Zombies are often considered a worst-case scenario, and we even planned for undead outbreaks in the military. While prepping for zombies isn’t exactly practical, it can be motivating and a means to an end with general preparedness. Plus, people can prepare however they want for whatever they want.I’ve found zombies intriguing for a long time. The popularity of zombies has exploded over the past 15 years, with video games, movies, and long-running TV shows filling out the niche. Even before that, I helped develop military plans for zombie outbreaks, remembering that there is a difference between ‘impossible’ and ‘improbable’.In this…
Peanut butter powder is a great way to add some low-fat protein to the pantry. Peanut butter has plenty of uses, and adding the powdered form to your food storage can make sense. Powdered peanuts aren’t always made the same way, so you’ll run into a variety of tastes, nutrition profiles, and shelf lives between the various brands. The best peanut butter powder is the one that maximizes these qualities without breaking any budgets.This is where we come in. We got our hands on a variety of peanut powder, compared them, taste-tested them, and now the results are in: the…
Portable and handheld fans have been around for thousands of years, but have had significant improvements over just the past few years. The best camping fans now give us high air speed, low fan noise, efficient battery use, and are versatile for many applications. Portable fans have been evolving with battery technology, so there is a wide range of lightweight fans to consider from different brands.This is where we come in. We’ve tested a variety of camping fans, compared them, and now the results are in: the overall best, a highly portable option, and a solar fan ideal for tents.…
Images by the author Trailblazer Firearms has a couple of unique products, one of which is their 9mm Pivot folding PCC… look for a review of that gun soon. Their other innovation is a folding .22LR, wallet-sized, single-shot pistol called the LifeCard. Well, OK, unless you have a humongous wallet, it wouldn’t fit, but the LifeCard isn’t a whole lot larger than some wallets. The first-generation LifeCard did fit in an Altoid box… they’re pretty tiny. So… was ist das LifeCard? Something truly unique, for sure. (Notice this one has a threaded barrel… we shot a suppressed LifeCard during my…
Spoiler Alert – The results of Extracted are discussed as we dive into the gear options for the various supply drops.Extracted is a new TV series from Fox (streaming on Hulu) that takes 12 amateur survivalists with two teammates each out to British Columbia to compete for $250,000. The survivalists are monitored by their teammates from a command center, where the team attempts to help them with supply drops and instructions. The team can also hit the big red button, extracting the survivalist, which is where the show’s name comes from.Survivalism takes a backseat to drama in this series, since…
In my most recent article, Off-Body Carry for Women, I shared my favorite products for women to carry a concealed handgun off-body. One bag not mentioned in that article, because I felt it deserved its own review, and that is great for both men and women, is the Obscura Sling Bag from Savior Equipment. This bag was released at SHOT Show, and since that week, I’ve been using it as my new off-body carry bag. It’s even been on several road trips with me so far, used on a thermal-hunting trip, and I’ve worn it to a shooting match and…
There’s no better way to end a day outside than to gather around the campfire. While we’ve all spent many an evening balancing on a log, it’s hard to beat the best camping chairs. That’s why our team has tested close to 50 over the last decade, and I’ve collected the top 14 on the market today in this guide. While no single “best” chair will suit everyone, I’ve broken the list into categories that should help you identify the ideal chair for your needs. Look to the top-pick REI Co-op Campwell if you’re after the most well-rounded available, or snag…
We all want to trust our lawmakers. The people we vote for, we want them to do what they say and to act in our interests. Where there’s tension, though, is that everyone has different interests. In Rhode Island, far too many people want gun control. For those who don’t, it means having to deal with the fallout from that. Luckily, there are things like grandfather clauses, plus every anti-gunner says they don’t want to ban guns, right? So, how bad can it be? After all, while the state passed a law banning the sale of…
Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy A. George has been relieved of his duties as part of a sudden shakeup ordered by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.Hegseth asked the top official to step down and take immediate retirement, as initially reported by multiple new outlets and confirmed to Military.com by the Pentagon. The department said George will retire effective immediately, marking one of the most significant wartime leadership shakeups since U.S. operations against Iran began in late February.George, who had been expected to serve a four-year term through 2027, is the highest-ranking officer to be pushed out since the war began.…
Two of the most common SHTF scenarios can catch you off-guard: house fires and home invasions. When something happens in the middle of the night, you don’t want to be fumbling around for your larger kits. Enter the WUSH Bag (Wake Up, Stuff’s Happening Bag). This kit is designed to be highly portable and address your immediate needs for evacuation and more.WUSH bags are still an extension or variant of everyday carry, even though they serve a specific objective. Below, we break down what exactly a WUSH bag is, how it is different than a bug out bag, and share…
Midlayers are some of the most versatile layers out there and come in all sorts of shapes and styles. If you feel that layering for the cold is tricky, or if you need an insulated jacket, our list of the best midlayers is a must-read. We’ve tested a slew of midlayer styles: full-zip jackets, hoodies, vests, puffies, and lightweight and ultralight midlayers as well. Below are our best picks for winter, with all-around solid fleece options like the Patagonia R1 Thermal to budget-wise layers like the REI Co-op Flash Hyperstretch. Our experts are a multi-sport bunch with layering needs that…
The fact that guns are being smuggled out of the United States and into Mexico is a problem. It’s not the problem the anti-gunners like to pretend it is, as if we could snap our fingers and suddenly Mexico would be a safe, welcoming place with no violence at all. I mean, the cartels are getting heavy machine guns and rocket launchers, and it’s not from Bubba’s Guns and Tackle. But smuggling is still something that needs to be addressed. It’s not that I don’t think Mexicans should have guns; it’s that I think guns…
The fight over suppressors just took a serious step toward the Supreme Court. The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms has filed an amicus brief urging the high court to take up George Peterson v. United States, a case that could directly challenge the National Firearms Act’s tax and registration requirements on suppressors. And if the Court agrees to hear it? This could be a big one. At the center of the case is a simple argument: suppressors (often mislabeled as “silencers”) are protected arms under the Second Amendment. If that’s true, CCRKBA argues, then taxing…
President Donald Trump has relieved U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, who has frequently raised the ire of pro-gun rights groups, of her AG duties. On April 2, President Trump announced the change in a Truth Social post, and quickly tabbed Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche as acting Attorney General. “Pam Bondi is a Great American Patriot and a loyal friend, who faithfully served as my Attorney General over the past year,” the president wrote. “Pam did a tremendous job overseeing a massive crackdown in crime across our Country, with murders plummeting to their lowest level since 1900.” Trump continued: “We…
There aren’t a ton of Veterans Day sales that apply to prepping supplies and survival gear. It’s close enough that many retailers just wait for the post-Thanksgiving holidays.Veterans Day is on November 11th, as always, which falls on a Tuesday this year. Sales have already started, and a few run through the end of next week. Like most roundups, we’ll keep updating as sales come and go throughout the period, so check back periodically to catch new deals. Contents (Jump to a Section) Check back through the Veterans Day period for updates. When you buy through our links, we may…
Interest in off-roading and overlanding has grown rapidly over the last decade, only accelerating during the COVID lockdowns. Hyundai has tried to tap into that market with products like the redesigned 2026 Palisade XRT Pro. Now, it seems, the Korean carmaker is getting ready to take the next big step. It rolled out the wild Crater concept at the Los Angeles Motor Show last autumn and, for those who didn’t take it seriously, followed up with the Boulder SUV at the New York International Auto Show on Wednesday. While it’s officially described as a “concept,” top Hyundai officials told me…
Ohio is a preemption state. As you no doubt know, because you’re not just a regular reader, but an individual of culture and taste, preemption means local governments can’t enact their own gun control laws outside of particular parameters explicitly given in the preemption law. For example, Georgia allows local governments to prohibit the discharge of a firearm within the city limits. However, the city of Columbus wanted to go a lot farther. They passed measures that banned so-called high-capacity magazines and the “negligent storage” of firearms. Five citizens of the city went to court over…
Every once in a while, someone explains what you’ve been feeling… but couldn’t quite put into words. This is one of those times. In a recent sit-down with Peter McCormack, macro analyst Lyn Alden didn’t sugarcoat it. She didn’t hedge it, she didn’t dress it up in economist jargon, she just said it. “Do you believe we’re living through a slow financial collapse that the majority of people don’t even recognize is happening? Her answer, “I do.” Sip on that for a moment. Because if you’ve been wondering why everything feels tighter (even when you’re making money) you’re not crazy.…
Water is a basic human need and key to survival. Methods to gather, store, and sanitize water are all important, but knowing how much water you may need is important as well. Water is heavy and takes up a lot of space when it is stored, so knowing exactly how much you need can help you plan for preparedness.That’s why we’re going over the gear that can help you store, filter, and sanitize water, as well as sharing a calculator (and the general math behind it) that will help you store the correct amount of water based on your needs…
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According to a Fox News report, Pam Bondi received The Apprentice treatment from President Donald Trump on Wednesday night and was fired as Attorney General. Fox, citing two unnamed sources, says Bondi met with Trump in the Oval Office ahead of his address to the nation, and was “on her way back to Florida” by the time the President went live. The White House, responding to a Fox News request for comment, pointed Wo the same comment the WH comms office provided to the New York Times when it asked about Bondi’s job status earlier in…
