As smug as we may feel about our own prepping efforts, sometimes there is still a tendency to procrastinate a bit with one thing or another. I am not pointing…
Sometimes it is the simplest things that are overlooked. Case in point? The Family Emergency Plan. Here we are, so diligently putting away food, storing water and purchasing gear when…
Anyone who has been hanging out here for awhile knows that my little four legged friend, Tucker The Dog, is an important part of my family. He is my constant…
Problem solving is one skill that is common among all preppers. And face it. From time to time, we have all called the most ubiquitous items into action when we…
A big part of being prepared has to do with planning for the unexpected. That not only includes prepping for a natural disaster, but also coming up with a strategy…
Everyone likes to read about someone else’s mistakes so that they can learn from them. When you think about it, that is a great way to avoid common pitfalls and…
In a recent giveaway, the question asked was “What pioneer skill do you feel will be the most valuable following a disaster, collapse or other “stuff” hits the fan scenario?”. …
Have you ever been stuck somewhere with canned food but no can opener? Or perhaps you were prepared but your cheapie can opener broke? Now really, this is one area…
Today I want to focus on an item that people rarely think about unless they are surrounded by sickness, disease or a pandemic situation. I am referring to the common…
The information in this article, 15 Ways to Conserve Water, has been updated and incorporated into an all-new, enhanced article. Survival Basics: 16 Ways to Conserve Water In Your Home …
When it comes to essential oils, you will find that everyone has their favorites. There are so many to choose from that deciding which ones to use on a regular…
How many times have you experienced a setback in your life and felt angry, lost, disoriented and worse? From personal experience, I can tell you that the stress of it…
In recent months I have found myself shrugging in disgust as I browse the web and read the latest headlines. I mumble the words I used to say in the…
I have written many times about the importance of community and neighbors when it comes to long term survival. Last year I wrote: There is no question about it. I…
Have you ever been in a situation where you needed to do something but you did not have the right tool or gizmo to get the job done? In my…
People often ask where my ideas and where my knowledge comes from. When that happens, I chuckle a bit to myself because just like the person asking, my knowledge comes from a variety of sources: first hand experience, books, online forums and of course, Backdoor Survival readers. Here are some of those tips.