The urban survival Category

Washed out roads

Is your bug out location or camp located on a dirt road?  If so, do any streams run under that road?  If so, what is the possibility that the road could be washed out during heavy rains? A couple of years ago some heavy rain came through and washed out a culvert on my mom…

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Posted on March 10th, 2010 in urban survival

Grills and Ice Chest

Open top grills – are good for using charcoal or small pieces of wood. Even though this grill is portable and can use either small pieces of wood or charcoal, the limiting factor is its size. Only small steaks or small sausages will fit on this grill. With this device someone could easy cook for…

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Posted on March 9th, 2010 in Survival Gear, urban survival

Fire pits

Fire pits give people the chance to sit outside and enjoy some family time together. Some areas have banned open fires, so the fire pit with a screen cover might be an alternative.

During periods of power outages, these fire pits can provide a way to cook, provide light, and some form of security for the family. Prowlers and thieves are less likely to go around where they can be seen. From the dawn of mankind, fire has provided warmth and security. These days, you just have to adapt to your surroundings. Instead of building a fire in the middle of the yard, these pits provide a defined area where its safe to build a fire.

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Posted on June 30th, 2009 in Preparedness Articles, urban survival