Issue 30

A sharp knife is a safe knife — anyone who has ever struggled with a dull blade knows how dangerous it can be. These pocket-sized…

Check out the Issue 30 edition of Gear Up for the latest survival gear from Kelty, Prometheus Design Werx, LOWA, Streamlight, Mammut, and more!

Our Parental Preps column offers tips for family prepping, as well as making our kids and communities safer.

In this issue’s "What If?" column, we consider an aggressive home intruder with unknown intentions that could be kidnapping, abduction, or worse.

Old doesn’t always equate to outdated or obsolete! We hope that one or more of these historic survival foods will inspire you to try something…

In 2006, Kim’s world was torn apart. She endured brutal sexual violence at the hands of a stranger in the perceived safety of her own…

By pairing one of these trap triggers with a snare or deadfall, you’ll be able to bring small game to the dinner plate rather than…

Making soap can be a fun home hobby, and it can even be a gateway into prepping for people who aren’t sure about stockpiling beans…

The Klim Arsenal vest was designed for endurance motorcycle racers. While it may not have been built as a survival product, it absolutely holds its…

We’re going to break down some lessons for teaching kids to hunt. With proper planning, your child will be less nervous and confident to pull…

While an assortment of basic tools is critical, some jobs require tools that are more specialized. Often, a specialty tool can save hours of needless…

The Kel-Tec KSG and the SRM 1216 are two excellent high-capacity tactical shotguns, and they provide considerable close-quarters firepower.

In "waste Land," Hanson photographically documents various toxic waste locations across 45 states that require a long-term abatement plan.

Shock is a devastating process that has about a 50% mortality rate in the hospital setting. In a survival situation, it'll be a challenge to…