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Author Archive for Ben Sobieck
How to Control Fear in a Survival Situation
Go ahead, buy all the gear you want. But if you don’t know how to control fear, all the fancy knives and freeze-dried chemistry in the world won’t make a bit of different. You’ll be too out of yourself to use them.
It’s Time to Rethink Squirrel Hunting
Squirrels are the perfect survival food, and they taste better than you’d think. It’s time to rethink squirrel hunting.
Juicing Tips for the Self-Sufficient Lifestyle
Power juicers aren’t the first gadget that come to mind when considering the Living Ready lifestyle. Here are some juicing tips that should help anyone interested in self-sufficiency.
What Do You Think About the President’s Gun Plan?
On Jan. 16, President Barack Obama unveiled 23 executive orders and a four-point legislative plan as part of a package of gun control measures. They reflected the results of firearms discussions led by the White House after the Sandy Hook mass murders. The firearms community hasn’t stopped talking since, and neither have many people [...]
Tips for Getting Through a Winter Blackout
Being prepared and thinking smart will take the edge off a winter blackout. Here are a few tips.
Tornado Survival Lessons from 2012 Christmas Day Storms
Here are three important tornado survival lessons learned from the 2012 Christmas Day storms that rocked the southeastern United States.
Video: How to Make a Manual Well Pump
This video explains how to make a manual well pump. It’s an innovative way to solve the water problem during a blackout.
Video: How to Wire a Generator to a House
This video explains how to wire a generator to a house. Includes safety tips and debunks a common myth about using generators.
Photos: How to Make a Survival Bracelet
This photo series explains how to make a survival bracelet. This handy, portable survival essential worn around the wrist provides cordage at an instant’s notice. Cordage, as prepared individuals know, is one of the most versatile items one can carry.
3 Survival Lessons Learned from Hurricane Sandy
Hurricane Sandy left an indelible impression on the northeastern United States. The survival lessons it forced people to learn could be applied to nearly all natural disasters. Here are three key takeaways from the tragedy worth considering.
