Some are convinced the Feds will be, and some are convinced they already are an institution to be feared by its citizens. In part the fear is based on an executive order signed March 16, 2012, by then President Obama, titled National Defense Resources Preparedness. The order … [Read more...] about Will the Federal Government Be Our Worst Enemy When the SHTF?
Preparedness
Do You Need That to Survive: Cargo Trailer
As long as we are talking about trailers, you might also want to consider a pop-up style camping trailer. You have seen them, the ones that fold down into a solid box with a trailer hitch for pulling with essentially any type of vehicle equipped to haul a trailer. They have … [Read more...] about Do You Need That to Survive: Cargo Trailer
Threat Assessments: Prioritize Then Get Organized
A comprehensive threat assessment first compares the impact of a threat, or situation if you will, with its anticipated frequency. Threats that are anticipated and may be considered ones that would occur with some frequency would be tornadoes if you live in an area prone to … [Read more...] about Threat Assessments: Prioritize Then Get Organized
Survival: City Life Versus Country Life
In a previous article we talked about living in a city and how, because of your location, you may be the target of an attack. A target simply because of the population density, or in some cases, you may be a target because of critical infrastructure, or your city may be having a … [Read more...] about Survival: City Life Versus Country Life
Do I Need That to Survive: Sleeping Bag
The short answer is no, but with a caveat. The more complicated answer is it depends. Much depends on you, your skill, the area in which you are likely to find yourself, and your mental attitude, and what type of situation you find yourself in. A cheap sleeping bag is nothing … [Read more...] about Do I Need That to Survive: Sleeping Bag