An Essential Prep Tactical flashlights are great inventions that differ from the more traditional household flashlights. The question is, how do they differ from other flashlights? What is it that makes them tactical? Tactical flashlights are most often used by the military persons and the police. The military and police mount them on their weapons to help them carry out low-light shooting activities. In this article, I explain how to use a tactical flashlight. How to Use a Tactical Flashlight Tactical flashlights offer a lot that other flashlights don’t. Most people acquire a flashlight for illumination purposes. However, there are additional modes of use for tacti...
Why a Prepper Education Should be Part of the School Curriculum
The US is Failing at Reading, Writing, and 'Rithmetic I think it's clear to most of the world that the US education system has failed. The US education system doesn't crack the top 20 in either math or science when ranked against the education systems of 70 other countries. Unfortunately, the US's problems extend passed math and science. The US population is performing poorly at critical reasoning as well. Fake news, which many have failed to identify as fake, is constantly being spread across social media. The truth is, our failure to properly teach our kids is going result in the US losing its status as a superpower. I won't pretend to have all of the answers to our education pro...
Crossbow Survival Guide for SHTF Preppers
A Crossbow is a Must-Have Weapon for Preppers Over at Sharpshaft, I get asked a lot about whether the crossbow is a good SHTF weapon for preppers. This opportunity to contribute as a guest on Bunker Basics is the perfect opportunity to dive into this topic. Ultimately, the answer to the question comes down to you, your experience, your physique, where you live, and the SHTF situation you believe will play out. In this article, I will outline key information related to the crossbow and compare it to other SHTF weapons. You can consider this the crossbow survival guide for SHTF preppers. Is a Crossbow a Good Survival Weapon for Prepping? Crossbows, like all other weapons, have thei...
How Preppers Can Use the Legal System to Their Advantage
Bend the Rules in Your Favor Some preppers are wary of the legal system. Given the fact that laws can be arbitrary and enforcement can be excessive, I can't blame say I blame them. That said, if you're properly educated on the inner workings of the legal system, you can bend the rules in your favor. Those who know how to take advantage of laws can protect their privacy and reduce the risk of being exposed to a SHTF event. In this post, Ryan Reiffert, a corporate attorney based in San Antonio, Texas explains how to reduce risk using the legal system. You can read his blog on various other legal issues at ryanreiffert.com/blog. 1. OpSec & Anonymity – Using the Corporate Ve...
Prepper Self Defense: 3 Tips to Stay Safe in Dangerous Situations
Prepare to Respond Well to Uncertainty Life is more uncertain today than ever before. Dangers are lurking around everywhere. You can never be too prepared to face what life throws at you as you step out of your home. Dangers can include neighborhood criminals, riots, shootings, and other violent incidents. It makes sense to become an ardent prepper, as doing so prepares you for the most dangerous situations. Not only does prepping make you capable of protecting yourself, but it also enables you to safeguard your family and property. Prepper self defense should be the primary focus of anyone focusing on preparedness. Prepper self defense is not just about combating dangers, but a...
