Arcturusschool1 When the power goes out in the dead of winter, staying warm and safe becomes a top priority. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you survive—and even stay relatively comfortable—during a winter blackout. 1. Create a Warm Core Zone• Isolate to One Small Room: Choose the smallest room in your home with the fewest windows. This … Read more
1. Knot-Tying Can you tie an Evenk Hitch or a Taut-Line Hitch to secure a ridgeline for shelter? If not, you should learn. Why it matters: • Knots save lives—literally. • Improper knots can lead to collapsed shelters or lost gear. • Mastering knots means mastering control over your environment. 2. Shelter Building Do … Read more
Shepherd’s pie is a savory baked dish consisting of minced meat topped with mashed potatoes and baked until golden. Its roots lie in the British Isles, where it emerged as a practical solution for households to repurpose leftover meat. The term shepherd’s pie was first recorded in Scotland in 1849. It was distinguished from cottage pie … Read more
Surviving radiation after a nuclear event requires both immediate protective action and long-term medical management. Radiation exposure can cause acute radiation syndrome, internal contamination, cutaneous injuries, and delayed effects such as cancer. The first step is to seek shelter in a reinforced or underground location to minimize exposure. Decontamination is critical—removing contaminated clothing and washing … Read more
The threat of nuclear attack is one of the most sobering realities of modern life. While the likelihood may seem remote, history and current global tensions remind us that preparedness is not paranoia—it is prudence. Surviving such an event requires understanding the dangers, planning ahead, and acting decisively when the unthinkable happens. The Threats A … Read more
A dislocated shoulder is a painful and often alarming injury, but in many cases, it can be treated effectively without surgery. Among the various reduction techniques, the Cunningham method stands out for its simplicity, gentleness, and reliance on the body’s natural relaxation response. This technique uses traction, muscle relaxation, and massage—particularly of the trapezius, deltoid, … Read more
Imagine the unthinkable: a nuclear World War III. Not a distant nightmare, but a real, unfolding catastrophe. Cities vanish in seconds. Infrastructure collapses. The air becomes poison. And for those who survive the initial blast, a slower, invisible killer begins its work—radiation. If a nuclear event were to strike the United States, the aftermath would be … Read more
When the grid goes down, access to hospitals, pharmacies, and emergency services may be severely limited. Preparing now with the right medical supplies and knowledge can mean the difference between resilience and vulnerability. Stocking up is not just about having bandages—it’s about building a comprehensive medical kit and the know-how to use it. Essential Medical ReferencesKnowledge … Read more
In the raw, merciless wilderness of early 1800s America, where nature didn’t care who you were or how tough you thought you were, one man proved that survival isn’t about strength—it’s about mindset. His name was Hugh Glass, and his story is a masterclass in grit, willpower, and the unshakable belief that you don’t quit, … Read more
When the lights go out and the trucks stop rolling, it’s too late to wonder what you should’ve stocked. In a world where the rule of law collapses and survival becomes a daily fight, food isn’t just sustenance—it’s power, leverage, and life itself. This isn’t about comfort. It’s about calories, shelf life, and the cold … Read more
