If you carry a hammock, should you carry a tent as well? Remember, you have to carry all the options you have given yourself in your pack, and weight is always a major consideration, so plan carefully if you have a choice as to what to carry. In a survival situation a hammock … [Read more...] about Is a Hammock a Viable Option: Should You Carry One?
Preparedness
GPS Apps for Your Smartphone: Do You Need One?
It's all about technology and when it fails, it can leave you stranded. Do you have a backup plan? Some experts claim that standalone handheld GPS systems are a thing of the past, because of advances in Smart Phone technology. There is an app for everything it seems, but do you … [Read more...] about GPS Apps for Your Smartphone: Do You Need One?
What to Do If You Lose Power and Heat
Losing power at anytime can create serious disruptions in your everyday life, however, when it is cold out it not only creates disruptions it can become deadly. Ideally, you are prepared for disruptions in cold weather, and have paid particular attention to keeping everyone warm … [Read more...] about What to Do If You Lose Power and Heat
Winter Checklist for Your Vehicles
Cold weather is on its way, so is your vehicle ready for cold mornings and snowy or icy roads. Are you ready for cold weather? It is time to inventory your vehicle's emergency gear and to pull out the swimsuits and sandals and replace them with cold weather clothing. Vehicle … [Read more...] about Winter Checklist for Your Vehicles
Winter Checklist for the Home
It seems like the summers are getting shorter and the winters longer, but then again, we say this every year, and it may just seem that way as we get older. Nonetheless, winter is just around the corner, so it is time to start thinking about winterizing your home. Some things can … [Read more...] about Winter Checklist for the Home