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How Puribag Works: Clean Water in 30 Minutes, Anywhere
When clean water is scarce, your options are usually limited to boiling, filtering, or chemically treating water. But what if you had a compact, backpack-ready system that could do all…
Why We Don’t Sell Pre-Packed Emergency Survival Bags (And What to Do Instead)
When it comes to emergency preparedness, one of the most common questions we get is:“Do you sell pre-packed go bags or bug out bags?” Our answer is simple: No —…
The Ultimate Fire Starter Kit: Why You Need One and What to Include
When most people think about fire starter kits, they picture a rugged outdoorsman crouched over a pile of kindling deep in the forest. But fire-starting isn’t just for the backcountry…
What Is a Bush Knife? Understanding the Blade Behind the Buzzword
A bush knife is a compact, fixed-blade tool designed for bushcraft tasks like wood carving, fire preparation, and field dressing game. Often used interchangeably with “bushcraft knife,” it emphasizes control…
How to Build a 72-Hour Emergency Kit: Essential Guide for Disaster Preparedness
Introduction Emergencies can strike without warning, leaving you without access to essential services for days. A well-prepared 72-hour emergency kit ensures you and your family can survive the critical first…
Best Foods to Stockpile for Survival: A Comprehensive Guide
Introduction In uncertain times, having a well-thought-out food stockpile is essential for ensuring the safety and well-being of you and your family. Whether facing natural disasters, economic instability, or unforeseen…
Learn About Emergency Communication
Emergency Radios 101: FRS, GMRS, CB, Ham, and Scanners Explained
Stay Connected When It Matters Most: A Beginner’s Guide to Emergency Communication Radios In today’s world, we rely heavily on cell phones and internet access. But what happens when those…
What Are FRS Radios? A Beginner’s Guide to Family Radio Service
In a world filled with smartphones and smartwatches, it’s easy to overlook one of the simplest and most reliable communication tools out there: the FRS radio. Short for Family Radio…
GMRS Radios: The Mid-Power Workhorse of Emergency and Outdoor Communication
If you’ve ever looked into walkie-talkies or two-way radios for emergencies, off-roading, or staying in touch when cell service fails, chances are you’ve come across the term GMRS. But what…
CB Radios: Classic Communication for the Road and Beyond
Before smartphones and GPS apps ruled the road, there was CB radio. Short for Citizens Band, CB radios were the original tool for travelers, truckers, and off-roaders to stay connected—and…
Personal Defense Articles
Beginner’s Guide to Firearm Optics
Whether you’re outfitting your first rifle or upgrading a home-defense pistol, picking the right optic can feel like stepping into a world of confusing acronyms and high-dollar gear. But optics…
ATF Pistol Brace Rule Update
ATF Pistol Brace Rule Update Are pistol braces legal? The firearms industry has been asking this question for almost a decade and depending on when the question was asked, the…