Few people will ever find themselves fleeing a deadly threat in a vehicle. But if that day ever comes, your driving skills may become just as important as the vehicle itself. Many people assume the key to escaping danger is simply driving faster. In reality, maintaining momentum through curves is often far more important than…
Fire can mean warmth, safe drinking water, cooked food, light, signaling, and improved morale. Few survival tools provide as much value for so little weight as a metal match. A metal match (more accurately called a magnesium fire starter) combines a block of magnesium with a ferrocerium rod—commonly called a ferro rod. The ferro rod…
By The Sentinel When most people think about making contaminated water safe to drink, they think of filters or chemical purification tablets. While both are excellent options, they are not the only methods available. One of the oldest and most reliable ways to produce safe drinking water is through distillation. Distillation works by heating water…
By The Sentinel Water is one of the most critical survival priorities, but finding a reliable source is not always easy. Rivers, streams, and lakes are not available everywhere, and even when they are, the water may require purification before it is safe to drink. This is why preparedness begins long before an emergency by…
Imagine a story of two monsters. These monsters are large, probably over three times larger than the average man. They work as a team and wield multiple sharp weapons simultaneously. They each possess the ability to see in the dark, the speed to move more than 40 miles per hour, the agility to maneuver over…
Modern society depends upon electricity. From communications and transportation to banking and healthcare, nearly every aspect of daily life relies upon reliable power. Most people rarely think about electricity until it disappears. History has repeatedly shown that major blackouts provide valuable lessons about preparedness and resilience. The Speed of Disruption When power fails, disruptions occur…
Category: Resources Water is one of the most important preparedness resources a family can maintain. People can survive weeks without food, but only days without water. For this reason, water planning should be among the first preparedness goals every household addresses. Water Storage A practical starting point is maintaining at least one gallon of water…
When most people think about security, they think about locks, alarms, cameras, or firearms. While each of these tools has value, true security is rarely dependent upon any single measure. Preparedness begins with priorities. Before considering the various layers of security, you may find it helpful to first read our article, The Rule of Three:…
Most emergencies are temporary. Power outages, storms, transportation disruptions, and localized disasters often resolve within a few days. A 72-hour emergency kit helps bridge the gap between normal operations and recovery. Water Store at least one gallon of water per person per day. Additional water should be considered for sanitation, cooking, pets, and hot weather…
Modern life depends upon a system that most people rarely notice. Every day, trucks deliver food, medicine, fuel, and countless other necessities to stores across the nation. Most businesses maintain limited inventory because replacement products arrive continuously. This system is known as a just-in-time supply chain. Under normal conditions it is remarkably efficient. Under abnormal…