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Skilled Survival
2d ago
Best Silica Gel Desiccant Packs To Control Moisture
Some people call them desiccant packs, others silica gel packets, and still others moisture absorbers.
And they all do the SAME THING – they keep stuff dry.
And that’s why they’re a prepper’s secret weapon!
They help to keep all your food, gear, and supplies free from the corrosive nature of excess moisture.
So if you’re looking for information on the best desiccants – you’ve come to the right place.
Today I’m going to share everything I know about desiccants and keeping stuff dry, specifically:
What Is A Desiccant Anyway?
What Happens If Y ..read more
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2d ago
Best MREs For Long-Term Survival And Food Storage
Lots of non-perishables do not taste very good.
In fact, lots of survival food tastes like crap.
Why? Because foods with extreme shelf life are usually full of preservatives.
These foods don’t make for a great gourmet dining experience.
But some survival rations DO taste fairly good.
Some might even say they taste exceptional (especially relative to other non-perishable foods).
An MRE meal is one of the best, most nutritious, longest-lasting, and tastiest survival foods.
So we’re going to dive into MREs and how they can be used for emerge ..read more
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3d ago
Skilled Survival’s Step-by-Step Guide On How To A Make Hardtack
Maybe you’re trying to figure out what exactly hardtack is.
Or maybe you’re looking for the best step-by-step hardtack recipe?
You know, a hardtack biscuit recipe that will last many decades!
Either way, you’ve come to the right place.
Today, I will share everything I know about this amazing survival bread called hardtack. Including how to make hardtack at home:
What Is Hardtack – Brief History
Best Hardtack Recipe (ingredient list)
How To Make Hardtack At Home
Pemmican – Hardtack’s Meat Alternative
Bonus – ANZAC Biscuits R ..read more
Skilled Survival
3d ago
A Guide To Find The Best EDC Knife That’s Right for YOU
Knives get their greatness from their versatility.
I’m talking about simple functions like cutting, chopping, slicing, stabbing, whittling, carving, etc.
But these functions are essential for all sorts of everyday uses, such as:
Self-Defense
Cooking Prep
Skinning Game
General Utility (opening boxes)
Shelter Building
Entertainment (knife throwing)
And that’s why it’s so important to keep an Everyday Carry (EDC) blade with you at all times.
That’s why today I’m going to share everything I know about EDC knives:
Best EDC Knives On The Mar ..read more
Skilled Survival
3d ago
Looking For A Portable Solar Charger For Your Next Great Adventure?
You’re in the right place.
You see, there’s been a recent boom in portable solar phone chargers.
And their increasing popularity has taken the world by storm.
Why? Because they’re so incredibly useful for everyday needs, wilderness adventures, and emergencies.
These portable devices turn solar energy from the sun into usable electrical power.
Energy to power all your electronic devices while on the go.
Everyday carry gear such as:
Smartphones
Tablets
Cameras
GPS units
Flashlights
Headlamps
Rechargeable batteries
Etc.
The ke ..read more
Skilled Survival
4d ago
The Monkey Fist – A Badass Knot For Survival
There’s no telling when or where you’ll fall into a bit of trouble.
It could be while you’re walking home from a friend’s house late at night.
Or maybe it’s while you’re wandering around a town on vacation.
It could happen when you return to your car in a deserted parking lot.
Wherever you are or whatever you’re doing, you need a means of self-defense.
Something to protect yourself from an attacker. One who emerges from the shadows and demands your wallet or threatens your life.
There are many self-defense tools for such a situation.
pepper spray ..read more
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4d ago
Finding The Best Gun Cleaning Kits To Properly Maintain Your Firearms
Keeping your firearms clean SHOULD NEVER BE a matter of choice.
If you’re into firearms, you’ll keep them as clean as possible because it’s part of being prepared.
Being ready for anything.
It’s also a part of being a responsible gun owner.
It’s a matter of maintaining the effectiveness of your survival tools.
Whenever you shoot a gun, explosives, and heat are expelled through the barrel.
If allowed to remain, this debris can harm the status of your gun’s barrel and chamber.
First, this buildup can mess with the accuracy of ..read more
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4d ago
How To Identify, Grow, and Process Wild Lettuce For Survival
When someone first hears about Wild Lettuce, they usually begin asking questions.
The first two questions are usually “what the heck is wild opium lettuce?” and “why should I care”?
But, once you understand all the benefits of opium lettuce, more questions come to mind.
“Is it legal,” “how do you find it in the wild” and “how is it processed?”
That’s the goal of this article – to provide you with detailed answers to each of these questions.
Specifically, this article will cover the following topics.
What Is Wild Lettuce Anyway (Lact ..read more
Skilled Survival
5d ago
When folks first hear about Faraday Cages, they have an initial wave of basic questions…
What is a Faraday Cage?
Why should I care?
How do I get my hands on one?
What should I put in it?
Do they work?
You ask the first question because maybe you overheard someone else talking about one.
Perhaps you’re unsure what all the hype is about and want to know, “what is it”?
You ask the second question because once you know “what it is,” you’re still confused about why it matters to you.
But once you fully understand why it matters, the next question is, “how do I get one?” followed by, “what should ..read more
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5d ago
Finding The Best Credit Card Knife For You
Credit card knives are sleek, slender, sneaky, and serviceable.
They are affordable, easy to come by, and highly concealable.
Credit card knives – aptly named for their small shape – are very cool survival gadgets.
That’s why they’re becoming popular in the survival community.
It’s a survival tool that’s easy to your tactical wallet, bug out bag, get home bag, or survival first aid kit.
The bottom line is these knives are a useful gadget to add to your everyday carry gear.
So today, I’m going to cover the following topics:
Best Credit ..read more