Survival
Survival Essentials: Backcountry, Bug Out & Beyond
Ever wondered what gear you'd need to survive? Well, we gathered our top gear recommendations to help you stay alive.
Aden Tate is a writer and locksmith in The Beautiful South. When he’s not hammering away at a keyboard, he can be found raising goats, pigs, bees, chickens, mushrooms, and crops.
Experience
- Locksmith
- Outdoorsman
- Author of 3 books on survival and prepping
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SafetyEasy Ways To Secure Your Home (According To 86 Burglars & One Marine)
We take a look at 12 simple things you can do to better secure your home from bad guys looking to steal your stuff or worse...
PreppingEmergency Preparedness Checklist: What You Need To Survive
We walk you through all the essentials you want to cross off your list as your prep, stock, and store for the future.
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Buyer's GuideBest Portable Water Filters [Backpacking, Survival & Hiking]
Water is too important. These top rated filters will help you be able to drink from less than desirable sources during hikes or survival situations.
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Prepping[How-To] Prep on a Budget: Save Money While Prepping
It's a good idea to be prepared...but what happens if your budget can't support a splurge? No worries! We have tips on how to prep on a budget.
Gear ReviewsBest Emergency Solar Power Setups for Survival & Prepping
We rounded up the best emergency solar power setups to help you keep the lights on when the power grid goes down. Come see what we recommend.
Shooting11 Best Long Range & Precision Shooting Courses
We take a look at a variety of long-range precision courses that will have you touching those far-out targets in no time.
RevolverRevolver Calibers You Need to Know About
In this article we cover a wide variety of revolver cartridges, what they are used for, and why may want to consider them.
AmmoReloads vs. Remanufactured Ammunition: What’s the Difference?
To cut costs, some gun owners turn to reloading or remanufactured ammo. But what’s the difference between these two processes? Come find out!
AK10 Facts About the AK-47 You Never Knew
In this article, we cover some interesting facts about the ever-popular AK-47 rifle that you may not know.
Gear9 Camo Patterns You Should Know About
In this article, we discuss multiple camouflage patterns, how they work, where they work best, and which ones might be right for you.
AmmoWhat is NATO Ammo?
We look at the term NATO ammo, what it means, and how NATO ammo is different from its civilian counterparts.
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PreppingBest MRE Brands & Kits [Taste Tested]
We taste-test some MRE brands to find out who has the yummiest, healthiest, and most convenient options for prepping, survival, and camping.
Ammo6.8x51mm (.277 Fury): Why did the U.S. Army Choose It?
We take a look at the 6.8x51mm Common Cartridge (.277 Fury) round to see what made it so appealing for the U.S. military.
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How-To[How-To] Survive a Tornado: Tips to Stay Alive
If a tornado hits, are you prepared? Come see what gear we recommend before bad weather hits and what to do when a twister is at your door.
HistoryHistory of the Kentucky Long Rifle
We take a look at the Kentucky Long Rifle and its influence during the American Revolution. Come learn some history!
HistoryA Picture From History: The Battle of Waterloo
We take a look at Napoleon's famous last battle at Waterloo and the events that ultimately lead to his defeat.
HistoryA Picture from History: The Sinking of the Lusitania
We take a look at the tragic sinking of the Lusitania at the hands of a German U-Boat during World War I.
HistoryA Picture from History: Battle of Cadiz
In this Picture from History, we look at Sir Francis Drake and his battle against the Spaniards at the Battle of Cadiz in the 1500s.
AR-10Eugene Stoner: The Man Behind the AR-15
Eugene Stoner is the inventor of the iconic AR-15 and AR-10 rifles, but how did he create these and what other firearms did he develop? We cover this and more.