Lighten Your Load in an Emergency
Imagine that you’re in a survival situation and your bug-out bag is so heavy you can’t keep up. Well, here are some items I recommend removing to lighten your load so you can actually bug out when you need to.
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This Attack Would Bring America to Its Knees
This week’s articles cover the likelihood of a widespread blackout occurring here in the U.S. and what you can do to prepare. You’ll also read about an inspiring act of canine bravery, tips for surviving a terrorist vehicle attack and more.
Make Your Home Less Vulnerable to Fire
Early on a Tuesday morning in the middle of May, a family of four in Novi, Michigan, watched their home burn. It’s terrifying to think about, but this could happen to anyone. Luckily, there are a few things you can do to reduce the potential for a fire to destroy your home. Here are my top five.
Just What the Doctor Ordered
Is it legal for a convicted felon to carry a NOC Knife? Exactly many bug-out bags should you keep in your vehicle? What’s the best method of nonlethal self-defense? This week’s mailbag covers all this and more…
Not Just Another Day at the Office
We have seen this scenario before: where disgruntled employees target their former co-workers. So today, I want to cover some workplace safety tips that will help protect you and your coworkers in the event of such a tragedy.
Cool, Calm and Collected: How to Handle a Crisis
Everyone handles stressful situations differently. Some people prepare and practice, and some people… mow the lawn.
The Simplest Way to Collect Rainwater
Today, we’re going to discuss an easy, cost-effective method of collecting and storing rainwater. But before we do, there are two things you need to consider…
Double Your Chances of Survival
Your weekly dose of recommendations and analysis is about to double. That’s right, folks: Black Bag Confidential is moving to six days a week. You’ll begin receiving brand-new, exclusive content every Monday through Saturday. Hold onto your hats…
Where to Find Military-Grade Survival Gear
Today, I discuss a few types of survival gear you can find great deals on at military surplus stores. If you’re prepping on a budget, these stores are a great place to start.
The Terror Threat Is Worse Than You Think
It’s not often I read something that keeps me awake at night or makes my jaw hit the floor, but this week’s batch of must-read articles did both. Read on to find out why.