Got plastic bags? They could save your life! Today we’re sharing a list compiled by the folks at PlasticPlace.com of the many preparedness uses for plastic bags (plus a little commentary by me anywhere you see these blue italics). From making cordage to collecting water to emergency signalling, the survival uses for plastic bags are […]
Archives for October 2015
Don’t Toss that Wax! Make an Instant Fire Starter from Your Scented Wax Melter
Okay, I know most of you have some sort of melter for scented wax in your house, right? Yes? I held out for a lot of years, but finally got convinced to get one by a friend of mine. So now I have a stinky wax melter in my house and it smells divine. Especially […]
72 Hour Emergency Kit Series Week 9: Documents
In case of an emergency, and especially one requiring an evacuation, you’ll want to be able to easily prove you are who you say you are and you own what you say you own. You may need to be cleared by authorities to regain access to your home, prove your identity to travel, or claim […]