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Video: Peeling & Eating Barrel Cactus

Survival

Video: Peeling & Eating Barrel Cactus

Cactus can be a bit tricky to deal with as a result of its spines, but many types contain useful moisture and edible...

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Gear

New: UCO Ware All-in-One Mess Kits

Gear

New: UCO Ware All-in-One Mess Kits

UCO has released new all-in-one mess kits with a bowl, plate, and...

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Gear

New: Grey Ghost Gear T.Q. Hydration Pack

Gear

New: Grey Ghost Gear T.Q. Hydration Pack

Grey Ghost Gear has released a new small backpack that can carry a 3L...

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All Bug-Out Articles

January 10, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Video: 10/22 Takedown Backpacker Build

We've seen many 10/22 Takedown builds over the years, but Alexander Crown posted a video that shows off some clever bug-out gun mods we hadn't…

January 9, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Water Management Planning for Survival

So, you have your bug-out bag all ready to go. You’re ready for a SHTF scenario. But, do you have a water management plan?

January 8, 2019 :: By Offgrid Staff

Brown Baggin' It: An Overview of MREs

In any SHTF scenario, your primary goal is to survive and thrive, and you'll need calories to do so. MREs can provide long-lasting nutrition.

January 4, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Bug-Out Planning 101

No matter your level of prepping experience or training, bug-out planning will provide you with a good starting point to survive almost any situation.

January 2, 2019 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Ham Radio Fundamentals

Ham radio takes radio communications to the next step. These radios are capable of using much more power than Citizens Band (CB), meaning more distance.

December 31, 2018 :: By Offgrid Staff

Off-Grid and In Touch: Satellite Phones for Survival

Just because you’re off-grid doesn’t mean you have to be out of touch. Satellite phones are as simple to operate as dialing a phone.

December 30, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Preppi: An Absurd $5,000 "Ultra Luxe" Bug-Out Bag

The Preppi Prepster Ultra Luxe is a pre-made bug-out bag that contains essentials such as a scented votive candle, hair conditioner, and a caviar cooler.

December 29, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Review: DGT Shadrach Neck Knife

The DGT Shadrach is a compact neck knife made from 154CM steel, and it features a FireCord handle wrap and integrated ferrocerium rod fire-starter.

December 28, 2018 :: By Patrick McCarthy

Shrink Your Drink: Collapsible Water Bottle Buyer's Guide

Once you drink every drop, hard plastic or metal water bottles get lighter, but not smaller. These collapsible water bottles compress when not in use.