As I write, record cold temperatures are deep freezing the Midwest. There are stories everywhere about not being able to survive for even minutes out there! While much of it is internet hype, it’s obvious that cold weather does have… Continue Reading
Trangia Westwind Alcohol Stove Evaluation. Short version: IMNTBHO – This is a VERY GOOD BOB burner / stove. Using either Ever Clear grain alcohol or Denatured Alcohol from a paint store, it raised a quart of water from 69 degrees… Continue Reading
When we’re working inside, we wear what social need and mood dictate. When outside in rough weather, ‘clothing’ becomes ‘important gear’. Good boots and warm, water-shedding outerwear stand between you and injury or hypothermia. Good gear is not that hard… Continue Reading
Let’s be honest, camping means different things to different people. For the average camper or family getting away for some weekend camping, odds are you’ll be carrying a lot more gear and wanting something a little more luxurious. For the… Continue Reading
Salty’s Note: The following post on hardtack was contributed by WolfBrother, a long-time 3BY reader and a well known person in the online prepping community. Thanks for the information, WB! I’m sure he will answer any questions that you may… Continue Reading
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Everybody has personal disasters. Accidents happen, bones break, jobs are lost, houses burn down, expensive mechanical devices fail, financial troubles escalate, we get sick, and loved ones pass away. Personal disasters… or personal Stuff Hits The Fan (SHTF) moments… happen… Continue Reading
Facemasks & respirators are terms that are often used by people interchangeably, but they are actually two different things entirely, and it’s important to understand what each does effectively and when they should be used. This article is ONLY focusing… Continue Reading
Epidemic (also known as pandemic) disease is one of the more likely larger-scale disasters we might have to deal with. One common aspect of such outbreaks is the erection of barriers to free movement during epidemics. How well do these… Continue Reading
If we trusted that The Government would always take care of us, we wouldn’t be preppers. Crises make such trust particularly problematic. Is the Official Word downplaying the problem to reduce panic? Is the Official Word exaggerating the problem in… Continue Reading
Rolled oats are one of the greatest prep foods ever, and they are an important part of our food storage program. Easy to prepare, filling, healthy, gluten free… what’s not to love? Rolled Oats: A Prepper’s Secret Weapon As a… Continue Reading
NFPA signs: An example I went to our favorite “local” bulk foods general store today. As I pulled into town, I was starting to get a little concerned because the predicted freezing rain was hitting us a few hours early.… Continue Reading
Some winter weather preps are pretty obvious. Heat, that doesn’t rely on electricity. Light, ditto. Food and water. Emergency supplies in the car, in case you get stuck out on the road. First aid. Warm clothes. Got those covered? Great!… Continue Reading
The subject of “how much ammo should I stockpile?” comes up a LOT on prepper discussion boards, and it’s one that you hear many different answers to. Many times, you will see a wide range of answers with good arguments… Continue Reading
Now and again the ‘health crowd’ proclaims a new darling, ‘superfood’ that’s equal parts food and medicine. It’s touted as a cure for everything from asthma to zits. After the hype comes the research. Usually that’s where the new giant… Continue Reading