7 Ultra Resourceful Alternative Uses for Rubbing Alcohol [PICS]

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Archeologists have found traces of ethyl alcohol (the type found in those fermented beverages we like so much) have been found in pottery dating at least as far back as the Neolithic period. With that said, we humans have had a very long time to figure out ways to use alcohol to make our lives easier, cleaner, and somewhat less sober. One byproduct of this long relationship with the stuff is that nearly every household has a semi-clear plastic bottle of rubbing alcohol sitting in a closet or medicine cabinet somewhere. Typically, the idea is to use miracle liquid to disinfect cuts […]

7 Deer Habitat Problems and How to Fix Them [VIDEO]

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Are you seeing fewer mature deer on your hunts this year? It could be that several habitat issues are causing bigger, more mature bucks to avoid your property during the daylight hours, if not entirely. Just because you have that monster buck on camera, and you’re seeing does and fawns regularly, chances are still very high that the elusive big buck has noticed many things about your hunting area that aren’t obvious to your human eyes. Surprisingly, there are significant differences between what immature deer notice versus older does and bucks. They might as well be different species. Some of […]

20 Weird (But Effective!) DIY Home Remedies [PICS]

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For years, the so-called health experts scoffed at the phrase “home remedies,” dismissing many of these powerful old world cures as superstitious nonsense, old wives tales, or worse… In recent years, however, study after study shows that many of these old fashioned cures actually work, sometimes better than the drugs at the pharmacy and will far less side effects. Better results with fewer risks… that’s a deal we’ll make every single time. These simple remedies are not only effective, but almost all of them involve simple everyday items you have sitting around your house. For example, did you know that […]

8 Weird Ways to Seal a Wound and Save Your Life [STEP-BY-STEP]

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Serious wounds can quickly lead to medical complications and worse, especially if you find yourself in without access to timely medical assistance. After all, what happens if you are deep in the woods or dealing with life after the SHTF? Unfortunately, even a smaller wound could end up leading to major trouble if left untreated. You don’t have to be dealing with massive trauma or the risk of bleeding to death for situations to become dire. With this in mind, it is imperative to be aware of some proven DIY methods for treating a wound.

Shooting Mishaps: First Time Shooter Fails [VIDEO]

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Tragically, many Americans never get the opportunity to learn to shoot and that is just plain wrong. Introducing new shooters to the wonderful world of marksmanship is of paramount importance for any firearms enthusiast.  The future sanctity of the 2nd Amendment (among other things) depends on it. BUT… it’s also extremely important that each new shooter is introduced to shooting sports the right way, safely. Many of the folks in the video below aren’t first time shooters and have no excuse but to plead stupidity. The others, many of them women, simply didn’t receive the proper coaching necessary to make their […]

How to Make a Kick Ass DIY Solar Heater from Soda Cans [VIDEO]

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Solar power is something that environmentalists and preppers agree on. After all, without the ability to generate power from solar and wind sources, it will be much more difficult for any semblance of society to survive if the SHTF. At the same time, you can save money and conserve the earth’s natural resources by switching to solar power alternatives right now. With the right setup, you can even go completely off-the-grid. While the cost of making this type of conversion may be too prohibitive for many of you, you can still take advantage of some inexpensive DIY tricks such as […]

Top 5 Air Rifles for Survival [PICS]

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Countless pages have been written on the topic of “best guns to have in a survival scenario.” We’ve certainly written our share… But let’s consider something heretical for a moment. What if the best gun to have in a SHTF scenario ISN’T a firearm at all? What if it’s a pellet gun? It seems downright sacrilegious to most shooters out there, yet these benefits speak for themselves. There are a number of advantages that the type of weapon offers over a traditional firearm that many of us fail to recognize. RELATED: The Top 5 Shotguns for Home Defense We believe that once you’ve read […]

11 Ways To Stay Warm Without Raising Your Heating Bill

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No matter what is going on outside, a little old fashioned resourcefulness can always make your home more comfortable… With the cold weather and snow rapidly approaching, many patriots are wondering what they can do to keep their homes warm this winter… without breaking the bank. Most of us take our home’s heating system for granted, but with the nation’s aging power grid in disrepair, that’s a dangerous assumption.  What if a massive snowstorm knocks out electric service in your area for several days? Last winter, sections of Kansas, Montana, Massachusetts and several other states lost power at the most […]

The Dirt Cheap DIY Self-Watering Garden System [STEP-BY-STEP]

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A wicking bed offers a great opportunity for growing vegetables without taking on the daily necessity of ensuring that all of your plants stay properly watered. Instead, these garden beds actually have their own built-in reservoir of water to draw from, and plant roots and natural soil osmosis make sure that each plant stays properly hydrated. A waterproof lining is put in place at the bottom of the bed, and this is where the reservoir is kept. In a nutshell, a wicking bed is like a much larger version of a Décor self-watering pot. Of course, these beds can come […]

Watch This 14-Year-Old Girl Destroy the Tactical Range [VIDEO]

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Parents everywhere, take note: Tactical shooting is not a boys-only sport… not by a long shot. While many of our readers compete in tactical shooting competitions as a hobby, we doubt any of them can keep up with this rising star in 3 gun competition shooting, Katie Francis. Not even old enough to get her driver’s license, this girl can shoot pistols, shotguns, and long rifles better than most grown men ever will. As impressive as her shooting is, her maturity and focus on the range is what makes her truly exceptional. You can help but to be impressed with […]