jueves, 31 de diciembre de 2015

Paris Terrorist Attack Has Yielded 10 Arrests so Far

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!.


Recognizing Optimal Foraging Theory for Your Advantage

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!.


Building a Bug Out Bag Checklist

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!.


miércoles, 30 de diciembre de 2015

And So It Begins – California Law Allowing Seizure of Guns without Notice Begins Jan. 1

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!.


Gun Sales Top Christmas Lists

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!.


martes, 29 de diciembre de 2015

This Diet Pill Has Proven Fatal

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!.


Federal Filing for 2015 Taxes Begins Jan 19

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!.


6 Free Survival Documentaries to Watch for the Holidays

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!.


How to Navigate and Find Your Way Back Without a Map or Compass

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 Of Our Best Prepper Fitness Posts

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!.


Our Top Green Living Posts

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!.


All of Our Top Self Defense Posts

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!.


lunes, 28 de diciembre de 2015

Collection of Our Best Survival Tactics

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!.


Just Getting Started With Prepping? Read These Articles First

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!.


Are Your Home Defense Firearms Stored TOO Well?

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!.


2016 California Airsoft and BB Gun Law Change

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!.


sábado, 26 de diciembre de 2015

The Best Emergency Chargers For Your Gadgets

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!.


How Batteries Work

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!.


How To Make A PVC Pipe Bow

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!.


miércoles, 23 de diciembre de 2015

Daily Habits Every Prepared Person Should Do

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!.


Protect Your Privacy after that Windows 10 Upgrade (Free eBook)

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!.


Gold-Backed Bank in Texas

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!.


How the Zombie Apocalypse Could Actually Happen

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!.


Gold-Backed Bank in Texas

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!.


How the Zombie Apocalypse Could Actually Happen

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!.


Is Michigan Going to Make Defending Yourself Illegal?

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!.


The Mass Shooting Nightmare Most People Haven’t Thought About

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!.


Those Facebook Quizzes are Destroying Your Privacy

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!.


“Fit but Fat” is a Dangerous Lie People Tell Themselves

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!.


Take on a Runner’s Diet to Stay Fit for Anything

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!.


Nutrition and Fitness to Control Your Holiday Stress

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!.


Investing in Out of State Property

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!.


Are Your Charitable Donations Really Helping Your Taxes?

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!.


Gas Prices to Drop Even Further?

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!.


martes, 22 de diciembre de 2015

The Year’s 10 Best Survival Gear Reviews on RT

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!.


Mail Order Cell Phone Spying

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!.


lunes, 21 de diciembre de 2015

The Million Dollar Prepper Paradise

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!.


Just What Kind of Prepper are YOU?

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!.


Most Preppers Are Missing This Huge Opportunity to Ready Their Homes

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!.


Big Win For Californians Who Generate Solar Energy

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!.


viernes, 18 de diciembre de 2015

Hidden Gun Storage Solutions That Are Cool and Practical

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!.


Building a Simple Pothanger

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!.


Building a Simple Pothanger

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!.


jueves, 17 de diciembre de 2015

DIY Outdoor Stove Made From Tire Rims?

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!.


miércoles, 16 de diciembre de 2015

Don’t Forget a Shovel!

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!.


The Most Important Thing to Bring on a Survival Trip

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!.


17 Unusual Uses For Salt

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!.


Set and Forget Fishing Great for Covert Survival

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!.


Russian Students Demonstrate a Priceless Gun Skill

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!.


Proper Hunting Knife Usage Guide

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!.


Track Your Supplies for More Effective Prepping

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!.


Build an Emergency Shelter in the Desert

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!.


Injectable Invention a Literal Lifesaver for Gunshot Victims

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!.


Clothing Essentials for Your Bug-Out Bag

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!.


martes, 15 de diciembre de 2015

US Recon Marine on How to Survive in an Urban Environment

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!.


Free Prepper Resources and Ebooks

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!.


Supreme Court Upholds Assault Weapons Ban in Highland Park

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!.


lunes, 14 de diciembre de 2015

6 Great Camping Articles

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!.


Next Level Jungle Bushcraft

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!.


Natural Shelter Construction

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!.


Free 340 Pages Disaster Preparedness Manual

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!.


Visa Requirements For US Visitors Might Tighten

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!.


domingo, 13 de diciembre de 2015

Oil Prices Are At New Lows – Should You Worry?

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!.


DIY Water Pump Ideal for Preppers

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!.


sábado, 12 de diciembre de 2015

Should People On No Fly List Be Banned From Buying Guns?

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!.


viernes, 11 de diciembre de 2015

150 Cellphones Bought At Walmart After Dozens Of Propane Tanks Go Missing In Missouri

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!.


Company Creates Anti-Surveillance Gadgets To Level The Playing Field

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!.


jueves, 10 de diciembre de 2015

FBI Chief James Comey Asks Companies to Stop Offering End-to-End Encryption

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!.


Top 20 Posts for Preppers in 2015

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!.


martes, 8 de diciembre de 2015

Death of The Dollar

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!.


Newly Identified Antibiotic-Resistant Superbug Called Our Most Urgent Public Health Threat

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!.


lunes, 7 de diciembre de 2015

Layering Up – How To Stay Warm in Winter Weather

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!.


Donald Trump Wants to Stop all Muslims From Entering US

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!.


Everything You Need To Survive When The Lights Go Out

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!.


Canadians Pulling Out of Fight Against IS

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!.


The Schrade SCHF9 Up Close And Personal

  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!.


15 First Aid Kit Supplies You Must Have

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!.


Staying Warm During the Winter

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!.


Democratic Lawmaker Claims 72 Department Of Homeland Security Employees on US Terrorist Watch List

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!.


domingo, 6 de diciembre de 2015

Traveling with Firearms – What You Need to Know

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!.


sábado, 5 de diciembre de 2015

Martin Saber Takedown Bow Review

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!.


Screws 101

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!.


viernes, 4 de diciembre de 2015

Are You Ready For The Next Mass Shooting?

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!.


Russia Successfully Tests Nuclear Doomsday Flying Command Center

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!.


miércoles, 2 de diciembre de 2015

A Big Earthquake Is Coming…And It’s Not Where You Think!

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!.


martes, 1 de diciembre de 2015

ISIS in America – How ISIS is Recruiting and Radicalizing Americans To Join Them

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!.