Though it is assumed that the person who planned the Paris terrorist attacks last month has already been killed, authorities are still on the hunt to find more people who were involved in the murderous shooting spree. He was arrested in the Belgian city of Brussels and, so far, marks the 10th person who has
Source: Paris Terrorist Attack Has Yielded 10 Arrests so Far by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Assumed to be a part of natural selection for most creatures out there, optimal foraging theory (OFT) is pretty much the idea that animals will use as little energy as possible while looking for foodstuffs. By following the concepts discussed in OFT, you will help ensure your survival during hard times by saving your energy
Source: Recognizing Optimal Foraging Theory for Your Advantage by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Even if you have taken the time to get all your bug out bag’s clothes in order, there is still a tone of things that you will need to add to the bag before you should feel comfortable with what you’d be taking with you in case of an emergency. There are bug out bag
Source: Building a Bug Out Bag Checklist by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Gun control legislation going into effect in California next week will allow authorities to seize a person’s weapons for 21 days if a judge determines there is potential for violence. Proposed in the wake of a deadly May 2014 shooting rampage by Elliot Rodger, the bill provides family members with a means of having an
Source: And So It Begins – California Law Allowing Seizure of Guns without Notice Begins Jan. 1 by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
With all the mass shootings in recent times and an increased perceived threat of terrorism, there has been a massive increase in gun sales during this holiday season. Although the Christmas period is always a good one for gun manufacturers, possible near future changes to gun laws instigated by President Obama have led an increased
Source: Gun Sales Top Christmas Lists by Robert Holder via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
A diet pill by the name of Dinitrophenol – usually referred to as DNP – has recently killed a 25-year old female from Worthing, UK. Although the substance is easily available online, it has been deemed unfit for human consumption and shouldn’t be a part of anyone’s (including your) diet. The drawbacks are simply not
Source: This Diet Pill Has Proven Fatal by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
For those of you who like to file your annual taxes as early as possible, you will be able to have your taxes sent in come January 19, 2016. However, you can still e-file or mail your taxes to the IRS earlier than that, but your forms will just sit around until the 19th until
Source: Federal Filing for 2015 Taxes Begins Jan 19 by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Now that Christmas is over, and we’re waiting for the calendar to say 2016, why don’t spend some time and watch some good documentaries on Survival and Prepping? We’ve found some great documentaries that are freely (and legally) available online. Do you have any recommendations for free documentaries on prepping or survival? Add a comment
Source: 6 Free Survival Documentaries to Watch for the Holidays by Jeffrey Webb via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Imagine that you’re stuck in the wilderness – how would you find your way? The textbook answer is to use a map and a compass. If you have those, and know how to use them, you’re all set! But let’s say you didn’t bring those (I’m sure you will next time though, right?), what would
Source: How to Navigate and Find Your Way Back Without a Map or Compass by Jeffrey Webb via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
All the prepping in the world won’t help you if you aren’t fit enough to do what needs to be done in a survival situation. Here you’ll find articles that will show you how to get ready physically. Take on a Runner’s Diet to Stay Fit for Anything If you’re keeping up on your fitness
Source: All Of Our Best Prepper Fitness Posts by Shane Turner via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
These articles will teach you ways to take advantage of natural resources like rain and sun and put them to use both now and when you can’t rely on public utilities. Solar Ovens For Preppers – Tips & Tricks You Should Know Right now solar oven use is booming. They are becoming more and more
Source: Our Top Green Living Posts by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
You don’t need much of an imagination to realize that for as much effort and resources you’ve poured into your prepping, there will be others who failed to plan and want to take advantage of your hard work. Learn how to protect yourself, your family and your home. How To Use A Tactical Pen For
Source: All of Our Top Self Defense Posts by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
If you ever need to rely on your training and the prepping you’ve done to survive, you’ll be glad to have the survival knowledge you’ll find here. 7 Ways Plastic Bottles Can Save Your Life If you ever find yourself in a survival situation, there are several basics that you will need in order to
Source: Collection of Our Best Survival Tactics by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
If you’re new to prepping and aren’t sure where to start, we’ve got you covered. Check out these articles that will take you from newbie to ready in no time. Prepper Virgin? Here’s Some Great Ways to Get Started Having a preparedness plan is becoming more and more mainstream these days and you can already
Source: Just Getting Started With Prepping? Read These Articles First by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Unless you have come up with some ingenious way to hide your self-defense gun in time of an emergency like an attempted robbery or attack against your family, it might be put away a little too well. And, if you can’t get into wherever you have it stored in the blink of an eye, you
Source: Are Your Home Defense Firearms Stored TOO Well? by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
A new law that goes into effect come January 1, 2016 in California will make it mandatory that all airsoft and BB guns be marked with neon coloring. While this might be a burden for many of us who have BB and airsoft hobby or competitive guns, the change will hopefully mean less police shootings
Source: 2016 California Airsoft and BB Gun Law Change by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Now that Christmas is over, chances are good that you or someone you know has a shiny new electronic device. It’s hard to overstate the value of a working cell phone in a survival situation. From emergency communication and geo-location to working as a flashlight or acting as electronic library for volumes of survival information.
Source: The Best Emergency Chargers For Your Gadgets by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
These days you need batteries for pretty much anything. Yet many of people who ironically use them a lot have no idea how they function and treat them like some magic boxes. I believe it’s very important to have a basic understanding of how everyday use items work. Here is a very cool infographic explaining
Source: How Batteries Work by Randy Smith via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
A bow out of a PVC pipe? Yes indeed! Quite an interesting idea and it is surprisingly easy to make. Not to mention powerfull and effective. Looks pretty nice don’t you think? In order to make this bad boy, you will need a few items you most likely already have lying around. PVC Pipe It
Source: How To Make A PVC Pipe Bow by Randy Smith via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Being a prepared person is more than just stockpiling food and worrying about a disaster. It’s a lifestyle. And to be a truly prepared person it’s a really good idea to commit to some daily habits that keep you in the ready. I recently read a great post over at Survival Life about this and
Source: Daily Habits Every Prepared Person Should Do by Derick Love via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
If you have yet to go through the steps to make sure that you’re not sharing your data all over the internet after you updated your computer or laptop to Windows 10, you might want to head over to Windows Central and download the (free) eBook Preserving Your Pricavy in Windows 10. As nice as
Source: Protect Your Privacy after that Windows 10 Upgrade (Free eBook) by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
If you’re sick of banks around the country that support their (your) money with the imaginary concept that is money itself, you ought to look into the Texas Bullion Depository. Though it might end up having a direct impact against the federal reserve, its legality is upheld by the state’s House Bill 483 and will
Source: Gold-Backed Bank in Texas by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
According to the very highly regarded British Medical Journal, a zombie apocalypse spreading across the globe is actually a possibility. Mind you there are a handful of caveats, but the globalization of commerce and the inability for governments to work together will mean such a disease could spread super-fast and leave everyone fending for themselves.
Source: How the Zombie Apocalypse Could Actually Happen by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
If you’re sick of banks around the country that support their (your) money with the imaginary concept that is money itself, you ought to look into the Texas Bullion Depository. Though it might end up having a direct impact against the federal reserve, its legality is upheld by the state’s House Bill 483 and will
Source: Gold-Backed Bank in Texas by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
According to the very highly regarded British Medical Journal, a zombie apocalypse spreading across the globe is actually a possibility. Mind you there are a handful of caveats, but the globalization of commerce and the inability for governments to work together will mean such a disease could spread super-fast and leave everyone fending for themselves.
Source: How the Zombie Apocalypse Could Actually Happen by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Believe it or not, a Democrat state senator of Michigan is trying to get their stand your ground law abolished. If she can get her bill passed, it will be nearly impossible to be in the right as far as the law is concerned to defend yourself when someone is violently attacking you or a
Source: Is Michigan Going to Make Defending Yourself Illegal? by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Although it has yet to happen, a mass shooting on a jam-packed Los Angeles freeway could be one of the worst situations imaginable. Not only will people be stuck in potentially explosive vehicles, but they’ll have practically nowhere to run and first responders won’t have much recourse on getting to the shooting site. If the
Source: The Mass Shooting Nightmare Most People Haven’t Thought About by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
You know those little quizzes that flood your Facebook feed every day? You need to stop participating in them right away if you happen to hold your privacy in any kind of regard. Companies and groups (both legit and malicious alike) use them to collect any and all information from not only what’s publicly available
Source: Those Facebook Quizzes are Destroying Your Privacy by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
It might be hard to hear, but the title here says it all. Staying aerobically fit while keeping fat on your body means you’re more likely to die a young death. Even people who can’t run three feet to save their lives but are nominally thin will statistically live longer. WASHINGTON — We are
Source: “Fit but Fat” is a Dangerous Lie People Tell Themselves by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
If you’re keeping up on your fitness on any level, good on you. However, if you’re really into keeping healthy in preparation for whatever might come your way, you’ll want to be able to maximize your endurance as much as possible. To get started on that type of fitness, there are some things you should
Source: Take on a Runner’s Diet to Stay Fit for Anything by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
One thing that you have to keep in mind as someone who preps for anything is that, even during the holidays, you should be at the top of your game. This means controlling stress levels, and it has been shown that keeping your weight down is the single most important factor to keeping a clear
Source: Nutrition and Fitness to Control Your Holiday Stress by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
There are a ton of investing opportunities available if you just keep an open mind about where the property actually is. Having an interstate property can be fairly lucrative passive income, and this piece (which is based in Australia) gives some great tips to managing property out of state. Stop giving money to the 1%
Source: Investing in Out of State Property by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Since we’re coming up real quick on the end of the year here, I know that a lot of you have been putting a ton of energy into the holidays (no matter what denomination of whatever religion or non-religion you may or may not follow, well, religiously). However, you should really be thinking about the
Source: Are Your Charitable Donations Really Helping Your Taxes? by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
According to writer CNBC Krysia Lenzo, there’s a really good chance that gas prices are going to drop even further before year’s end and into January. That being the case, there hasn’t been a better time to stock up if you also happen to have a reliable way to keep your gas fresh for years.
Source: Gas Prices to Drop Even Further? by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
2015's been a crazy year. The world is forever changing - sometimes for the better, and other times for the worse. And all we can do is prepare ourselves for survival in any future circumstance, while prospering and thriving today. ReadyTribe is here to help people do both things. Over the last few month's our
Source: The Year’s 10 Best Survival Gear Reviews on RT by Derick Love via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
They have names like Stingray, Windjammer, and Radiance, price tags that range in the low six figures and are appearing on an increasing number of police department wish lists. Like other former military technology, these tech gadgets are finding their way into communities across the United States and into the hands of local police departments.
Source: Mail Order Cell Phone Spying by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
I think they need to bring back that MTV show “Cribs.” But this time, it can’t be about wasteful rich assholes showing off 100 cars, 45 bedrooms and 27 bathrooms that aren’t even theirs. It needs to be all about survival. And I’m sure this Texas home (pictured on left) would be in the first
Source: The Million Dollar Prepper Paradise by Derick Love via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
When shit hits the fan and we all apparently bug-out, just what kind of prepper will you be? I don’t mean will you have the skills (and the balls) to make it in a scary new world. I mean how will you live your life in that world? Will you be the selfish type (“hey,
Source: Just What Kind of Prepper are YOU? by Derick Love via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
A ready home is a happy home. But how ready is your house for what may happen? If you’re like most American’s then the answer is likely “not very ready.” And if you’re a part of this survive and thrive culture like we are. You’re always on the lookout for opportunities to make your life
Source: Most Preppers Are Missing This Huge Opportunity to Ready Their Homes by Derick Love via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
If you live in California, there’s a good chance you’ve come across solar panels on house rooftops. The new clean energy trend has rooftop panels blooming across the state. And that’s had the monopolistic power companies huffing and puffing about how much less money they’re making. Especially since they already think the rate at which
Source: Big Win For Californians Who Generate Solar Energy by Derick Love via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Over the past few years, there has been a run on gun sales in the country. Blame Obama, terrorists, or your everyday criminal if you want. I chose to think that guns are a great hobby to have, as well as an excellent tool to keep around should someone decide it is time for you
Source: Hidden Gun Storage Solutions That Are Cool and Practical by Christopher Koga via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Joe Robinet shows you how to make a simple campfire pothanger for campfire cooking, or water boiling.
Source: Building a Simple Pothanger by Jacob Mueller via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Joe Robinet shows you how to make a simple campfire pothanger for campfire cooking, or water boiling.
Source: Building a Simple Pothanger by Jacob Mueller via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
So do you have a set of old tire rims sitting around in your front yard, next to that old couch and car that’s up on blocks? Well guess what, you can turn those rims into an awesome outdoor, wood burning stove that’s perfect for taking on the next camping trip or even using at your
Source: DIY Outdoor Stove Made From Tire Rims? by Roger Steele via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Duct tape is an incredibly useful tool when it comes to a survival scenario, but something that easily competes with the tape in usefulness is a shovel. What’s great is that survival shovels take up shockingly little space and can have a surprisingly large selection of tools integrated into the shovel’s design itself. Often, these additional
Source: Don’t Forget a Shovel! by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Regardless of if you are in nature and taking on the challenge of survival as a hobby or some catastrophe has landed you in that kind of situation, there’s one thing you need to bring along over anything else that might be in your emergency supplies. That “thing” is knowledge. In particular, you will want
Source: The Most Important Thing to Bring on a Survival Trip by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
We all know salt has a great many uses so here at Ready Tribe, we decided to put together a list of some of the more alternative uses of salt and we came up with this list of 17 unusual ways to use salt. If you can think of anymore after you read our list,
Source: 17 Unusual Uses For Salt by Robert Holder via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
When in a survival situation, you will likely want to keep your actions as stealthy as possible to avoid attracting any unwanted attention. However, looking for food in your attempts at survival can lead to exposing yourself much longer than you would like. A great solution to this issue is to get some mechanical fisher’s
Source: Set and Forget Fishing Great for Covert Survival by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
With tensions between the U.S. and Russia seemingly heading toward another cold war and, possibly, a full-on war, Russia’s soldiers will possibly have a huge advantage over American military: Lifelong experience with firearms. Where only a handful of U.S. citizens have the kind of skills needed to teach about firearms, the kids in this video
Source: Russian Students Demonstrate a Priceless Gun Skill by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Most people seem to think that the only thing worth remembering about using a hunting knife is to keep the pointy end away from you. However, much like firearms safety, there are a number of things you need to know about to minimize risk of injury from one of these incredibly useful blades. Want
Source: Proper Hunting Knife Usage Guide by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Although most preppers start off their collection of supplies by following a prepping guide of some sort, they often end up adding more and more to the list. Although the spreadsheet shown by The Prepper Journal (linked below), you should highly consider keeping a full inventory of everything you have that is specifically for your
Source: Track Your Supplies for More Effective Prepping by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Building a shelter is an absolute must for those of us who like to rough it, and this usually means pitching a tent. However, some people prefer to make a shelter mostly out of what’s available in the immediate area or when in a situation where they are stuck in nature without a way out.
Source: Build an Emergency Shelter in the Desert by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Already proven to be one of the most effective ways to keep a gunshot victim’s blood in his or her body, the XSTAT 30 has been cleared by the FDA. As far as emergency preparedness is concerned, this is something every prepper’s first aid kit should have. You’ll have to do some deep research to
Source: Injectable Invention a Literal Lifesaver for Gunshot Victims by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
As prepared as you might feel in your home when it comes to a catastrophic event, your bug-out bag might be a little lacking. Even if your bushcraft is at the top of its game, there is some types of clothes you need to get stuffed into you and your family’s bug-out bags before it’s
Source: Clothing Essentials for Your Bug-Out Bag by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Rudy Reyes is an ex recon marine that shows us how to survive when SHTF in an urban environment. I found the movie really interesting and I encourage you guys to check it out. Lots of cool stuff to learn. US Marine shows how to survive in an urban environment Rudy Reyes,a recon marine demonstrates
Source: US Recon Marine on How to Survive in an Urban Environment by Randy Smith via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Staying prepared is all about experience and knowledge. Experience is something you have to go out and get yourself — nothing beats good old trial and error. Being just “book smart” won’t help you survive when SHTF. It’s important to get some basic knowledge first though. When it comes to knowledge, you can find many
Source: Free Prepper Resources and Ebooks by Jeffrey Webb via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
If you live in Highland Park, IL, and were hoping to sometime soon get your hands on an assault rifle, there is some bad news. The Supreme Court pretty much didn’t even listel to the argument, which had a goal of removing the ban against assault weapons and high-capacity magazines. The speed in which they
Source: Supreme Court Upholds Assault Weapons Ban in Highland Park by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
6 Excellent Articles About Camping Read these great articles packed full of tips, tricks and guides about camping written by our very own Ready Tribe members. Discover foods you should take with you, how to stay warm, and some excellent camping recipes. Top 8 Camping Foods You Should Always Have When people think of camping,
Source: 6 Great Camping Articles by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Here’s one of the more impressive bushcraft videos we’ve seen lately. It’s not often we’ll stop and watch something more than once but this one is worth it. Starting with minimal tools? Check Using only native materials? Check Creating a structure that will stand the ravages of time and weather? Check Using techniques that will
Source: Next Level Jungle Bushcraft by Paul Stevens via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Joe Robinet walks you through the build on a natural shelter, and spends a night in front of a long fire.
Source: Natural Shelter Construction by Jacob Mueller via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
We just came across this cool preparedness guide from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government. This will teach you everything, from making an emergency lantern with a bottle, turn a pair of pants into a backpack, how to survive an earthquake and lots of other useful stuff. Even simple stuff such as basic first aid, emergency supplies
Source: Free 340 Pages Disaster Preparedness Manual by Jeffrey Webb via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Following the recent attacks in Paris, The House of Representatives voted to tighten restrictions for visitors to the United States. These restrictions would apply to citizens of the 38 nations that can generally travel to the country without obtaining a visa first, via the Visa Waiver program. The bill passed by 407 to 19. This
Source: Visa Requirements For US Visitors Might Tighten by Jeffrey Webb via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
What’s behind the oil price drop? Oil prices are at their lowest levels since 2009, and could drop further. Cheap energy and gas is something most of us can appreciate, but what will low oil and gas prices mean in the long term for people and governments? Will it threaten green energy? Is it all
Source: Oil Prices Are At New Lows – Should You Worry? by Jeffrey Webb via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
How Does A Ram Pump Work? Ram Pump Part 1: Introduction Ram Pump Part 2: Assembling Ram Pump Part 3: Installing Ram Pump Part 4: Inner Workings
Source: DIY Water Pump Ideal for Preppers by Randy Smith via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Should we ban those placed on the “no fly list” from buying a firearm? Some would say they saw this coming from a mile away. On Thursday Dec. 10 Connecticut Gov. Dannel Malloy announced plans to issue an executive order barring anyone listed on federal terrorist watch lists from purchasing a gun in the state.
Source: Should People On No Fly List Be Banned From Buying Guns? by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
About 150 cellphones bought in Missouri at six different Walmarts has prompted an investigation by the FBI. The cellphones were bought by three men, believed to be from the Middle East, which alerted the FBI, according to The Blaze. The large number of cellphones were bought at six different stores. A large portion of the
Source: 150 Cellphones Bought At Walmart After Dozens Of Propane Tanks Go Missing In Missouri by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
When riot police descended on protesters in Ferguson, Missouri, last year sporting assault rifles and armored vehicles, the images sparked an awareness of the military technologies and tactics authorities have adopted over the past decade. Many of these tools have quietly become regular components of day-to-day policing. And just as with social networks and cell
Source: Company Creates Anti-Surveillance Gadgets To Level The Playing Field by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Following recent attacks in Paris and San Bernardino, encryption and privacy vs. public security has once again become the subject in DC. Though there are no signs that the attackers even used encrypted messaging services to communicate (in fact they seem to have communicated with just plain old text messages) If you want to read
Source: FBI Chief James Comey Asks Companies to Stop Offering End-to-End Encryption by Jeffrey Webb via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
It’s hard to believe that 2015 is almost over. There were a lot of great posts out there to help both seasoned preppers and newbies become more ready and self-reliant. Based upon the number of times articles were shared, we’ve put together a list of the top 20 posts for preppers from 2015. I hope
Source: Top 20 Posts for Preppers in 2015 by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Survivalist Ray Mears demonatrates how you can make a fishhook from natural materials. Take a look:
Source: Making a Fishhook from Natural Materials by Jacob Mueller via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Or Redefining Value Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution – Clause 1. The Congress shall have Power To lay and collect Taxes, Duties, Imposts and Excises, to pay the Debts and provide for the common Defence and general Welfare of the United States; but all Duties, Imposts and Excises shall be uniform throughout the
Source: Death of The Dollar by John Thomas via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
A particularly dangerous superbug, dubbed the “phantom menace” by scientists, is on the rise in the United States, according to a report Thursday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. This superbug’s strains belong to the family of bacteria known as CRE, which are difficult to treat because they are often resistant to most antibiotics.
Source: Newly Identified Antibiotic-Resistant Superbug Called Our Most Urgent Public Health Threat by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
It’s officially winter in only two weeks. But for much of the country and the world, winter is already showing it’s ugly head. The weather is getting frigid and cold and there’s nothing but fluffy white snow and slick ice on the ground. And the temperatures will continue to drop. What if you’re stranded outside
Source: Layering Up – How To Stay Warm in Winter Weather by Derick Love via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Today, U.S. Presidential hopeful Donald Trump made a pretty surprising speech to most people that were paying attention. The “Apprentice” star called on the United States to bar the entry of all people who are Muslim until the fat cats in Washington can “figure out what is going on.” Many people in the media are
Source: Donald Trump Wants to Stop all Muslims From Entering US by Derick Love via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
It’s a little known fact that the American and Canadian electrical grids are fickle beasts that aren’t that well protected. It doesn’t really matter if it’s a cyber attack, a real attack, a solar flare, snowstorm or heat-wave (or even just buggy software) – there’s always a risk of the power going out. If you’ve
Source: Everything You Need To Survive When The Lights Go Out by Derick Love via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
There’s no doubt in anyone’s mind – IS has been increasing their attacks on western targets around the world. The terror group is amping up and plotting terror attacks all over. And in what seems to be a baffling move – the Canadians are pulling out. Stephane Dion – Canada’s minister of Foreign Affairs –
Source: Canadians Pulling Out of Fight Against IS by Derick Love via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Schrade’s SCHF9 Ultimate Survival Knife is a serious beast. It’s rugged, durable, hard-working, and frankly pretty darn attractive. Holding the knife in your hand gives you a serious itch for cutting, chopping, and splitting jobs that need doing. It gives you the sense of confidence and readiness that you need in a good survival
Source: The Schrade SCHF9 Up Close And Personal by Dewayne Johnson via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
From a simple scraped knee to a broken bone, one thing is for sure: Accidents happen. But you can be prepared by adding a few items to your home care arsenal. You can buy prepackaged first aid kits, but in some cases you may be better off buildin. Head to your local pharmacy to pick up
Source: 15 First Aid Kit Supplies You Must Have by Roger Steele via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Winter is a beautifull season. Most people think about gifts and Santa drinking some hot choclate. However some of us feel the need to be prepared as well. It’s no secret that of all the seasons if SHTF, winter will be the hardest to survive. How to Stay Warm and Flexible in the Winter Learn
Source: Staying Warm During the Winter by Randy Smith via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Earlier this month, there was heavy backing in the house of representatives of a GOP bill to increase refugee screening for the large influx of Iraqi and Syrian refugees coming into the US. A number of democrats decided to back the bill including Rep. Stephen Lynch (D., Mass.), a Democratic lawmaker. Following the vote, Lynch went
Source: Democratic Lawmaker Claims 72 Department Of Homeland Security Employees on US Terrorist Watch List by Robert Holder via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
For various reasons you may need to travel with firearms. It should be a simple thing, but the laws on transportation of firearms, even interstate, can be complex. In this article we will take a look at what you need to do if you wish to travel with firearms, either between states or internationally —
Source: Traveling with Firearms – What You Need to Know by Jeffrey Webb via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Assembled from a center riser and two limbs, the versatile takedown bow is easily transportable and affordable. The bow can be packed and stored in a smaller area than a regular full-size recursive bow. Changing the limbs enables archers to alter the characteristics of the weapon. The three separate pieces typically weigh more than a
Source: Martin Saber Takedown Bow Review by Jacob Mueller via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Any serious project requires some type of screws. If you want something that will last, just a rope and knot is not enough. We believe every serious prepper should have a basic understanding of screw types. It’s the type of thing that you would need for any DIY project you plan on doing around the house.
Source: Screws 101 by Randy Smith via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
It’s terrible to even think about the next mass shooting, isn’t it? I’m not trying to politicize this issue – the politicians are already doing a good job of that. I also don’t mean any disrespect to the families of those who have lost loved ones in the San Bernardino shootings, or any of the
Source: Are You Ready For The Next Mass Shooting? by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Well if you were under any misconception that the Cold War wasn’t heating back up, this will make you feel all warm and fuzzy. The Russians have just tested their new flying doomsday command center, based on a Ilyushin Il-80 aircraft. It has the capability of running the country’s armed forces in the event of World War
Source: Russia Successfully Tests Nuclear Doomsday Flying Command Center by Roger Steele via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
If you ask anyone where the next big earthquake is likely to occur, 99% of the time the response will be California, or maybe some other nation on the so-called “Ring of Fire”. But would you believe that Oklahoma has the most seismic activity of any of these locations. According to the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, which
Source: A Big Earthquake Is Coming…And It’s Not Where You Think! by Roger Steele via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Today, the George Washington University Center for Cyber and Homeland Security released a report entitled ISIS in America: From Retweets to Raqqa which provides an incredibly detailed analysis of the ISIS threat within our borders. From the way that they use social media to recruit and indoctrinate new converts to they way that the newly
Source: ISIS in America – How ISIS is Recruiting and Radicalizing Americans To Join Them by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Performing CPR is a last resort option. However, we need to be prepared. It’s pretty easy to understand how to do it. However in the heat of the moment you need to already know all the steps of the procedure. Like all SHTF situations, having some proper understanding and training before can be the difference
Source: Save Your Pet With CPR by Randy Smith via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Do you own guns? We don’t want a child or an unknown person having easy access to your guns. Some states even require you by law to store your weapons in a safe place. Regardless if the law requires it or not you owe it to yourself and your family by keeping you weapons in
Source: Biometric Gun Safes – Reviews and Our Top Picks by Randy Smith via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Karambit Knife The karambit knife or simply karambit is a short-bladed weapon that originated in Indonesia. Modeled after the claw of the tiger, it consists of a short curved handle approximately the length of a man’s palm and a curved blade that varies from a few inches to up to six inches long. Practitioners of
Source: Karambit Knife Self Defense – Neutralize An Attacker With A Karambit by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Pests can make an outdoor experience turn into a negative one quickly, but there is no need to head indoors when the insects are buzzing. While there are commercial insect repellents available, these concoctions often contain ingredients that naturally-minded people do not want to spray on themselves or their family members. Fortunately, there are natural
Source: Natural Insect Repellents by Jacob Mueller via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Planning on doing a little Black Friday shopping this year? If you happen to live in Arkansas, Tennessee, Alabama, Louisiana or Missouri, you might just be in for more than you bargained for (get it? Black Friday. Bargains. I’ll show myself out in just a moment). Apparently these states are those that you’re most likely
Source: Lookin’ for a Fight? Head to One of These States on Black Friday by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
While a large majority of the 600,000 deaths linked to extreme weather have taken place in impoverished areas around the world, you shouldn’t let that rule out wherever you live as the next location where a violent storm strikes. And with things like the Super El Nino beating on California’s doors and the recent state
Source: 600,000 Deaths from Weather Last 20 Years by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Have you ever heard of the TV show Gold Rush? I’ve never watched it but apparently it’s main star is about to get a brand new show and… that’s right.. it’s all about survival. Todd Hoffman, the star of Gold Rush, and his family will be the stars of the new “prepper” show called Family
Source: New “Prepper” Themed TV Show Coming Soon? by Derick Love via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Indiana Gov. Mike Pence on Tuesday said he stands by his decision to suspend the resettlement of Syrian refugees in the state, a day after the American Civil Liberties Union filed suit against him for the order. The lawsuit, filed Monday by the American Civil Liberties Union of Indiana and ACLU national on behalf of
Source: Indiana Governor Mike Pence Balks At ACLU Lawsuit Over His Decision To Bar Syrian Refugee Resettlement In Indiana by Shane Turner via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Unnecessary Measures For Promoting Growth And Healthy Live Stock Could Be Putting Our Future Generations At Risk Its become a common practice in the Livestock Industry to feed antibiotics to healthy animals. This is a preemptive measure that promotes growth and decreases the potential of the spread of disease among the animals. This sounds like
Source: The Next Pandemic Could Take Out An Entire Generation by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
9/11, 7/7, Boston and of course the two recent and deadly attacks in Paris – it’s starting to feel like we’re not as safe as we think. And apparently a lot of people are feeling exactly that way. Urban survival is a skill that seems more and more like a necessity for all, not just
Source: Urban Survival Courses Seeing Rise In Sign-Ups by Derick Love via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
When people think of camping, and camping foods, individuals end up getting some type of image in their head based on the style that they prefer. There are those folks who see their family sitting in chairs under their RV awning. There are those who picture a tent in the middle of the woods. And
Source: Top 8 Camping Foods You Should Always Have by Christopher Koga via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
In this video, you’ll learn how to make the “Swedish Fire Torch”, which is perfect for quick cooking. It’s small, well contained, and burns very hot – if you need a quick cooking fire on your next trip, give this one a shot.
Source: How To Make the Swedish Fire Torch by Jacob Mueller via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Everyone knows prison is hard. Combine this with the lack of things to do, some inmates have no choice but to adapt in order to gain the upper hand. Some prisoners got very creative over the years creating even shotguns (yes shotguns!) from the limited tools they have at their disposal or radios. Like
Source: 5 Lethal Weapons Made in Prison by Randy Smith via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
How many “Idiots” are in your survival group? For now, Americans have the right to own guns. This is a major topic for any prepper. And when #SHTF there is no doubt that owning guns lends some peace of mind for personal safety and protection. If you are organizing a community preparedness group that involves
Source: Idiot Proofing your Preparation by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Survival means being able to hold your own no matter what the situation. It’s not just about the zombie apocalypse or when SHTF politically. It’s about mother nature taking her frustrations out on the world, too. There have been a ton of wildfires in the United States – by September of this year 8 million
Source: Wildfire Preparedness – How To Survive by Derick Love via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
For years we’ve been listening to scientists around the world tell us how the melting of the polar ice caps due to global warming would cause a catastrophic rise in ocean levels. If sea level were to rise only 1 foot, major coastal cities would be flooded and lost. Low lying island chains would disappear and it would be
Source: Polar Ice Melt May Not Cause The End Of The World Afterall by Roger Steele via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
ISIS is all over the news and on everyone’s mind. The groups claiming attacks all over the world and many in the US don’t think we’re handling the situation correctly. Everyone’s got a different take on what should be done about one of the most significant terror threats to the world since Al-Qaeda. We’ve got
Source: How Each 2016 US Presidential Candidate Would Handle ISIS by Derick Love via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Camping can be a great experience for both the young and old and one of the best ways to enhance that is through the food you eat while you are out. With that in mind, I put together this list of 5 easy camping recipes for you to try on your next trip. Keep in mind,
Source: 5 Easy Camping Recipes For A Great Family Getaway by Christopher Koga via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Are you planning a trip for Christmas or Thanksgiving, maybe a drive to see friends and family? According to a recent article in CNN “Some 43.6 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles from home for the Thanksgiving holiday“. Some of these will be flying, but still most people choose to drive.
Source: Going away for the holidays? Here’s what you need to keep in mind by Jeffrey Webb via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Survival skills will only get you so far when you are in the outdoors and forced to survive on your own. While having knowledge and skills about how to survive in the wilderness will help, you must also be mentally prepared to succeed. People lost in the wilderness experience feelings of helplessness, fright, and anger
Source: Maintain The Right Type Of Mindset When Your Survival Depends On It by Dewayne Johnson via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Today more than ever there are apocalyptic programs on television such as “Walking Dead” and “Doomsday Preppers“. If you’ve begun to consider a serious stand on the matter, you will stand within one of two basic sides: That of the survivalist or prepper. Although there are specific distinctions between the two schools of thought, there
Source: Survivalist Verses Prepper: Where Do You Stand On The Controversy? by Dewayne Johnson via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Gov. Jay Inslee declared a state of emergency Wednesday in Washington state after days of rain and a powerful storm Tuesday killed three people, cut power to more than 350,000 residents and flooded rivers. Learn the secret to never worrying how long you’ll be without power when the next storm hits The winds on Tuesday
Source: Washington state governor declares state of emergency after storm kills 3, leaves thousands without power by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Image from SierraNewsOnline.com California residents at this point in time should be pretty well versed in the need to prepare for natural disasters. From earthquakes to wildfires to flooding and landslides, The Golden State is no stranger to the potential wrath of Mother Nature. Typically California disasters strike with little early warning time. Be it the
Source: Super El Nino Bears Down On California by Paul Stevens via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
It’s hard to believe that Christmas is only a month away, but with that in mind, it’s time to start shopping for the prepper on your Christmas list. And to make your holiday shopping just a little easier, we’ve put together our Top 5 Must Buy items for your properly prepared spouse. If you have
Source: 5 Christmas Gifts Any Prepper Will Love by Roger Steele via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
So much for that narrative. Social media has exploded recently with arguments for and against bringing in Syrian refugees with less than standard screening methods to expadite their removal from harms way. Sides are split, with many people convinced (rightly so, it seems) that ISIS will be sending operatives inside US borders hidden in these
Source: Report: 5 Syrians With Stolen Greece Passports Arrested In Honduras En Route To US by Paul Stevens via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
The suspected ringleader of the Paris attacks was killed Wednesday in a massive predawn raid by French police commandos, two senior European intelligence officials said, after investigators followed leads that the fugitive militant was holed up north of the French capital and could be plotting another wave of violence. More than 100 police officers and
Source: Suspected architect of Paris attacks is dead by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
The widespread national conversation regarding prepping has been going on for a couple years now – it wasn’t that long ago where only preppers themselves were the only people who knew about this lifestyle. However, as more people understand the risks in our world and that it’s probably not going to take much for the
Source: Is Prepping Going to be Illegal? by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Although he has yet to point out any specific laws he might try to pass, President Obama has noted that he would like gun control to be the dominant issue for him in 2016. You would think that with all the craziness happening in the United States and abroad that he would have much more
Source: Obama Wants to Push for More Gun Control in 2016 by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Though it might seem like any conversations about “going green” means having to make drastic changes to your lifestyle, there are actually a number of things you can do this fall to lessen your impact on the environment while not destroying your standard of living. These include small things like canning fruits and veggies from
Source: Going Green this Autumn Doesn’t Have to be a Burden by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Especially in the wake of terror events like that which happened in Paris late last week, governments around the world take steps to make their citizens feel safer. We can’t allow this to keep happening, though – the NSA is already overreaching into our privacy, let’s not let them get deeper into our lives than
Source: Feeling Secure is not Worth Giving Up Your Privacy by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Using a well-made quality air rifle can be an awesome experience. There is no better time than today to find which air rifle is the best. Models these days are more accurate and powerful than the older models 15 years ago but they do make a bit more noise. Air rifles are great for shooting small pests
Source: What’s The Best Air Rifle? by Randy Smith via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Just in time for the holidays, ReadyTribe is giving you a chance to win a ESEE Knives 6PB Black Powder Coated Blade Model 6 Plain Edge Fixed Blade Knife with Black Linen Micarta Handles with Black Sheath We’re excited about this giveaway and think you will be too. This knife is a workhorse and will
Source: Win An ESEE 6P-B Survival Knife by Mark Taylor via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Like many revolutionary ideas, the invention of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) piping is not without controversy because no fewer than three men claim to be product’s inventor. You can thank all three because each one improved upon the previous iteration. The first father of PVC was German chemist Eugen Baumann, but he failed to get a
Source: 13 Survival Uses for PVC by Roger Steele via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
Buckets have been an important part of human history since ancient times. They have helped build everything from sand castles to skyscrapers. They are cheap and easily attainable. It may even be possible to get them for free from restaurants, grocery stores and other places that have an excess supply. When it comes to bucket
Source: 15 Cool Uses for Plastic Buckets by Roger Steele via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
In a recent 2015 hearing, “The EMP Threat: The State of Preparedness Against the Threat of an Electromagnetic Pulse Event”, Peter Pry warned that this weapon — in the wrong hands — could kill 9 out of 10 Americans “through starvation, disease, and societal collapse.”. We’ve all heard statements such as these before … and
Source: EMP Weapons – They might be more real than ever! by Jeffrey Webb via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
No matter which side of the environmental awareness and climate change debates you might be on the side of, one thing is pretty much guaranteed: You are very likely more driven by emotion than facts. Even when we hear things like the fact that there’re way more trees on earth than were once expected, both
Source: Emotion, Not Facts, Guiding Environment Debates by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
As outdoor survivalists, we are used to an inherent sense of danger simply based on what the hobby (or lifestyle, depending on your level of commitment) is. However, there are a few things that could leave you in far more danger than you need to be in, and they are completely preventable with just a
Source: These 5 Outdoor Survival Missteps Could Leave You Dead by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
If you live in Minnesota and have more than a general interest in firearms, safety and outdoor survival methods, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Division of Enforcement Volunteer Instructor Team could really use your expertise. As the courses you would teach are free of charge to the public, there’s no pay involved in signing
Source: Teach Firearms and Outdoor Survival in Minnesota by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
A prepper comes from a need to survive. A prepper is someone who thinks that a disaster or catastrophic emergency may occur in a moments notice. Additionally, it may occur at some point during his or her lifetime. In response to this belief preppers make active preparations for the unknown. And how do they do it? By
Source: Beef Jerky Recipe by Gregg Hammon via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
In this article we will look at how you can choose the best hydration pack (many people call these Camelbak, regardless of the brand). Many people don’t see the need for a hydration pack — a regular backpack and a water bottle has been cutting it for years, so why fix it if it ain’t
Source: The 101 on Hydration Packs – My Review of CamelBak by Jeffrey Webb via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
While some winter campers drive to cabins equipped with all the comforts of home, others haul their gear on snowmobiles or backpack into the wilderness. The snow offers a peaceful beauty of a pristine winter wonderland free from crowds. You can experience the serene countryside as the snow glistens in the moonlight. Whether you plan to take a day trip or an extended excursion into the backcountry during your expedition, you must be prepared for the cold weather. The trip will be rewarding and safe with some advance planning and the right equipment.
Because winter camping trips feature different challenges than those occurring during warm weather, you need to be prepared for shorter days and extreme weather conditions. Before you leave, you need to have a plan and let someone know where you will be and when you will return. Study the maps of the area, plan your routes and check the weather forecast. Ensure that you know how and where to contact emergency services in the event that you need assistance. Verify that you have packed all required winter clothing and camping equipment.
A basic rule of winter camping is to stay warm and dry in order to prevent serious cold weather health issues, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Depending upon the conditions, you must also cover exposed skin as well as your head and neck to prevent heat loss. The best technique is to dress in layers. This will enable you to add or remove clothing as necessary to maintain a comfortable body temperature even when you stop moving. When you take a break, add a layer of clothing. It is better to conserve warmth than to have your body use its vital reserves to warm up again. Avoid cotton clothing. The fabric is difficult to dry when it gets wet. Dark colors are preferable because they absorb the sun’s warmth.
In addition to dressing properly, the right equipment will make the trip more enjoyable. It will protect you from the elements and provide a reasonably good night sleep.
The shelter should be an insulated four-season tent with a solid fabric enclosure that can withstand strong winds and snow. A double-walled design provides additional insulation. A small tent has less empty air space and is easier to heat. Use a ground cloth to prevent moisture from wicking up into the tent. In addition to providing warmth, a candle lantern can help reduce condensation. Hang the candle properly so that it is not a fire hazard.
Use new lithium batteries in your headlamps, flashlights, communication equipment and emergency devices. Lithium batteries perform better in colder temperatures than NiMh and alkaline batteries. They last longer and have a flat decay curve.
Make sure that there is enough daylight left when you stop for the day. The location should be sheltered from the wind, have a source of water nearby and be free from possible avalanches and falling trees. Landmarks will help you find the campsite in the dark. Determine where the sun will rise. A sunny spot will help you to warm up quicker and dry your gear faster. Start a fire before laying out your gear. You can use waterproof matches or a lighter to ignite dryer lint. Another option is to use a magnesium fire starter and natural kindling. If there is snow on the ground, pack it down before setting up the tent. This will reveal and help you avoid hidden objects like sharp rocks and sticks, which can damage the floor of the tent.
Because of the need to stay hydrated, you may have to urinate frequently. Rather than completely disrobe or undo a sleeping bag, consider using a well-marked bottle for urination. Ensure that it has a different color, label and material than your water bottles. A distinctive texture will make it readily identifiable at the night. If the ground is too hard for catholes, you can also burn your waste and toilet paper. Another option is to haul it out using sanitary kits that include a bag neutralizer.
While most people prefer warmer weather, cold weather camping can also be an enjoyable activity as there are fewer insects. It may also offer more solitude. With some advance planning, you will have the right gear to stay safe, warm and dry.
Source: Cold Weather Camping Tips by Jacob Mueller via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
While recreational activities might not seem to have as much utility as knowing how to make a stove out of a can, they will end up having a beneficial impact to your family’s survivability in all kinds of situations.
Things you can do with the family to build endurance and agility include taking walks, going hiking, playing basketball and bicycling. For hand-eye coordination and speed, all manner of racket sports (i.e. tennis, badminton, racquetball, etc) offer great exercise and the whole family can participate. When it comes to building strength, you’re not going to find anything better than simply lifting weights, though talking the whole family into doing curls and bench presses might be a tough sell.
This article discusses many different recreational activities and why these recreational activities would help prepper families to be better prepared for possible emergencies in the future. Because there are so many suggested activities, preppers can use trial and error to find those activities that their family members like.
Walking is an activity that some or all of the family members might want to do either alone or together. From walking in city parks, this activity could lead to country hiking. All of these activities will improve the aerobic endurance and stamina of family members. Short walks even are appropriate for most seniors. Continue Reading this Article
Source: Fun Physical Activities Also Help to Prep the Whole Family by Rick Sunderland via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
1. Butterfly Strips
If you have a small laceration that you can’t close with a normal band-aid, cut a few small strips of duct tape and use them to pull across the wound to help keep it closed. Apply a small strip down the center and you have a nice butterfly bandage.
2. A Bad Ass Spear
Tape your survival knife to a branch or limb so you can throw it at animals, fish or zombies.
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3. Handcuffs
You never know when you might need to detain a prisoner in the woods. Duct tape can make for a great set of improvised handcuffs if you’re ever in a pinch.
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4. Repair Your Shoes or Boots
If you ever get a hole in your shoes or hiking boots while out in the wilderness, you’ll need to get it fixed up fast to keep water and debris from getting to your feet. Wrap duct tape around the damaged area several times and you’re good to go.
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5. Splint A Broken Leg
You can easily immobilize a broken or sprained appendage by using rigid splint materials such as straight branches, a 2×4 plus some padding and, you guessed it, duct tape.
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6 . Prevent Windows From Shattering During Storms
You may not have a set of storm shutters to save your windows in a nasty storm, but you can place duct tape on the glass to prevent it from shattering. This will keep the occupants safe from flying shards of glass.
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7. Reseal Food Containers
If your food storage containers are damaged or need to be sealed, apply duct tape to close them up and keep weather & critters out and your food fresh.
8. Sling Shot
Find a suitable piece of wood and elastic band. Duct tape the band to the wood. Find some rocks and you’re ready to kill small varmints or defend yourself if necessary.
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9. Makeshift Tourniquet
A tourniquet is essential to stop massive bleeding. Make several wraps about 3-4 inches above the laceration to stop the hemorrhaging.
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10. Fix A Leaky Tent
If you’re serious about camping, your tent is going to take a beating, no matter how good the quality. Fix those holes and leaks with some duct tape patches and you’re back in the game and staying dry. You can also repair a leaking tarp shelter with duct tape.
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Tip: There’s a lot of crappy brands of duct tape out there. When your life is on the line, make sure you have the best. This is the only duct tape I will ever use.
Source: 10 Survival Things You Can Make With Duct Tape by Roger Steele via Ready Tribe - Don't Just Survive, Thrive!.
