The crossbow is one of those inventions that changed history. Prior to its invention, an archer might train for years before developed the strength and proficiency to be an effective warrior. With the crossbow a modicum of training could turn even the meanest peasant into a soldier. Additionally, through the use of mechanical cocking mechanisms, […]
“When people think about survival tools, chemicals are usually not one of the first things that come to mind. Potassium permanganate should though. Also known as KMnO4, Condy’s Crystals and permanganate of potash, Potassium permanganate is a jack of all survival trades. When it comes to survival, the more you know, the more you can […]
“Around 3 years ago here in New England we had a pretty serious winter ice storm that knocked my power out for around a week and in many close-by areas they were without power for 2 weeks. From that experience I realized I was woefully unprepared for winter. Sure, I had plenty of food and water storage, […]
No one wants to think that a disaster, natural or otherwise, will strike at home. But with the wild weather patterns that have popped up this year, now seems like a smart time to make sure your home is ready, just in case. We may not be able to predict the weather, but we can […]
“I am still receiving hate mail from the parents and teachers of all the kids I’ve shown how to make one of these nifty Sycamore whistles because they are incredibly LOUD. In fact they are so loud that they could be used in an emergency situation to attract attention from potential rescuers. The international distress […]
“Make your own Waterproof Maps by Printing directly on Plastic Film… garbage bag film. This is not simply laminating paper maps. The end result of this simple project is a 100% plastic map that is thinner, lighter, and more durable than paper. Sure, plastic paper can be purchased for printing water resistant maps however, it is expensive, and usually […]
“What do you do when survival is not guaranteed? You’re lost, stranded, injured miles from civilization—if you even know what direction civilization is. Chances are you haven’t taken a survival course, and all you’ve got to fall back on are your wits and fragments of received wisdom that you’ve gleaned from TV, movies and maybe […]
“We have been counseled to store a year’s worth of food and fuel where possible. The food I have but fuel is a whole other issue. I quickly realized that it was logistically impossible to store a year’s worth of any kind of fuel for a family as large as mine. Especially considering the types […]
“In 1978 I ran into a friend, Hugh Curran, at the coin-operated laundry in Ellsworth, Maine. He saw one of my handmade laundry baskets, and he remarked that it reminded him of a miniature version of the boats, or coracles, his uncle once had built in Ireland. They were used for salmon fishing on the rivers. […]
“This week in Utah we celebrate Pioneer Day. Pioneer Day is a state holiday commemorating the arrival of the first band of Mormon Pioneers to the Salt Lake Valley on July 24th, 1847. So in honor of those great pioneers of the past, here are thirteen skills that were everyday to them that you may […]