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You already know that you shouldn’t make a survival shelter under widow-maker trees, in a flood zone, below cliffs where falling rocks can hit you, or along wildlife trails. However, there are several more mistakes that can impact your comfort and safety when setting up a shelter. Here are the most common survival shelter location mistakes that even the experts make.1. Not Testing the GroundHave you ever set up your shelter, only to realize that there is a massive root jutting out of the ground …

When it comes to combat uniforms, the U.S. Military has strict protocols to follow that are based on functionality, research, and a long history of colors! The traditional camo we think of when studying military uniforms comes in many variations and has shifted over the years.The military is known for its rich history, especially when it comes to uniforms and attire. The classic camo pattern we all recognize has varied from branch to branch for decades. In this article, we will explore the histo …

Some of the most devastating emergencies that can strike you and your family come from nature itself. From hurricanes, floods, fire, ice storms, or mudslides — the elements can truly ravage your home and leave you in the midst of an unexpected medical emergency.That’s why it’s always a good idea to have a medical kit for disaster emergencies. With the right medical kit, you and your family can weather the storm and take care of any immediate injuries while waiting for the roads to clear so you c …

You should always be prepared for the worst so you’re never left scrambling during an unexpected emergency. There is a real difference between a good medical pack and one you simply buy off this shelf in a general store. Contrary to popular belief, the number of items in a kit is meaningless if they are all band-aids and household items. You want to focus on quality over quantity when selecting your medical kit. A good medical pack can help you treat and stabilize a real injury in the moment bef …

Furniture Store Vs. Commercial Metal Bunk Bed Sets: How They're Made & the Difference in QualitySo you’re interested in purchasing bunk beds and trying to make sense of the price variations, styles and stated weight limits? Bunk beds, like all furniture, can be manufactured using a variety of methods and materials. Commercial beds are much different from residential and have different variations from manufacturers. Metal bunk bed sets come in two variations. The first variation is as a bunk …

With icy temperatures and the threat of winter storms, winter can be a challenging time of year, even for an experienced survivalist. If you get stuck outside during the winter, the weather can go from uncomfortable to dangerous very quickly. It’s important to know how to take care of yourself for winter, including staying warm, eating and drinking, and building a proper emergency shelter.Here are our survival tips for success in the winter.Staying WarmThe most urgent and important thing during …

When adverse weather strikes, a pleasant day outdoors can quickly turn perilous. Sometimes you may have time to reach your car or find an indoor facility where you can sit out the storm. But what if you’re mountain climbing or miles into the forest? If you can’t reach an indoor shelter, you will need to know how to use the elements to create an outdoor emergency shelter. These tips will help you use your environment to build an emergency shelter for success, as well as provide best safety practi …

Master Chief here at 10,000 feet in the Colorado Rockies. In my 25 years as an elite operator, I learned a few things about staying warm in extremely cold environments. I still use these skills here today, in Colorado. Whether you're an avid hunter in the oil fields, a farmer out on the plains in the winter, or simply a patriot that wants to have some knowledge about surviving in the extreme, this knowledge will be valuable to you.Basics Of Layering Today we are going to discuss  …

Imagine all the everyday emergencies that can occur over the course of a road trip. Getting stuck in a storm, the car breaking down in the middle of nowhere, long waits in evacuation lines, just to name a few. Maybe some of these emergencies have already happened to you, and you wished that you had the right supplies to address them. In these situations, your vehicle also becomes your shelter.These situations likely will not call for SERE (survival, evasion, resistance, and escape), but you will …