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Even hardcore survivalists can overlook things. What did you overlook? Here are some survival items you might have forgotten to buy.

Use this amazing method to produce your own organic honey.

Many years ago, at a Preparedness Fair, I picked up this recipe for Survival Bread. The recipe says that after it's made, it "will keep indefinitely". Hmmm... Made me think of Lembas bread - something the elves would make (for you Lord of the Rings fans). "One small bite will fill the belly of a grown man." Since I can't stand to waste, it didn't sound like anything I wanted to HAVE to consume on an otherwise perfectly good day, with soft yeast bread and an abundance of other good foods in…

Believe it or not, pine resin will help you survive if you find yourself lost in the woods! Learn about its many uses here!

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The clean burning, super-efficient rocket stove is also pretty easy to build. Here are six plans showing you how to do so.

Preparing for the apocolypse, one can of tuna at a time...

How to Make Aspirin if You're Lost in the Woods. If you ever find yourself lost in the woods and in need of pain relief, then a willow tree, a fire, and some water may be the answer. Willow bark contains salicylic acid, which is the active...

In times of unrest and disturbing news, many people start to put by food and water for times when they can’t get to a store. Situations as simple as a winter storm can close roads and make having some food at home a good idea. Good, storable foods include freeze-dried foods and dehydrated foods, but they are expensive.

Are you being spoon fed about advises on food storage? Always take every advice with a grain of salt. These are some of the 5 lies that you need to know.

Check out this list of free resources from The Survival Mom: downloads and printables galore!

The Solar Lighter can not only light a piece of tinder it is very portable and easy to use. You only need some sunlight and something dry tinder.Many people buy 3 or 4 and keep them in various bags to be sure they have access to them when they need them. We hope you enjoy the survival solar lighter.Unique Survival Sola

The 2 liter soda bottle. Super cheap and readily available. Offer to help clean up after a party and you can go home with an armload of them for free! Once you’ve emptied the contents, don’t...

What exactly should you do if the SHTF? Graywolf Survival wrote an excellent article that answers this question. Every prepper should read this.

I really enjoyed this article I found on Suburban Steader. The author lists 7 survival ideas that might not have occurred to you.