All posts by tobyprep
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Survival Garden Layouts: How to Start the Perfect SHTF Garden
Having a supply of healthy, fresh foods in your own backyard can be invaluable in the event of a catastrophe. The Federal Emergency Management Agency...
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Household Traps: 7 Unconventional Ways to Protect Your Home
When you think of booby traps, you may envision Kevin McCallister of Home Alone rigging an electric BBQ starter near a doorknob or installing a...
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What to Look When Buying Scope for 6.5 Creedmoor
What should a buyer consider when planning to mount glass on this new cartridge based rifle? When selecting the best scope for 6.5 Creedmoor, there...
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Tripwire Alarm: Why You Need One and How to Make It
Whether it’s your home or a bug-out shelter, you want to feel safe where you sleep. A tripwire alarm can give you a sense of...
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Storing Diesel Fuel: How Long Does It Last?
Having diesel on hand can be useful if you need fuel for a bug-out vehicle or want to power a generator. However, the shelf life...
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10 Reasons Preppers Should Have Chickens
Chickens are considered the foundation, of farming and homesteading and there’s a reason for that. They are a utility animal that can provide for a...
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No Power? Charge Your Phone with a 9-Volt Battery
Stuck in a blackout and need to charge your cell phone? Time to get creative. A 9-volt battery can give your phone enough juice to...
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How to Make Homemade Pepper Spray: A Step-by-Step Guide
Is pepper spray in your arsenal of self-defense tools? If not, learn how to make it so that you can protect yourself in an emergency...
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Top 7 Best Survival Shows on Netflix
Someday you might find yourself in a situation that requires key survival skills. Check out these top-rated survival shows on Netflix and learn a few...
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3 Fast and Effective Methods to Siphon Gas from a Car
As a prepper, there are certain key skills that you should master. How to siphon gas from a car is one of them. In our...
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Gerber vs. Leatherman: What’s the Best Multi-Tool Brand?
When looking for an EDC multi-tool, the two most trusted, loved brand names are Gerber and Leatherman. Some preppers swear by Leatherman, while others will...
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How to Make a DIY Homemade Ghillie Suit
A ghillie suit is a camouflage garment that can look like sand, snow, and different foliage types. If you’re in the woods, your ghillie suit...
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5 Tips For Hunting At Night
The notion of night hunting seems more intense and dramatic. However, if you ask the hunters, some would gladly admit that hunt at night using...
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Key Differences Between a Drop Point Knife and a Clip Point Knife
Picking out the right knife for you is more than just the aesthetics. Each part of the knife design plays a role in how the...
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10 Helpful Tips for Living Without Electricity
Most people can’t imagine living without electricity. Cooking your food or entertaining yourself becomes harder. When we lose power for a few hours, my kids...
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Prepping 101: The Ultimate Zero to Hero Guide to Prepping
We all want to be prepared for anything. After all, it makes us feel more secure. If you’ve never tried prepping before, it can be...
