(Natural News) Wilderness survival skills are typically only framed within the context of a prepper hiking in the woods, miles away from civilization. This is unfortunate because it limits the application of these skills to such specific scenarios, as though threats could only ever be encountered in remote and natural areas. While it is true that […]

(Natural News) When SHTF and everything falls apart, everything that a prepper needs to survive is found between his ears. We’re talking about the skills he has learned, of course, for without them, all the handheld tools and equipment he has store are useless. (h/t to TimGamble.com) Hard skill vs. soft skill For preppers, survival skills […]

(Natural News) Knowing the “language of nature” is an essential survival skill. Learn how to survive on your own with the following natural signs: (h/t to HomesteadSurvivalSite.com). Navigating Navigating without any equipment is possible. You just have to know how to make use of what nature offers: The sun: During daytime, point the hour hand […]

(Natural News) It may be considerably more difficult to prep for disaster scenarios if you have a chronic illness or a disability, but it isn’t impossible. Sometimes, a sharp mind can overcome the obstacles of the body. If you are skilled and knowledgeable enough, your chances of survival may even be greater than that of an […]

(Natural News) Knowing about various medicinal plants can help you survive in a post-SHTF world. Preppers often use arnica or wolf’s bane, an herb with anti-inflammatory properties, to create natural remedies for pain relief. (h/t to SHTFPlan.com) What is arnica? Arnica is an herb with potent healing properties. You can use this plant to make […]

(Natural News) Add some spice to your emergency medical kit with cayenne peppers. This small but highly nutritious superfood packs a punch against various health problems. Some examples of its health benefits include the following: Stopping a stuffy nose — Cayenne peppers are effective against nasal congestion due to the common colds, flu, and allergies. It […]

(Natural News) Disaster preparedness often covers topics like how to survive an earthquake or how to bug out. But if disaster strikes when you’re still at work, do you know how you’re going to get home? (h/t to TheSurvivalistBlog.com) Prepping tips for office workers If you’re a prepper, you may already have a get-home bag (GHB) […]

(Natural News) Weeds might be a nuisance to gardeners, but they can save your life if you know how to use them. When SHTF, you can look for a variety of lowly and common weeds to use as sources of nutrition or as natural remedies. Learn how to survive the wild by identifying these common weeds […]

(Natural News) The flu is contagious and when SHTF, the last thing you need is your survival group getting sick and weak. Thankfully, preppers are familiar with some herbal tea recipes that can help you beat the flu. (h/t to PrepperWebsite.com) Soothing coconut oil tea recipe Flu medicine may cause diarrhea, dizziness, headaches, or vomiting. To avoid these side […]

(Natural News) Grains are a staple food that are excellent sources of nutrients, including carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and fibers. You can always buy your own supply of grain, but you can never truly know what kind of toxic pesticides and harmful chemicals could have been used to grow them. Unless you are sure that your […]