The Complete Bug In Guide: Navy SEAL Home Defense & Survival Strategies

by Jay Speakman

Bugging in, is often the safer choice when disaster strikes. This Navy SEAL inspired bug in guide provides a clear stay-or-go framework, layered home security, water and food stockpiles, backup power, medical readiness, OPSEC and communications, plus CBRN and EMP preparedness to keep your family resilient and self-reliant.

By Jeff Edwards
DIY Gas Masks: The Dangerous Truth About Homemade Gas Masks

DIY “gas masks” cobbled from soda bottles, duct tape, or BBQ charcoal may look resourceful, but they offer almost no real protection against tea...
By Rebekah Brown
Overcoming Challenges in Military Personal Protective Equipment Sizing

Properly fitting respirators are mission-critical for service members exposed to CBRN threats, smoke, and airborne hazards. Because face shapes—...
By Jeff Edwards
How the California Fair Plan Fire Insurance May Break the Average Homeowner

When the Palisades Fire scorched Los Angeles this summer, it exposed a stark truth: even “last‑resort” safety nets can fail. California’s Fair P...
By Rebekah Brown
Snow Storm Watch Issued: How to Prepare for Severe Snow Storms Ahead

What if your tap ran dry tomorrow? From knowing how your water is sourced and when outages may hit, to building a robust emergency water cache a...
By Jeff Edwards
Exploring the Essentials of Urban vs Suburban vs Rural Preparedness

Whether you live downtown, in the suburbs, or off the beaten path, your emergency plan must fit your surroundings. City dwellers need fast‑evacu...