Generators of all shapes and sizes are useful for preparedness, but portable generators bring the versatility preppers are looking for. They provide energy through regional disasters and emergencies but also have the versatility to be used for mobile prepping projects or bug out locations. There are many brands and types of portable gas generators to consider. This is where we come in. We’ve researched the best portable generators, put them to the test, and now the results are in: the overall best, a budget option, and an upgrade option. If you need to keep electronics running in an emergency ..read more

This is an updated Prepper Mother’s Day Gift Idea Guide, first published in 2017. Check back every year to find the best Mother’s Day gifts for that tough-to-buy-for prepper in your life (or to update your own wish list). Mother’s Day is a great opportunity to show the wonderful moms in your life how much you care with a gift or a gesture. Your mother may have been the biggest influence you have ever had or she may have been just there for you in thick and thin. She took care of you and taught you what you know in those early years of your life. Many prepping skills have been passed through th ..read more

Sometimes, a typical in-place survival kit just isn’t enough. One of those times is in the event of a nuclear attack, accident, or radiation emergency. That is where a nuclear survival kit comes in. Designed for personal protection and to be paired with any traditional survival kit or bug out bag, a nuclear survival kit can give you the resources to navigate one of the worst-case scenarios possible in the modern world. This kit isn’t for everybody, but if you want to be prepared for a nuclear event, we’ve got you covered. Below we break down what a nuclear survival kit is, how essential items ..read more

This is an updated review of the best Geiger counter. Our first roundup was several years ago and we will continue to update as new products are released and as more radiation detection equipment becomes available. A Geiger counter can be a niche tool for preparedness, but it is one of those tools that is irreplaceable when you actually need it. There are many types of Geiger counters available and they are not just used during radiological emergencies. Demand in the industrial sector drives down the costs of Geiger counters for everyone. This is good news for emergency responders, preppers, a ..read more

Finally, you can get antibiotics for emergency storage. Everyone needs a medicine plan for emergencies, and one of the main battles when storing antibiotics is simply getting them. Getting FDA-approved antibiotics requires you to have a prescription, which is thankfully much easier now with emergency prescription companies. With a quick survey and review with a doctor, prepper antibiotic issues are in the past. There are a few options to consider when it comes to antibiotics for prepping long-term medical storage: value, antibiotic type, ease of obtaining, etc. This is where we come in. We’ve ..read more

When it comes to survival and outdoor preparedness, a reliable and versatile shovel can be an indispensable tool. The best survival shovels are designed to handle a wide range of tasks, from digging and trenching to chopping and prying. Whether you’re camping, hiking, or preparing for emergencies, a high-quality survival shovel can be a valuable asset in various situations. There are many brands and types of shovels to choose from. This is where we come in. We’ve researched the best survival shovels, put them to the test, and now the results are in: the overall best e-tool, a trowel option, an ..read more

A survival axe doesn’t have to be anything fancy. Sure, you could pick up a ‘tactical tomahawk’, but is it really that practical? Well, after some testing we can assure you that it’s not as good as an axe… at being an axe. Sometimes you need to ignore the marketing and hype and go with tried-and-true tools that are quality-made to get serious jobs done. Survival is about as serious as it gets, and that’s why we sought out the best survival axe. There are a lot of options to consider when it comes to axes: weight distribution, head type, handle type, etc. This is where we come in. We’ve researc ..read more

Blisters, seam irritation, bunching, fungus, and even trench foot: all of these are what happens when you have a bad pair of socks. Even if you don’t experience any of these problems, poorly made socks wearing thin and developing holes is annoying. I’m not particularly tough on my feet, but I have worn holes through bad-quality socks in a matter of weeks. Nobody wants to be constantly shopping for socks. This is not something you want to deal with in a survival situation. We’ve been researching this one for a while, testing a wide variety of socks to find the best suited for survival condition ..read more

Air is one of those things you can’t live without for very long. It’s an often overlooked part of preparedness and safety even though it is one of our biggest vulnerabilities. Filters and gas masks have become an integral part of protecting the air we breathe. Gas masks protect us from some of the nastiest threats including nuclear fallout, viruses, and chemical weapons. Gas masks may seem stereotypical but they are important protective equipment for many situations. Sticklers may insist on calling them ‘protective masks’ since they can protect you from more than just gas. A gas mask has alrea ..read more

This is an updated review of the best survival backpack. Our first review was seven years ago and we will continue to update as new products are released and as we test even more tactical, hiking, and travel bags. A good survival backpack will hold your gear and get you to where you need to go when things go south. The best survival backpack will get you there easier, smarter, and for less money. There are plenty of backpack types and brands to consider for bugging out. That’s where we come in. We’ve researched and reviewed the top bags and put them through the paces. The results are in: the o ..read more