Spoiler alert: not very much is different. Second spoiler: enough to cause a major weapons...The post What is the Difference Between the .300 Whisper and the .300 Blackout appeared first on American Preppers Network.
- 23 May 19, 5:51pm -

Have you ever heard of Oldowan tools? These are basically stone tools that were used...The post The Oldest EDC Tool of All appeared first on American Preppers Network.
- 22 May 19, 2:36pm -

When you think about survival gear do you plan on using it to deal with...The post Survival Gear for Natural Disasters appeared first on American Preppers Network.
- 25 Apr 19, 2:37pm -

Building up my ability to hammock camp I found some great parts that make up the whole.The post The Hammock Experience appeared first on American Preppers Network.
- 6 Mar 19, 9:03am -

New to building AR-15s? Everyone’s gotta start somewhere! Starting your first build can be a...The post The 5 Best Gunsmithing Tools to Equip New AR-15 Builders from Start to Finish appeared first on American Preppers Network.
- 27 Feb 19, 10:50am -

  When you are eating apples, you probably never think of other amazing things, you can do with them. Well, you can do a lot with apples; you can make apple pies, apple juice, apple cider, apple syrup, and apple cider vinegar. Making your own apple…
- 4 days ago 12 Sep 19, 3:42pm -

By Indiana Lee How to Help the Homeless Population During a Natural Disaster While natural disasters occur frequently, the general population receives alerts, evacuation information, and other resources from news channels, non-profit organizations, a…
- 46 days ago 31 Jul 19, 5:46pm -

Preppers put a lot of stake in their ability to go it alone. To survive without the help of others. But with family in tow, it’s hard to make that fantasy a reality. So what’s the solution? Teamwork. This week on the Next Generation Show, we will…
- 48 days ago 30 Jul 19, 3:16pm -

Listen to “The Fertilized Podcast With I AM Liberty” on Spreaker. Sometimes life invades your best-laid plans. On this episode of the, I AM Liberty Show you are going to get an unfiltered conversation as I work in my garden. To be clear, I am bas…
- 49 days ago 29 Jul 19, 1:59pm -

  Join your host Steven Menking as he welcomes James Walton for another powerful roundtable discussing preparation and homesteading. Our conversation this month focuses on organization. What kinds of organization techniques work best? What happens w…
- 53 days ago 25 Jul 19, 10:22am -

Every good prepper knows that having a reliable arsenal ready and stocked is critical for protecting yourself, your family, and your property in a disaster or other “SHTF” scenario. ButThe post How Shooters Are Building Firearms with 80% Receive…
- 3 days ago 13 Sep 19, 7:48am -

Fishing is a very enjoyable hobby and a great way to spend time outside with family and friends. But when it comes to emergency situations, fishing becomes a necessity, anThe post How To Catch Fish With A Bottle appeared first on Ask a Prepper.
- 4 days ago 12 Sep 19, 7:41am -

Garlic and honey are two wonderful ingredients from nature. Both of these have strong anti-inflammatory properties and are great as a home remedy for fighting both colds and the flu.The post Homemade Fermented Honey Garlic appeared first on Ask a Pr…
- 6 days ago 10 Sep 19, 8:54am -

Editor’s note: This article was written by one of our readers, Ornela Freimane. The title of the article is How To Make A Year-Round Self-Sustaining Garden because it talks aboutThe post How To Make A Year-Round Self-Sustaining Garden appeared fir…
- 7 days ago 9 Sep 19, 6:25am -

Buying a gun and hitting the range once or twice a year is not good prepping discipline. A firearm is an important part of most preppers’ kits. But knowing howThe post How to Practice Good Marksmanship Without Wasting Ammo appeared first on Ask a…
- 11 days ago 5 Sep 19, 1:34pm -

We scoured through histories of herbal studies for you Today, we live in a time when manufactured medicines and prescriptions prevail, but do they have to be the only approach to healing? Even with all of these engineered options at our fingertips, m…
- 2 days ago 14 Sep 19, 3:00am -

I am a firm believe that part of being a good steward for your homestead, farm, or even a backyard in town lies in being aware of the plants and animals that call the area home as well. When you learn to identify local trees and plants, it leads to a…
- 4 days ago 12 Sep 19, 4:00am -

Herbals teas are powerful in the survival world due to the versatility of herbs for various health benefits. Whether you are in need of insect deterrent or physical healing you can equip your garden with these easy to grow herbs that can benefit yo…
- 6 days ago 10 Sep 19, 4:00am -

Want to build a bamboo house or shelter? Whether for leisure or for insights, this building guide with tips will help for sure! Building A Bamboo House As A Survival Shelter 1. Pick Bamboo to Build a Survival Shelter Sturdy and columnar, bamboos are…
- 8 days ago 8 Sep 19, 3:35pm -

If you suffer from hip pain, some doctors recommend placing a pillow between your knees while sleeping on your side at night in order to align your spine and hips. Doing so may help ease your symptoms and result in a better night’s sleep. That’s…
- 71 days ago 7 Jul 19, 6:27am -

If (or when) disaster strikes, you can’t always count on your home or shelter being a permanent place to stay. Prepping a bug-out bag is a critical survivalist investment. We can look at the very recent and devastating effects of … Continued
- 21 hours ago 15 Sep 19, 7:00am -

With all the recent violence, there is a lot of interest in civilian body armor. This is not something that you can just stroll down to the store and purchase. In fact, there is often a significant wait time to … Continued
- 3 days ago 13 Sep 19, 2:55pm -

Maximizing every piece of equipment you carry is the best way to keep the poundage down without sacrificing functionality. Additionally, when you are carrying extra gear, you want to spread the weight around and do it in a way that’s … Continued
- 4 days ago 12 Sep 19, 8:32am -

Stinky bugs can be a nuisance indoors and can do a lot of damage in your garden. They can really cause a stink (pun intended). But you don’t have to live with it. There are natural ways you can use … Continued
- 5 days ago 11 Sep 19, 1:56pm -

There are so many great meals that you can make while camping while not using a lot of different pots and pans or complicated ingredients. Before we get into specific meals, let’s go over a few campfire meal basics that … Continued
- 7 days ago 9 Sep 19, 2:23pm -

This week, I’m taking a break from the world of Doomer Fiction and reviewing the […]The post “Getting Home” by Alex Smith appeared first on Backwoods Survival Blog .
- 76 days ago 1 Jul 19, 6:59pm -

Fact Check: Shipping Firearms – DEFENSE FIREARMS BLOG: Some people, even licensed dealers (FFL) have a […]The post Fact Check: Shipping Firearms appeared first on Backwoods Survival Blog .
- 76 days ago 1 Jul 19, 6:58pm -

The subject our most recent Doomer Fiction / disaster film review is “The Core” (2003).  Oddly enough, […]The post “The Core” (2003) appeared first on Backwoods Survival Blog .
- 76 days ago 1 Jul 19, 6:56pm -

This week’s book review will concern a nonfiction title: “Urban Preppers with Kids, Pets & Parents; […]The post “Urban Preppers with Kids, Pets & Parents; Disaster Survival for the Family” by James G. Mushen appeared first on Backwoods Su…
- 76 days ago 1 Jul 19, 6:54pm -

The following may seem rather out of place with regard to our normal subject-matter, but […]The post Carrots, Eggs, Or Coffee? appeared first on Backwoods Survival Blog .
- 76 days ago 1 Jul 19, 6:53pm -

It’s with very mixed emotions today that I’m announcing we will be shutting down Organized Prepper.   As most of you know I started this site because I wanted to make it easier for the “normal” person to get a little better prepared for wha…
- 28 Feb 15, 6:07pm -

Even if you practice a fairly self-sufficient and sustainable lifestyle, you probably still have a number of expenses to deal with on a daily, weekly, monthly, and/or annual basis, from major costs like a home mortgage to essentials and conveniences…
- 24 Feb 15, 1:00pm -

While our grandparents might remember what it was like to cook with a wood stove as opposed to the gas and electric options available today, most adults haven't the faintest idea about how to cook when their appliances give in. And yet, during a cata…
- 17 Feb 15, 3:40pm -

Being prepared to deal with natural disasters and emergency situations is something that most people leave to the proper authorities. And yet, when you need emergency services and government aid the most, these resources may not be available to you.…
- 6 Feb 15, 10:33pm -

While having children is one of life's greatest joys, every parent realizes pretty quickly that it's also the most important responsibility they'll ever shoulder. Keeping kids safe, healthy, and happy and providing them with the knowledge, tools, and…
- 6 Jan 15, 5:40pm -

The best accurate way to know how full or empty your propane tank REALLY is, by weighing it, then subtract its Tare Weight (TW). Or use a calibrated gauge.Original source: How To Tell How Full (or Empty) Your Propane Tank Really Is
- 13 hours ago 15 Sep 19, 3:24pm -

The White Fluff of Battery Corrosion. What is that stuff?! Here's why it happens and what you can do about it. Plus, batteries that won't corrode...Original source: Battery Corrosion | Why They Leak And How To Prevent It
- 3 days ago 13 Sep 19, 1:13pm -

How To Treat And Store Drinking Water For Long Term Storage. The keys to success include initial treatment, storage containers, and storage environment.Original source: Long Term Drinking Water Storage | How-To Recommendations
- 4 days ago 12 Sep 19, 2:44pm -

The following 4 portable shortwave radios are likely the most popular and well regarded today. 2 Tecsun models, 1 Sangean, and the famous Sony SW7600GR.Original source: Best Shortwave Radio For Travel | Portable | Handheld | Hobby Listening
- 4 days ago 11 Sep 19, 5:24pm -

3 reasons why this particular model is a great 1st choice food dehydrator for most typical home consumers are price, stackable trays, and patented air flow design.Original source: NESCO Food Dehydrator, FD-75A Snackmaster Pro | 1st Choice For Entry
- 5 days ago 10 Sep 19, 5:34pm -

If you dried your corn while still on the cob then you will need to shell the corn first, of course. You can do this by hand or use a hand crank corn sheller. The hand operated corn shellers do most of the work for you, the cob goes in and the dried…
- 22 Feb 19, 7:24pm -

According to a survey conducted in 2011, 28 percent of Americans do not know how to cook. However, let’s ponder a moment, and then ask ourselves what is the definition of cooking ( Foodworksblog , 2011). Is it pulling a frozen meal from the freezer…
- 19 Feb 19, 4:21pm -

Meat cuts (tougher cuts) that are ideal for braising include pork shoulder, beef chuck, short ribs, lamb shanks and of course brisket. These cuts are marbled with fat and connective tissue, which will convert to gelatin after long and slow cooking. M…
- 26 Dec 18, 1:27am -

Deserts are among the most treacherous places that a person can get stranded in. With the many unique challenges that are found in deserts, you need to know how to get around them to survive in desert. Read on to find out some exceptional desert surv…
- 26 Dec 18, 1:21am -

A previous article talked about how important it is for you to know how to cook in a survival situation, because you and your family’s very survival could be at stake. Cooking from scratch as it is called is time consuming and it requires organizat…
- 15 Dec 18, 3:56pm -

While we don't know the exact date that the recession will officially hit us nor do we know when the mainstream media will report the actual facts about the condition of the United States economy, we do know its decline is imminent. New data has come…
- 10 hours ago 15 Sep 19, 5:30pm -

Tackling your heating bill this winter is one way to save money and there are some easy ways to do it!  Lowering your heating costs can help you by having a little more disposable income to use for preps or to buy precious metals, or to stash away i…
- 1 day ago 14 Sep 19, 5:00pm -

The official “unemployment rate” in the US is nearing historic lows, according to a recent announcement. For young readers, especially, this may come as a surprise. You may see your friends and family struggling to find enough well-paying work t…
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 19, 10:30pm -

A new report has said that the real United States national debt could be well over what politicians tell us it is.  At a whopping $400 trillion, the U.S. debt would be 2,000% of GDP (gross domestic product) according to new calculations that include…
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 19, 5:30pm -

Our worst fears about Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR) are much worse than we could have imagined.
- 3 days ago 13 Sep 19, 12:30pm -

On this day in 1944, the U.S. 1st Marine Division landed on the island of Peleliu, one of the Palau Islands in the Pacific, as part of a larger operation to provide support for Gen. Douglas MacArthur, who was preparing to invade the Philippines. With…
- 21 hours ago 15 Sep 19, 7:04am -

(Continued from Part 2. This concludes the three part series.) LOMATIUM Why you want it:  Lomatium is the go-to antiviral for influenza.  It’s much cheaper than Tamiflu, you don’t need a prescription, and it doesn’t have to be started within…
- 21 hours ago 15 Sep 19, 7:03am -

SurvivalBlog presents another edition of The Survivalist’s Odds ‘n Sods— a collection of news bits and pieces that are relevant to the modern survivalist and prepper from “JWR”. Our goal is to educate our readers, to help them to recognize…
- 21 hours ago 15 Sep 19, 7:02am -

“This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accus…
- 21 hours ago 15 Sep 19, 7:01am -

This is the birthday of James Wilson, a lawyer and signer of the Declaration of Independence. (1742 – 1798) Today is also the birthday of actor Clayton Moore (1914–1999). His name is almost synonymous with Lone Ranger. — SurvivalBlog Writing Co…
- 2 days ago 14 Sep 19, 7:04am -

When it comes to emergency preparedness and everyday carry, there is one name that stands above them all…. Glock. Doc and Drew talk Glocks for survival and EDC. The reasons for their choices and the backstory of how they settled upon Glock as the o…
- 2 days ago 14 Sep 19, 11:31am -

Why doesn’t everything that can run on solar power actually run on solar power? Solar is a universal energy source given that all the plants, oceans, and winds have rolled along just fine on solar energy for millennia with nothing more than a stead…
- 12 days ago 4 Sep 19, 12:00pm -

You know, it’s a pretty ballsy thing to take a beloved firearm that has attained world-over “hallowed” status and say, “You know what? I absolutely can make this thing way better.” It takes even MORE chutzpah to take that same sacred gun or…
- 21 days ago 26 Aug 19, 2:02am -

If only the speed and dexterity of camera tripods could extend to rifle stability. Ahh, but there is a saddle-like apparatus that snipers have been using for years. But the three drawbacks of the saddles include price (good ones exceed $300), weight…
- 28 days ago 18 Aug 19, 4:55pm -

Did you ever want to try to test your Bug Out Bag or your Bug Out Plan but did not know where to start or how to do it? Join us on this exciting podcast as Drew and guest Jarhead Survivor from SHTFBlog share with Doc the lessons they learned during a…
- 36 days ago 11 Aug 19, 10:39am -

Feel the need to make a homemade mosquito trap? Those mosquitoes will be in deep trouble with this easy-to-make DIY. RELATED: Homemade Mosquito Repellents | 3 Natural Recipes Homemade Mosquito Trap | Cheap Mosquito Solution Mosquito Soda Bottle Trap…
- 3 days ago 13 Sep 19, 2:00pm -

Know some of the histories and discover the best campgrounds in Mississippi for tourists to visit! RELATED: Ultimate Campgrounds Across America: USA’s “Must See” Campgrounds In this article: Some History Tishomingo State Park – Tishomingo Pus…
- 3 days ago 13 Sep 19, 2:00pm -

We know what you’re thinking. A tampon? But before you go getting all weird about this little device used by females each month, keep an open mind. This little gadget has multiple uses for survival. In addition, it is super convenient, small, light…
- 3 days ago 13 Sep 19, 8:00am -

Familiarize yourself with the different types of venomous spiders and learn to identify some of them for your own protection. RELATED: 10 Natural Ways To Repel Spiders In this article: Why You Should Look Out for Venomous Spiders How to Identify Veno…
- 4 days ago 12 Sep 19, 2:00pm -

If you're a true outdoorsman, you've got the outdoor survival skills to endure anything the great outdoors throws your way. So I have to ask… are you a true outdoorsman? RELATED: 19 “Old World” Primitive Survival Skills You’ll WISH You Knew B…
- 4 days ago 12 Sep 19, 2:00pm -

Written by Wild Bill on The Prepper Journal.Editor’s Note: I know, Summer is hardly begun, some kids still have a long Summer breaks in front of them while some return to school this week; but the time to start preparing for the upcoming hunting s…
- 52 days ago 26 Jul 19, 10:51am -

Written by Guest Contributor on The Prepper Journal.Editor’s Note: A guest contribution from Scott Huntington to The Prepper Journal. Before we had ovens, cooktops and microwaves, there was only one way to cook up some grub — over the fire. You…
- 53 days ago 25 Jul 19, 10:39am -

Written by Wild Bill on The Prepper Journal.Editor’s Note: Since their introduction steroids have received a lot of knee-jerk press, rumors and half-truths. While a complicated science, Kimberly Clark offers the following insight into their proper…
- 54 days ago 24 Jul 19, 10:53am -

Written by R. Ann Parris on The Prepper Journal.If you have a squash bug (SB) or squash vine borer (SVB) problem, it can be a big problem. Some areas have even greater trouble due to increased season length and mild winters. Despite SB’s greater v…
- 55 days ago 23 Jul 19, 10:22am -

Written by Guest Contributor on The Prepper Journal.Editor’s Note: A guest submission to The Prepper Journal from Raymond Poole. Raymond Poole is an organic cooking and gardening fanatic. He spends his free time trialing and testing different grow…
- 59 days ago 19 Jul 19, 10:56am -

My husband (Jim) surprised me with tickets to the Billy Joel concert in North Carolina last fall. Not only was I looking forward to the concert, but this also allowed me the perfect opportunity to put my situational awareness skills to the test. Situ…
- 44 days ago 3 Aug 19, 2:31am -

Freeze-dried food is one of the handiest types of food to have in your pantry. Not only can it be used in everyday cooking, but because it contains no moisture, it can last for years and years when stored in a cool, dry location. In this video lesson…
- 45 days ago 2 Aug 19, 1:50am -

I homeschooled my kids from kindergarten through high school, and this fall my daughter, our first born, heads off to college. I guess you could say I have a bit of experience when it comes to homeschooling kids. However, I do remember what it was li…
- 46 days ago 1 Aug 19, 2:20pm -

When it comes to serious coffee addictions, I think I’ve heard every joke there is. I don’t quite fall into that category myself, but when I was given a 3-pound bag of green coffee beans and asked my coffee-addicted friends to help me out, they j…
- 56 days ago 22 Jul 19, 10:00am -

  Tomato powder is hands down one of my very favorite products to have in my food storage. I love it because it’s: Inexpensive — especially when compared to things like tomato powder or tomato sauce Pure — just 100% tomatoes with no additive…
- 60 days ago 18 Jul 19, 7:00am -

Today its Friday so it’s time for the expert council show. To ask a question for a show like this, just send an email to me at jack at thesurvivalpodcast.com with “TSPC Expert” in the subject line. Today on The … Continue reading →
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 19, 8:06pm -

Every day I bring you an item on Amazon that I personally use or has been purchased by many members of the audience and I have researched enough to recommend. Today’s TSP Amazon Item of the day is Cholula Hot Sauce.  … Continue reading →
- 3 days ago 13 Sep 19, 1:17pm -

Today on The Survival Podcast, I take your calls on fasting, diet, cryptocurrency, silver and gold, rain catchment, composting and more. Remember to be on a show like this one just pick up your phone and call 866-65-THINK. The best … Continue readi…
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 19, 7:49pm -

Every day I bring you an item on Amazon that I personally use or has been purchased by many members of the audience and I have researched enough to recommend. Today’s TSP Amazon Item of the day is Frontier Whole … Continue reading →
- 4 days ago 12 Sep 19, 2:20pm -

Vin Armani is a philosopher, serial tech entrepreneur, and CryptoSavage. He is the founder and Chief Technology Officer of CoinText.io, an SMS-based cryptocurrency wallet available in over 40 countries. In addition to being a software developer, auth…
- 4 days ago 11 Sep 19, 8:43pm -

“Be prepared” is a pretty broad order. Prepared for what? How prepared are we talking about, here? If you are new to prepping and readiness as a component in your lifestyle, one of your first actions will probably be to take stock and compare you…
- 2 Jul 18, 10:20am -

Shotguns are perennially popular home defense firearms in the U.S. for several reasons. One reason is their easy availability, and cost effectiveness. A quality shotgun can often be had for significantly less coin than a rifle of equivalent grade.  …
- 1 Jul 18, 10:17am -

So, you’ve been researching how to prep for a SHTF or other disaster and the experts recommend that you have a bug out location or even better a prepper hideout or retreat. But what makes a good prepper hideout or bug out location? The answer is of…
- 30 Jun 18, 12:03pm -

The Ruger Mini-14 is one of America’s favorite general purpose semi-auto rifles. Possessed of light weight, nimble handling and classic styling, they remain a viable choice for anyone who for whatever reason does not want America’s other rifle, t…
- 29 Jun 18, 5:17pm -

One of the great joys and advantages of living today is the prevalence of books. Be they bound ink and paper or electrons on a screen, books can be invaluable references or moving, thought-provoking stories about the human experience. I am constantly…
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