Paraffin wax is a white or colorless soft solid derivable from petroleum, coal, or oil shale. The wax is solid at room temperature and begins to melt at around 99 °F (37° C). Its boiling point is plus or minus 698 °F. The wax was first created in the 1850's and it wasn't long … [Read more...] about 4 Survival Uses for Paraffin Wax
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OPSEC: It Is More Important Today Than Ever
If you talk about it, then everyone knows about it. They know about your preps, your habits, your ideas, and your identity. All can be stolen, compromised, or used against you, and it doesn't take a disaster for it to happen either. People are always looking to cash in on other … [Read more...] about OPSEC: It Is More Important Today Than Ever
5 Survival Uses for Bed Sheets
A Bed Sheet Scissors and a Sewing Kit Cotton bed sheets can be used for more than just sleeping on. A big sheet of cotton has survival material written all over it. A tightly folded sheet can fit in any pack, any vehicle or be rolled up and carried like a bedroll, attached to … [Read more...] about 5 Survival Uses for Bed Sheets
8 Survival Uses for Cheesecloth
Cheesecloth is available in a number of grades ranging from loose to extra-fine weave. Grades are distinguished by the number of threads per inch in each direction. The grades range from #10 to #90 with 10 being the loose grade and 90 being a tight weave. The # 10 grade, for … [Read more...] about 8 Survival Uses for Cheesecloth
Concealed Carry in a Gun Free Zone: Violations Have Consequences
First, we here certainly do not condone the violations of any laws. You may not like the laws, they may seem or may actually be unfair on the face of it, and even be stupid laws in some cases, but the law is the law, and violations of the law can cause you to lose your Concealed … [Read more...] about Concealed Carry in a Gun Free Zone: Violations Have Consequences