Feeding your family in a real crisis
When the grid goes down the biggest challenge your family is going to face, will be food. Unless you’ve got acres of land packed full of…
Author Craig Pritchard
Craig Pritchard
Survivalist dedicated to helping you make it through a SHTF event unscathed. Start your preparations now.
Turn skills into cash after the SHTF
No matter what’s happening in the world, there’s an economy behind it. In a short-term crisis, cash is still going to hold real value. People will…
Keeping pests out of your supply stores
Over the last year we’ve built our survival stockpile to almost 18 months’ worth of food, supplies and gear, to ensure we can withstand whatever comes.…
Simple techniques to pick a lock
I’m a big fan of learning useful techniques before the SHTF, and lock picking is right up there on the list. Despite the (justifiable) negative connection…
Do-it-yourself torches after the SHTF
Without a source of light, we’re are at a massive disadvantage once night falls, because our night vision is pretty terrible. We can hardly see in…
Sleep soundly when you’re under the stars
I’m a big fan of camping, and the great outdoors, but I also like my sleep. Over the years I’ve figured out how to ensure I…
What to look for in a survival dog?
In addition to having the title of “man’s best friend” there’s many good reasons to add a dog into your survival plans. They’ve got a host…
How to keep bees on the homestead
I’ve always been a big fan of honey. Slathered on some hot toast or over a pile of buttery waffles it’s one of my favorite ways…
Simple techniques to hot-wire a car
When the SHTF you’re going to need a ride, but relying on your own wheels alone is far too risky. Your car may break down or…
Key considerations for older survivalists
We’ve been on our homestead for several years now, and in that time, I’ve seen many close friends and neighbors start to struggle as they get…