The Prepper Potential of an Old Cell Phone, by Mr. Zipph
Over the years, I have read many articles on communications in a grid-down situation. Those articles typically focus on using ham radios or CB radios to communicate with other like-minded folks in a TEOTWAWKI scenario. I have also read articles focused on the importance of gathering and accessing important information that you would need if […]
Preparedness Notes for Monday — November 28, 2022
On November 28th, 1520, Magellan finally reached the Pacific Ocean after navigating the dangerous straits on the southern tip of South America that now bear his name. He became the first European explorer to reach the Pacific from the Atlantic. — Today’s feature article was authored by our Field Gear Editor Emeritus, Pat Cascio. — […]
Pistol Magazine Loaders — A Must For Some Shooters, by Pat Cascio
Getting old is no fun! Back in the day, I was able to load any type of magazines, with thumb power only. Sadly, along with old age, comes certain disabilities. To wit: I have terrible osteoarthritis in various parts of my body – not the least is lower back pain, that at times is debilitating […]
Recipe of the Week: Roasted Squash Seeds
The following recipe for Roasted Squash Seeds is from SurvivalBlog Mrs. Alaska. She writes: “Why throw out the seeds of winter squash like butternut, acorn, spaghetti, and pumpkin! You can roast them for a tasty seasonal snack. Or you feed them to poultry or save them to sow, next year. For personal eating, I consider […]
Preparedness Notes for Sunday — November 27, 2022
Today is the birthday of SurvivalBlog’s Field Gear Editor, Pat Cascio. (Pictured.) He is now home from the hospital. Please pray for full restoration of his health. November 27th is also the birthday of Ludwig Loewe (November 27, 1837 – September 11, 1886) was a merchant, manufacturer, philanthropist, and a member of the German Reichstag. […]
21st Century Life: Controlling and Redirecting Anger, by SaraSue
I’m sure quite a lot of us, tens of millions for sure, maybe a couple hundred million, were slapped across the face a little while ago by the highest officeholder in our land. Anyone who disagrees with the gub’mint is a domestic terrorist, apparently. Also, the “Red Wave” that wasn’t? Or, if you don’t fix […]
Preparedness Notes for Saturday — November 26, 2022
November 26th is the birthday of both gun inventor Eugene Reising (born 1884, died February 21, 1967) and the late Barton Biggs (born 1932, died July 14, 2012). Biggs was a money manager known for his pro-preparedness stance. — Siege Stoves and Siege Belts are both featured in a Black Friday Sale, for just the […]
No Ammo, No Primers, No Problem! – Part 5, by M.B.
(Continued from Part 4. This concludes the article.) LOADING MUZZLELOADING MUSKETS & SHOTGUNS How Much Powder and Shot? Short Lane (https://www.gunadapters.com/), makers of the black powder adapters for shotguns, recommend the following amounts. I have followed their recommendations in my 20 gauge single shot. 209 Adapter in .410 Pistol/Derringer 25-35 grains black powder or black […]
Preparedness Notes for Friday — November 25, 2022
November 25th was the birthday of economist and comedian Ben Stein. His unscripted monologue on economics from Ferris Bueller’s Day Off is one of the most memorable scenes in American cinema. Stein spends part of each year at his second home in Sandpoint, Idaho, so he is an honorary Redoubter. — An important alert video […]
No Ammo, No Primers, No Problem! – Part 4, by M.B.
(Continued from Part 3.) 20 Gauge Shotgun Shells and Black Powder Safety Note: When loading black powder shotgun shells, there must be no empty space inside the shell, and the powder should be compressed slightly (about 1/16 inches, or about 2mm). You may need to use a wadding or other “filler” inside the shell, so […]
