The rhetoric and antics of North Korea’s leadership has once again brought the issue of EMP back to the forefront. Recent tests run by the North Koreans have demonstrated that they have multi-stage missiles capable of intercontinental range. A 2012...

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 tell you anything but Gerber is useless. To make a real decision, you have to have a fair...

Historically, herbal medicines were the only thing at our disposal when we suffered from injuries and illness. The emergence of modern medicine has drugged us into forgetting how accessible many of these herbs are. For example, Lactuca virosa or...

When choosing insulating materials for your home or building, the options are more numerous than they first appear. A visit to the hardware store will yield only a few options: foam board, fiberglass rolls, and perhaps spray foam. These materials...

As a homesteader or prepper, it’s important to recognize the value in trash. What’s that saying—one man’s trash is another man’s juice jug? Something like that.There are several crucial household items that often—out of laziness or lack of...