Survival Scout Tips

From safety pins to perfume, there are a range of household items that can come in handy during disasters: here are 12 of them. 

They can be used in a wide variety of ways in different survival situations. Discover nine ways lightweight emergency blankets can come in handy and potentially save your life. 

Emergency preparedness in cities presents its own unique set of challenges. Discover stories of urban survival and tips to keep in mind as you prepare.

Recent earthquakes in California have everyone on edge, wondering when will the Big One will hit? Here’s what the experts say and how to prepare yourself now. 

With the warmer temperatures, it’s the perfect time to go hiking or camping. But what happens if you get lost or stranded? Will you be prepared? 

Getting stranded can happen to anyone. Perhaps it’s taking a wrong turn in a snowstorm and getting stuck alongside the road. Or falling and injuring yourself while hiking solo on a vacation in the mountains. When it happens, no one wants to be caught unprepared without the knowledge and tools for survival. 

Demolishing buildings, sweeping away roads, and stealing lives. Knowing how to remain vigilant and aware of warning signs is essential for tsunami survival. The impact reaches states far inland. Here's what you need to know to prepare.

During times of crisis, you won’t want to be without certain essential items, such as a water purification system, flashlights, and an emergency food supply. And alcohol. We're completely serious, and if you bear with us, we will explain why.

Barter lessons will prepare any family or individual to survive and thrive during times of crisis. After all, what would you do without access to a credit card or an ATM? Here are 6 barter tips to get you started.

From identity theft to larger breaches of national security, cyberattacks are a real threat. Learn more about recent attacks and how to prepare yourself and your family.

There are so many uses for salt it would be impossible to list them all. Salt has been valuable since the dawn of civilization. And it is necessary for food storage and preparedness. 

We all know preparedness is a journey. Journeys take time. Over this course of time, we add supplies and contingencies to our preps. We become more self-reliant, but we also...