Beware Fake Civilian MRE’s

These were not even close to military spec. In fact probably expired when I got them. I bought them a long time ago. They were supposed to be Military M.R.E. With heaters. if they were sold as camping or some other kind of M.R.E. then that would be ok. But they said 100% military issue. I think they were expired M.R.E.’s and repackaged then sold as new.

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Magnesium Duct Tape Fire Starter

This is another great idea Duct Tape has so many many many usages. This is another great one. I am going to start making these in advance . Im tired of wind blowing my  magnesium dust everywhere. With this I can just put it in the pile i’m lighting. I’m thinking now I bet i could drill a chap bar from Harbor freight ( Like the one i’m using )…

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Improvised chest seal Occlusive Dressing

I dont know why you would not buy a real seal but anything is better then dead in an emergency.   In an emergency an improvised Occlusive Dressing can be a life saver. It’s best to have a real one in your kit. they run about 25 bucks. and you could easily make out of plastic and tape. But I carry this and a cheap extra.

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Refugee Bags: A Controversial Topic

http://youtu.be/yQjrrcmrMDs   Refugee Bags: A Controversial Topic. “Why is the default thought that I should give my hard earned prepps away?” So what’s the problem (other than room, I guess) with stocking up when with packages that can be handed out in a crisis for what you paid? So long as you weren’t profiteering. for three to five dollars, you could have a pretty useful short term survival handout for…

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Solar Power Where To Start

  Here is the link to the one i have. Solar battery charger is where I think everyone should at least start. Solar 11-in-1 Battery Charger Solar battery charger. Recharge batteries with the sun! Charges 11 different NiCd and NiMH battery sizes (AAA, AA, C, D, and 7 GUM sizes) Never be without power again! Charges 2 pcs of NIMH or NiCad “D”/”C”/”AA”/”AAA” size rechargeable batteries Adjustable top lid and…

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