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Turn a 2-Liter bottle into a 50 watt lightbulb (w/ video)
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I was cruising the inter-webs and came across this video. It shows how to turn a 2-liter bottle of water into a lightbulb rated at 50 watts. :up:
If the video does not work, go... more
Sutures and needles
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I was wondering if anyone has gone through this process yet. A large selection of needles and sutures are available in so many styles and sizes it overwhelming. I want to be able to close internal wounds and major skin cuts. I need... more
Oh no!!! shtf right now!!! Nuclear attacks on the USA are happening!!!... (this is just a drill)
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As soon as you open this thread understand that I am conducting a drill to see if you are prepared. Specifically Americans, but the whole world will be effected.... more
Letting go of your dreams for SHTF
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I am a wedding coordinator and floral designer. I am also preparing my family for SHTF. I don't know what will happen,or where my family will end up at.I have been stocking up on supplies and learning new skills.I... more
.44 Magnum: Hands down the best survival cartridge!
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Okay, okay I know I just pissed a lot of you off... but I ask you take a moment and a calming breath.... I did not say the .44 mag is the best cartridge in a protracted firefight... I did not say... more

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How to keep the flies away
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Here's a little trick I learned last year when I spent some time in south TX. It may be common knowledge to some, but it was news to me. Take a clear plastic bag, drop a... more
YouTube Vid: how to field dress a deer/Warning Graphic
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Look everyone has their own way to do this... doing is better than watching but I cant bring all of you here to New Mexico... as a guide I also know... more
I am changing my way of living.
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Come this March, I am leaving society. 17 Years old, way over my head, but I would rather live natural and with nature than live with pointless worries and a perverted truth.... more
We won't do it...
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I got to thinking (one of the more dangerous things I do). There are countless people, mostly men, who would love to break off from society and live a self-sustaining life. That's great... more
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Non Lethal Police Weapons - What You Should Know
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The scenario is this, the financial system is in near collapse, order has broken down, there's trouble on the streets, it's not quite martial law, but police... more
Three Pounds of Sweet Chestnuts Foraged!
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Ok so a little while ago i made a thread entitled, . This year as always i've been out foraging and i had the best haul of chestnuts ever! Actually i could have... more
Archery Question
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I'm thinking of buying a bow for archery training and hunting. What is the best or most popular bow for women, or does it matter? The reason I ask is because I don't have a lot of upper... more
Long term storage of Ammo
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over the years I've heard a lot of crazy... s hi t.. on how to do this properly... Ammo makers, OLIN, Winchester, Remington other's design their ammo to be stored indefinitely...... more

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Bulk Dehydrated foods at Costco
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Glenn Beck actually mentioned this on the radio today. They have one year of food for one person at Costco for $799.00. There are many other lower priced options and it looks reasonable.... more
Survival! Easier than you think!
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This thread will hopefully educate you on Survival in a woodland area of moderate temperatures (20 degrees in the winter 80 or so in the summer). This is not surviving after a plane... more
learn how to eat simply so you dont need much to survive
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the less types of food you need to eat to survive and the more simply you can do it , the better your chances. people need to realize they can actually... more
DIY inexpensive high volume crystal clear Drinking Water Filtration
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Using Diatomaceous Earth, Sand, Silver Mesh, and homemade Activated Charcoal inexpensive high volume water filters can be no prolem for extensive periods.... more
The threat of “martial law” is a red herring
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A topic that has made the rounds in the “patriot” community for years is the threat of martial law being imposed on the US. Martial law is basically “The... more
Gun Control & nieghbors
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I figure its photoshopped but none the less, I got a kick out of it! If everyone of the anti-gun ppl had to deal with this , I think they may change their minds! Guns are... more
Please, Help: 1 month stored food... what?
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Hi! So FINALLY, my mother has agreed to buy a list of food (and other stuff) that would cause 3 people to survive in relative comfort for 1 month.
This would be... more
Weapons For Survival Part III
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Folding Knives As requested this is my take on folding knives. First let me say that I am not completely unfamiliar with folders. In fact I carry 2 each and every day of my... more
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Your Melee Weapon
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Short and simple question what is your Ideal melee weapon? I want to see the different weapons of different people and why you choose that particular weapon. Me personality I would have... more
Call off your dogs!
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Alright... Let's assume that Sit X has occured, you have your palace in the woods (or anywhere else), and you are tucking in for a bit, but unknown to you is that the dogs of the area,... more
can you kill an animal by hand?
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There are two reasons for this thread: First off, if you were stuck to find food, and you didn't have a gun or bow. Is it possible in anyway to actually sneak up on a deer or... more
Building a hiding shelter in my Basement
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Hello All, I am looking to build me a Nice safe and clean hideout in the basement, which can be hiding from anyone who doesnt know it is there and CHEAP. So in case anything... more
Red Green or yellow Scopes
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Looking at getting a new dot scope and I am kinda confused by what is best. Ive seen red dot scopes, green dot scopes, yellow dot scopes. Ive also seen a red green dot scope and a yellow... more
Survival- Above and Beyond
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My goal here is to provide a resource that is different than any of the other threads in here. I’ve noticed with many of the survival equipment type threads of recent that there has... more
Black powder Firearms for survival
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Is the simplicity of the black powder firearms going to make them a viable system for hunting and protection if one is living off the land? Giving the reliability and better... more
Urban Survival, Lights Out, No phones!
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Location: Urban area (insert location here) People: Myself, and my girlfriend. Supply: Food, and water for 1 week. Seabags, knife, warm clothing, boots, blankets (both... more
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Download ALL Military Manuals FREE!
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I've downloaded many of these for myself and for my friends. Here is the link: This link has manuals from the Army, Navy, Air Force,... more
Homemade Groceries & Supplies
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When you absolutely, positively must have it today and the local grocery store has been hit by a large meteor...... Lard: Cut away every little bit... more
Who needs the MSM to get the news? Nobody! Free To Air Satellite
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Who needs the MSM to get the news? Nobody! In this thread, I'll cover a subject that no media outlet or broadcasting... more
Hello Fellow Survivalists!!! I'm Your New FSME...
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Hello Everyone!!! Names Semper and I'm here to help.. A little bit about me.. In the Marines I was in a STA Platoon which... more
HOT TOPICS (120 DAYS)
If USA falls, where would you move to?
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In the current economical situation America is in, and all those predictions out there in the new future about the dumping of the dollar and such, where... more
Basic Marksmanship (Proper Sight Alignment)
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Sometimes we long time shooters get so caught up in the latest toys we forget not everyone has been taught the basics and the first and most... more
Here's what I'm stocking up on, How about you?
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We have all seen the many threads on what to put in our Bug Out Bags and I have successful built one hell of a B.O.B. because of ALOT of... more
Weapons for Survival Part 1
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Weapons for Survival Part 1 Firearms I want to examine at length a very popular subject in regards to survival here at ATS, Weapons... I decided... more

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