Movie - Leave the World Behind (on Netflix)
A description from Wikipedia: Leave the World Behind is a 2023 American apocalyptic psychological thriller film written and directed by Sam Esmail. It is based on the 2020 novel by Rumaan Alam. The...
View ArticlePerovskite solar cells/film (no silicon)
Invented by Japanese scientist Tsutomu Miyasaka, the cells use minerals forming a crystal structure called perovskite, which can be used in a device to turn the sun's rays into electricity. A key...
View ArticleThe Canned Fish (and related) Recipe Thread?
So tinned fish and other seafood (e.g., tuna, mackerel, herring, sardines, anchovies, mussels, clams, octopus, et al.) is widely available, generally inexpensive, has a decent shelf life, and has been...
View ArticleShipping containers as bunkers/etc.
Most of us have heard of burying shipping containers to use as bunkers or root cellars/etc. Most of the methods I have heard/seen are crap. This vid seems to have a handle on maybe how to do it right -...
View ArticleElectricity Shortage Warnings Grow Across U.S.
The risk of electricity shortages is rising throughout the U.S. as traditional power plants are being retired more quickly than they can be replaced by renewable energy and battery storage. Power...
View ArticleMRE chemical heaters - Expiration
Well... crap! Maybe this is common knowledge but it was news to me and found out the hard way. Evidently the chemical heaters have a "no matter how they are stored" shelf life of about 5-7 years and...
View ArticlePrepping and getting older...
Canadian Prepper had a video a long time ago that stood out to me, it was about being a prepper in old age. The premise was, when you're 60, 70, etc. what is the point of prepping? We all have our time...
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The coming blackouts. Do NOT say you were not warned
The coming blackouts. Do NOT say you were not warned hotair.com "The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) has released its latest reliability assessment for the summer of 2022 and,...
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If you had to cut thru a road gate - what would you use?
SHTF Scenario: It is the zombie apocalypse. WROL. You are running away (in a vehicle) for your life. Time is an issue. You encounter a forest road gate: Your vehicle cannot get around it. You...
View ArticleSupply Chain issues
My daughter has first management job at auto-glass replacement place in Seattle. She previously alerted me to a glass shortage (auto and home). This weekend she said there is a shortage coming soon on...
View ArticleThe Riot Gun Thread ...
For many decades now, the "riot gun" shotgun has been often viewed as the quintessential preparedness arm for defense of hearth and home during civil unrest and related. Often simple, effective,...
View Articleany of you lose power?
we've been on and off generator back up for 3 days have 220v on the generator for the well at least I can run 10 hrs on 5 gal of gas - have 15 gal in reserve
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Is the US better prepared for a nuclear blast today than it was 60 years ago?
Is the US better prepared for a nuclear blast today than it was 60 years ago? Despite advances in technology and decades of research, experts worry we are still underprepared to handle a blast – and...
View ArticleNEBO Flashlight Problems
I recently bought my 6th NEBO LED light, the smaller ones (AA cells) for the nightstand, car, etc. ALL of them have had problems such as the red won't work, the white light won't stay on, or the light...
View ArticleThinking about emergency food in my Willys jeep
Ok I have talked about my 48 Willys CJ-2A before its been built with the idea of LONG trips some of them into the much less traveled parts of the PNW. I am currently finishing up the Structured...
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When second count, 9-1-1 is only ten minutes away
Stay salty boys and girls. The police aren't going to help you. 1 minute and 27 seconds: How Portland 911 wait times grew amid January’s deadly storm Portland's Bureau of Emergency Communications was...
View ArticleIf WW 3 or China Wars comes...what to stock up on??
Other than routine comprehensive preps, anything special if WW 3 or China Wars comes? Special arms? Preps?
View ArticleEfficient in the Field - A YouTube Channel for Survivalist Enthusiasts
I recently came across an intriguing YouTube channel called "Efficient in the Field". The creator of this channel has spent four decades honing his survival skills and applying the 80/20 rule to his...
View ArticleLets Just Say, The Crap Hits The Fan!
If the crap really did hit the fan, would you rather have 7 or 8- 9mm's and a bunch of the same ammo? Or would you rather have 5 or 6 nines and a couple of 45's but you have to store a bunch of...
View Articlechain saw sharpening - square cut or round cut
if someone needs or wants to survive after SHTF, or even during a severe winter storm like we just had - then you need a chainsaw your choice of chainsaw is like your choice of firearm - not the intent...
View ArticleDrudge - Serious National Security Threat
This news is also breaking and details are sparse. Being a prepper I like to scrounge around and keep up with war related news, especially when it comes to Russia/China and the mid-east. So the word is...
View ArticleSurvive a civil war
New movie coming out about another civil war in America. Looks interesting and will come out the spring before the election so it should market well. Watch the video and see if you can think about...
View ArticleHAM Radio Starter Kit - Information for Beginners
***UPDATED*** 5/6/2014 (See NW Ham Club Links at the end) ***UPDATED*** 5/7/2014 (Added Washington HAM Clubs) ***UPDATED*** 10/24/2014 (Added Software Defined Radio info) ***UPDATED*** 11/14/2014...
View ArticlePreparing for Lack of Water World
If one has been following the trends in the west concerning water, it may be alarming and prompt change in life plans and/or preps. (There is another thread on the topic, but I didn't want to derail...
View ArticleBuried Quonset hut bunker
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJgVIEC84zg&ab_channel=KirstenDirksen
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BallistiCrete building material
Looks like there is now a NIJ Level 3 or Level 4 building material that can be applied over existing Sheetrock, plaster, etc. Would be interested to learn more about their testing process, but sounds...
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If you were going to bury a stash
Lets say hypothetically that some of you dont entirely trust your government or just want a backup stash of useful items in the advent of disaster or house fire. If you were burying a stash somewhere...
View ArticleATM's down today? 3/3/2024
I went to 5 ATM's here in Salem, OR and they were all not available. they were on, it read your card, but then said the ATM was not available. I started thinking, oooohhh .. its hitting the fan!
View ArticleHOME MADE plate armor
View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uxRJPVhuxh8 This is something simple and easy to put together and it offers a decent level of protection.
View ArticleSHTF Comms? What are you using?
Something I haven't seen talked about much in prep is communications - the ability to call for help or coordinate with family, neighbors, or members of your group. Does your prep include methods of...
View ArticleWhat are folks using for SHTF Comms
Curious what folks are using for Comms if/when crap hits the fan?
View ArticleHow Modern Combat is Evolving
Found this video interview with a couple people who've spent the past 2 years fighting in Ukraine. Some interesting takeaways about how modern combat is evolving, particularly around using technology....
View ArticleWhere am I? Where am I going? MAPS - and other boring questions
Hey there guys! I have a few questions regarding navigation. I am looking to find some high quality *printed* and preferably laminated maps of the local areas. I would like some maps of the springfield...
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Post your prepper watch pics
My two go-to's are the Rangeman and old school 5600. Also have a few automatics for reeeeal long term shtf situations. But my dream watch would be the Marathon GSAR..maybe the wife will surprise me...
View ArticleCan’t buy fish antibiotics on Amazon and other sites anymore?
Can't find Fish Mox Forte or Fish Cin anywhere anymore…what gives? Are they into us? Lol You can still buy on eBay but who knows if it's authentic.
View ArticleDownsides to precious metals?
My stepfather has been investing in silver, gold, and the like for about forty years. He's at a point where he sees it more as passing on legacy. Mom sees it more as a hassle. Short of having a very...
View ArticleGood survivalist / prepper vehicle
This one: 1991 FORD F700 ARMORED TRUCK | KENMORE HEAVY EQUIPMENT, CONTRACTORS EQUIPMENT & VEHICLES - ONLINE AUCTION | James G. Murphy Co. KENMORE HEAVY EQUIPMENT, CONTRACTORS EQUIPMENT &...
View Article23 States Move to Reclaim Silver & Gold as Legal Tender
23 States That article is dated almost a year ago. From the article: "On the pathway": Alaska Arkansas Arizona Idaho Iowa Kansas Kentucky Maine Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana New Jersey Oregon...
View ArticleWhat did you do today to prep?
This is not meant as a discussion thread. Just what you did today to prep. If you didn't do anything, please don't post, but feel free to read what others have done to prep. I stole the thread idea...
View ArticleWashington State has highest burglary rate in nation
"Spiking crime in Washington has led to the Evergreen State now holding the highest burglary rate in the US. An analysis of FBI crime data revealed that Washington had 548.4 burglaries per 100,000...
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