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Illustration: Anatomy of a Survival Knife
Click here to see an illustration of the features that a good survival knife must include. Do you agree with author John D. McCann?
Debunked: Thyroid Problems, Fukushima Radiation and Potassium Iodide
Wrong: A report claiming babies born on the West Coast since the Fukushima disaster have thyroid problems, and that everyone should take potassium iodide.
Video: How to Make an Earthen Oven
In this homesteading video from Stacy Harris, learn how to make an earthen oven for cooking and baking food outdoors. Click here to watch now.
What to Do When Disaster Strikes a Crowd
The 2013 Boston Marathon tragedy highlighted why it's important to have a plan if you're in a crowd when disaster strikes. Read more
How to Make a Threat Map
Click here to read how to make a "threat map." A threat map identifies hazards in your area. It helps evacuate you safely during a disaster.
Lessons from an Attempted Carjacking
Read a true carjacking story and learn how you can be better prepared should the same happen to you.
Spring Cleaning Tips: Time to Organize Paperwork
Cleaning up old documents may not be on par with having 20 cords of seasoned hardwood or a bug-out bag ready to go. But good organization is simply smart.
How to Clean a Wild Turkey
Click here to read how to clean a wild turkey. These are good skills to know even if the only turkeys you see are in a grocery store.
Busting Myths About Flood Insurance
Is flood insurance right for you? Will disaster aid cover what you'd need anyway? Why are rates going up so much? Click here to find out.
Cell Phone Outages in Boston Highlight Ham Radio Use
Click here to read how ham radio played a crucial role when a cell phone outage happened during the tragic events of the 2013 Boston Marathon.
Photos: Tips for Bug-Out Locations
Here are some tips for a bug-out location that will improve efficiency and sufficiency during a crisis. Photos detail water, hygiene and bedding tips.
Tree Removal for Severe Weather Preparedness
Here's how to know when to do some tree removal as part of your home's severe weather preparedness. Includes photos of dangerous trees and best pole saws.
Video: Tips for Baking Bread in an Earthen Oven
This video featuring Stacy Harris explains how to bake bread in an earthen oven. Harris made her own earthen oven in her backyard.
Travel Tips: Preparedness and Piranhas in Peru
Being ready for the worst doesn't end at the driveway. Use these travel tips from Vincent Zandri to stay safe when far from home - or near hungry piranhas.
Tornado Survival Tips
Use these tornado survival tips to stay one step ahead of the storm. Includes link to free tornado survival app, family preparation ideas and more.
Squirrel Recipe: Brunswick Stew
This squirrel recipe from Stacy Harris for Brunswick stew makes for a delicious meal no matter the time of year.
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