All posts by tobyprep
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5 Effective Ways to Heat Your Home During a Power Outage
When the power goes out, you don’t want to be left in the cold. Prepare for emergency situations by having alternative heat sources available. Most...
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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...
