Category Archives: skills and knowledge

Weekly Survival Reader (May 13-17)

Posted on May 17, 2013 by

Prep-Blog’s growing list of top posts, articles, and resources for prepping and survival. The list is organized on a daily basis. Visit our Prepping and Survival Reader page daily, or wait for the weekly post to peruse a set of … Continue reading →

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Using Activated Charcoal

Posted on May 12, 2013 by
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Activated Charcoal is simply a form of carbon that has a very high surface area and is extremely porous.  The surface area and porosity are so high that activated charcoal can be used to filter out impurities in air and … Continue reading →

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How To Open A Can Without A Can Opener

Posted on April 6, 2013 by
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Whenever I go to the store I usually spend a few extra minutes wandering around looking for any good prepping items that I may need to stock up on, that are on sale, or perhaps that I just never thought … Continue reading →

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Valuable Skills For Preppers

Posted on February 19, 2013 by
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Anyone who’s serious about Prepping should know that they need to develop knowledge and skills in critical areas.  That storing food, water, and other items is simply not enough.  You have to have the brain power to put your tools … Continue reading →

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Smart Phone Apps for Preppers: First Aid

Posted on February 8, 2013 by
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This post is the first in a series of prepping and survival articles on useful smart phone apps for Preppers. Whether you are bugging out or hunkering down, information will be one of your top resources in dealing with a … Continue reading →

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Avoiding Hot Spots In An Emergency

Posted on February 2, 2013 by
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Whether it’s during a hurricane, blizzard, power outage, or the aftermath of an earthquake it’s important to stay in a safe location and avoid any potential “Hot Spots”.  A Hot Spot is any area or situation that while ordinarily safe, … Continue reading →

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Survival Attire: Not Dressing The Part

Posted on January 29, 2013 by
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I know lots of folks are fans of tactical vests, cammo clothing, and other military-style survival gear but in a minor emergency situation (i.e. the most likely disaster scenario) is that really the best choice? I have my share of … Continue reading →

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How To Choose Secure Passwords

Posted on November 13, 2012 by
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When the SHTF, make sure that your data can survive the disaster along with you. If a calamity like Superstorm Sandy wrecks your home, your computer may be damaged beyond repair. So you will want to have a backup copy … Continue reading →

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The Psychological Response to Severe Disaster

Posted on November 5, 2012 by
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I’m not a psychologist, so my comments on this topic are the opinions of a layman. But I think it is important to consider the psychological impact that a severe disaster may have on yourself, your family, friends, neighbors, and … Continue reading →

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An Overview of Lock Picking

Posted on October 8, 2012 by
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This post is not instructional; it does not teach you HOW TO pick a lock. Instead, I’m taking the point of view of gaining knowledge about lock picking, for the sake of the security of home and property. It is … Continue reading →

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Prepping FAQ’s

Posted on September 7, 2012 by
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Probably the most common or, Frequently Asked Question, about Prepping that I get is, “What are the three things you’d most like to have with you in an emergency?” Now, I’ve been asked this question so many times that I … Continue reading →

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New Alcohol Stove Design for Prepping

Posted on August 28, 2012 by
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In a previous article, I discussed using alcohol stoves for post-SHTF cooking. The advantages of an alcohol stove are several. They are compact and store easily. The fuel is relatively safe and readily available. You don’t have the smoke of … Continue reading →

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