Tag: DIY

DIY Improvised Charcoal Filter

DIY Improvised Charcoal Filter Use of charcoal as a filter has been around for years. It removes sediments, contaminants and even improves the taste. It is amazing as you watch the dirty water filter through and become before your eyes a clear drinkable life source. It’s often the method preferred by survivalists and those experienced …

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DIY Canned Goods Storage

DIY Canned Goods Storage   Having enough food for a SHTF situation is everyone’s goal, the only problem with lots of food is storage! I found a great tutorial which shows us how to make our own canned food storage holder that can be mounted to wall like the one pictured above or add sides and create …

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The Ultimate Guide To Dehydrating

The Ultimate Guide To Dehydrating   Preppers, homesteaders, busy moms, and frugal families all dehydrate foods. For long term storage, preserving the year’s harvest, ease of use and to be able to take advantage of sales at the market or a generous friend’s over abundant garden gifts. Dehydrating is an awesome way to store food for long …

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Building a PVC Survival Cache

Building a PVC Survival Cache This PVC pipe survival cache is the brain child of John from Ohio and submitted to SHTF & Prepping Central. He created his thinking it was a good safety measure for the possibility of a SHTF event where he may have to go without his gear or if his gear were …

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DIY Berkey Water Filter

DIY Berkey Water Filter

DIY  Berkey Water Filter       If you bought a Berkey water filter online you are probably looking between 200 and 300 bucks! The high price is because they work so well and are trusted! Did you know you can make one yourself for literally half the price if not less? Berkey filters are …

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DIY Inexpensive Bike Trailer

DIY Inexpensive Bike Trailer Bikes are great SHTF vehicles! No fuel required human powered transportation. Easy mobility on debris covered streets and a silent mode of transportation. But that little basket we attach to the front for carrying goods just isn’t going to cut it in on a scavenging mission! This little trailer could be used for hauling your bug …

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Building a Soda Can Solar Heater

Building a Soda Can Solar Heater It may be the summer months and we are all thinking about cooling off rather than heating up. What better time to prepare for the winter months! Right now you can do the construction outdoors leaving less clean up chores. A solar heater made from soda cans can’t help but …

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