complications, and can also become very expensive. Figuring out what to store and how to store it can often be the most difficult part of the entire process. Let’s take a look at the basics of long-term food security, with specific emphasis on tips, ideas, and suggestions to help you start making your preparations, while also saving some serious money.