Staying fit and sharp gives you a huge advantage for survival. You are less like to get injured, and if you do, often quicker to recover. Look at any animal living on earth today. Injure it and see how well it survives. Will it be able to find food. Make it to water. Can it recover and heal before the predators find it? It will be no different for you and your crew in a post SHTF event. Your ability to recover from injury while staying hidden until you are strong again could be what determines if you live. Photo: davide ragusa @davideragusa Consider you have a herniated disc in your lower ..read more

Photo: Lianhao Qu @lianhao Operational Security (OPSEC) is basically: "The ability to keep knowledge of our strengths and weaknesses away from hostile forces." A concept that should be of interest to survivalists laying plans, stocking provisions, and equipping for uncertain times. A classic error, in our opinion, are preppers who spend thousands of dollars and countless hours stocking up for the bit SHTF moment but then tell everyone they know about their preps. Anyone familiar with firearms should know that you don’t tell a lot of people about your firearms. Just like you wouldn’t brag abou ..read more

Do any one, two, or three of these for a week: Give up smoking Quit drinking alcohol Stop eating meat Don’t drive your car No coffee No internet No phone No lights - natural only Cold Showers only Run with weight Sleep outside Eat one meal a day Walk or bike everywhere you go… Good preparation for for days ahead. Cover Photo: the blowup @theblowup - The Northern Survivalist ..read more

Photo: Markus Spiske  @markusspiske Rucking, or ruck marching- military sized backpack or rucksack, carried over distances traveled by foot. The true skill of rucking comes with increasing the weight, the distance, the terrain difficulty, and the speed at which one moves. Rucking is a power workout done outdoors. Ruck marching offer a very practical advantage for survivors. The benefits of rucking as we see it: You commit to buying a good military grade / pro hunter backpack. (Mystery Ranch or Eberlestock) A bag big enough to carry all your bug out / wilderness camp / family grocery ..read more

Photo: S. Tsuchiya @s_tsuchiya Merriam-Webster Definition of stewardship: 1: the office, duties, and obligations of a steward 2: the conducting, supervising, or managing of something, especially : the careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care. Let’s think about that for a moment and consider how it applies to survival, survivalist, survivalism. Stewardship is a power word, with a depth of meaning behind it….”especially : the careful and responsible management of something entrusted to one's care.” What is entrusted to my care? My wife, my kids, my parents, mys ..read more

Tactical training is a type of military-style training that focuses on developing the skills necessary to operate in high-pressure, high-risk situations. It can include physical fitness training, weapons handling, hand-to-hand combat, situational awareness, tactical communication, and more. These skills are intended to prepare individuals for situations where their survival may depend on their ability to quickly and effectively respond to threats. For survivalists, tactical training can be particularly useful because it can help them prepare for scenarios where they may be forced to defend ..read more

In a survival situation, having the right weapons can make all the difference. While there are many types of weapons that could be useful in a survival scenario, here are ten of the most important and why we suggest them: 9mm handgun – A handgun is a versatile and lightweight weapon that can be used for self-defense and hunting small game. The 9mm is a popular choice due to its affordability, availability of ammunition, and ease of use. Shotgun – A shotgun is a powerful weapon that can be used for self-defense, hunting game, and even taking down larger animals. The shotgun's versatilit ..read more

Introduction Life or death survival situations can occur unexpectedly, and when they do, the human body and mind must adapt quickly to ensure survival. In these situations, certain human attributes become critical for survival. These attributes include resilience, adaptability, physical fitness, mental strength, resourcefulness, and teamwork. We will explore each of these attributes and why they are essential when facing life or death survival situations. Resilience Resilience is the ability to adapt to adversity and to recover quickly from difficult situations. In life or death survival s ..read more

Wild Berries native to North America and where to find them. Wild berries are a delicious and nutritious treat that can be found in abundance throughout North America north of 48 degrees latitude. These berries grow wild in open fields, forests, and along roadsides, and offer a tasty and healthy snack for those who are adventurous enough to find and harvest them. In this article, we will name and describe 12 edible wild berries found in North America, and provide tips on where, when, and how to find them. Wild Blueberries Wild blueberries grow in acidic soil in open woods, fields, and rock ..read more

Photo: Marko Blažević @kerber EDC, or Everyday Carry, refers to the items that people carry with them on a daily basis to assist them in their day-to-day activities. While most people carry common items such as wallets, keys, and cell phones, some people also carry less common items that can be incredibly useful in certain situations. In this article, we'll be discussing three uncommon EDC items and why you might want to consider carrying them. Paracord Bracelet A paracord bracelet is a piece of jewelry made from a length of paracord. This type of bracelet can be unraveled in an emergency ..read more