Survival 101
AMERICA IN THE DARK: The Danger of a National Blackout
How long would it take to get America's power grid back up and running after a nationwide blackout? According to Snyder Reports, America could...
Putting Some Power Away in the Pantry: Part 12
So you've built your own microgrid, batteries included. Now what are you going to do with all that power? When the grid goes down,...
Checklist: Before Tom Sawyer Leaves the Dock
Originally posted May 22, 2026.
Your Survival Guy’s boat, Tom Sawyer, is in the water and will be ready to go after I load up...
DANGEROUS: Fake Wi-Fi In the Sky
You have probably enjoyed the growing availability of wi-fi connections on flights, as airlines deliver the internet (sometimes for a fee) to passengers who...
DROUGHT: Prepare for Water Rationing
You need water to live. And you need it for other comforts like hygiene, lawn/garden care, washing your car, etc. But what happens when...
