Quick Prepper Tip: Start a Fire in a Flash

By Lisa Metheny March 2, 2014

Do you know how to start a fire without matches? If not, read this post to learn alternative ways to start a fire in a flash!

30 Days of Preparing for Spring Storms and the Stinging Heat of Summer Day 2: Spring and Summer Weather Events

By Suzanne Wiley March 2, 2014

Spring and summer bring just as many weather extremes as winter does. Severe spring and summer weather in the form of hurricanes, thunderstorms, floods and tornadoes cause devastation, destruction and loss of life. You need to prepare for the coming potential weather much like you did for winter. However, instead of blankets, you will need alternative ways to stay cool and take extra precautions to stay safe during supercell thunderstorms, hurricanes and tornados. Severe weather, rather it is in winter, spring or summer has the potential to cause power outages and loss of utilities. Are you ready?

Camping & Survival

30 Days of Preparing for Spring Storms and the Stinging Heat of Summer Day 1: Know What to Prepare For

By Suzanne Wiley March 1, 2014

Spring hasn’t quite sprung yet and summer will be upon us before we know it. There is plenty to look forward to—longer days, warmer weather, camp outs and barbecues, fishing, spring hunting season, and comfortable temperatures for shooting outdoors. Spring and summer come with faults, though. Weather can be dangerous. The erratic and scorching summer heat leads to illness, rolling blackouts and sunburns. In the next 30 days, I will post a new tip every day to help you prepare for the next six months.

Firearms

Range Report — Rock Island Compact 1911

By Bob Campbell February 27, 2014

The Rock Island Compact 1911 is an excellent, lighter weight option, great finishes, great reliability and flexibility. Read this psot for the details.

Firearms

The Affordable Tactical 12-Gauge Stevens 320

By Bob Campbell February 25, 2014

The 12 gauge Stevens 320 is affordable, reliable, fast handling and offers some comfort in a dangerous world. With a great pistol grip stock for rapid handling and many options for slugs, it is the author’s newest truck gun. Read the post for details and discover how to put it to good use as part of your personal defense arsenal.

Firearms

The Henry Rifle

By Bob Campbell February 24, 2014

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The Henry Rifle is a reliable, cost-effective rifle for hunting, target practice and pest control. Manufactured with modern methods, it also includes wood and blue steel and the lever-action gives you great control. Read the post to discover more features.