While most people hope they won’t have to use one, fire extinguishers are essential safety tools that should be easy to access in emergency fire situations. Our vehicles are one such place that dangerous fires can occur, whether it is because of collisions, electrical and fuel-related problems, or keeping flammable items in the car. Having …
If you ever find yourself in a pinch with a taser and need to start a fire, but you don’t have your ‘typical’ means of starting a fire nearby, you can utilize your taser to your advantage. Starting a fire with a taser is reasonably straightforward. There are also other methods of creating fire using …
When it comes to emergency preparedness, boiling water with a candle probably isn’t high on the list of options you’d consider. Even though it isn’t the most efficient way to boil water, using candles to heat water to the boiling point can be accomplished as long as a few conditions are met. So, what do …
Of the four basic needs of survival–food, clothes, shelter, and fuel–the latter is usually overlooked. That is, of course, until there is a power outage resulting from a natural disaster or any other unforeseen circumstance. That is when people realize how much they are dependent on fuel and wonder how they should have stored fuel …
Whether you are someone who needs a pocket knife on hand in case of emergencies, or you are looking for a gift for a handy or outdoorsy person, you have probably done some research and discovered that there are hundreds of everyday carry (EDC) knives on the market. With so many options, it is hard …
Packing peanuts insulate similarly as layering clothes. When it’s cold outside, one of the best things you can do to keep yourself warm is to cover yourself with several clothing layers. Each layer will help trap in heat and bring down the amount of heat that gets lost. The thicker the insulation, the warmer you’ll …