Modern survival and preparedness forums - Information for wilderness and urban preppers during uncertain times. Bushcraft, Firearms and self sufficiency. Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:38:27 +0000 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:38:27 +0000 Survival Monkey Forums https://www.survivalmonkey.com/forums/survival-articles.90/ Wed, 11 Mar 2026 15:45:04 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/thoughts-on-survival-medicine.164/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/thoughts-on-survival-medicine.164/ invalid@example.com (phishi) phishi
Thoughts on Survival Medicine]]> 26 Fri, 16 Jan 2026 21:26:37 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/survival-first-aid.49568/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/survival-first-aid.49568/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey
Disease, infection and often, insect bites can be avoided when maintaining a proper diet. It is important to bathe daily but if this is not possible be sure to wash your hands frequently. Soap can be made using ashes and animal fat or by boiling the inner bark...

Survival First Aid]]> 9 Sun, 14 Sep 2025 12:45:36 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/radiation-101.49545/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/radiation-101.49545/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey
DOSIMETERS are one of the most useful of radiation instruments. Radiation is undetectable by humans as it has no smell, feel or other indicator of it's presence. It causes cumulative damage to the body over time. The amount you receive in a period of time is known as DOSE. If you are exposed to a RATE of 10 rads for 2 hours you then receive a DOSE of 20 rads. To measure RATE one needs a RATE meter, such as...

Radiation 101]]> 35 Sat, 09 Aug 2025 20:55:17 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/start-a-fire-using-a-flint-sparking-tool.49564/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/start-a-fire-using-a-flint-sparking-tool.49564/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey
If there is no dry stuff to be found, find a dead fall, dead branch, etc. and either split it open or hack at it until you have a section that is dry.

As you are splitting this open, you will find ample opportunity to select relatively dry splinters and smaller sections of wood....

Start a Fire Using a Flint Sparking Tool]]> 20 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:36:11 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/human-blood-type-compatibility-charts.49555/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/human-blood-type-compatibility-charts.49555/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey +++ Please read this entire page! Update at bottom: There seems to be some debate pertaining the differences in package whole blood from a hostpital vs. human to human transfusions. +++

Please consult with a medical professional before following any of this advice. We are merely passing the below as information that has been found or sent to us over the years.


Blood is grouped into four types: A, B, AB, and O. Each type is also classified by an RH factor – either positive (...

Human Blood Type Compatibility Charts]]> 36 Thu, 01 Feb 2024 15:36:51 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/lone-survivalist-ebook-warning.65462/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/lone-survivalist-ebook-warning.65462/ invalid@example.com (UncleMorgan) UncleMorgan Lone Survivalist | Survival Skills 24/7 has put out a free ebook entitled "Down & Dirty Survival Hacks".

I downloaded it, and read it.

Then I sent him a notice of error.

His book wrongly identifies Burdock as being the same plant as elephant ear. Then he goes on to say that the giant leaves and stems can be eaten raw.

That is not just wrong, it's dangerously wrong.

Elephant ear has a high...

Lone Survivalist (ebook) Warning]]> 22 Tue, 16 Jan 2024 15:55:00 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/ideal-survival-rifle.49569/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/ideal-survival-rifle.49569/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey An AR15.com article
This article is an attempt to select an "ideal rifle". What this means is that if you were forced to select a single rifle to rely upon for your survival, what would it be. The scenarios could range anywhere from a current day home defense weapon all the way up to global disasters and the aftermath that follows (TEOTWAWKI) and everything in between.

Modern firearms have come a long way. There are thousands of handguns, rifles, and shotguns designed for military...

Ideal Survival Rifle]]> 455 Tue, 19 Dec 2023 21:53:53 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/water-storage-container-faq-v2-5.49571/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/water-storage-container-faq-v2-5.49571/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey
Water Storage Container FAQ V2.5]]> 22 Tue, 22 Aug 2023 13:44:45 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/50-bmg-ammo-identification-chart.49583/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/50-bmg-ammo-identification-chart.49583/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey
Cartridge links are made of steel which is processed to prevent rusting. They are manufactured and tested to assure satisfactory ammunition feeding and functioning under...

50 BMG Ammo Identification Chart]]> 1 Tue, 09 Feb 2021 04:43:48 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/survival-generator-faq.49566/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/survival-generator-faq.49566/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey

• It is VERY easy to overload a generator. Motor loads in particular, such as water pumps, refrigerators, and air conditioning, consume large amounts of power and will either damage an...

Survival Generator FAQ]]> 54 Sat, 06 Feb 2021 13:37:35 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/finding-fat-lighter-fatwood-firestarter.49582/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/finding-fat-lighter-fatwood-firestarter.49582/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey
These are some pine woods behind my house.



After...

Finding Fat Lighter - Fatwood Firestarter]]> 57 Sun, 05 Jul 2020 05:31:06 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/domestic-hot-water-from-a-woodstove.32038/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/domestic-hot-water-from-a-woodstove.32038/ invalid@example.com (ColtCarbine) ColtCarbine
Obtaining Domestic Hot Water from a Wood or Coal Stove

Many folks have expressed a desire to obtain hot water from their stoves. First, I should mention that this article refers to Domestic Hot Water, meaning the water that is used to wash dishes, take showers, etc. A woodstove cannot produce the volumes of water needed to heat your home through a baseboard or radiator system. If you are looking to heat...

Domestic Hot Water from a Woodstove]]> 40 Mon, 09 Dec 2019 18:13:22 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/some-myths-about-bugging-out-on-foot.27995/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/some-myths-about-bugging-out-on-foot.27995/ invalid@example.com (Grand58742) Grand58742 In every forum and thread about bugging out on foot, one tends to see selected pieces of advice. Some gear related, some how-to’s and others just general observations. But several times, we see so called “myths” about bugging out on foot and the problems that can come from that. I’ve taken the liberty of looking at several items I consider to be “myths” about bugging out and attempted to problem solve through each of them. I ask...

Some Myths About Bugging Out on Foot]]> 170 Sun, 03 Nov 2019 15:32:37 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/preparedness-first-steps.49584/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/preparedness-first-steps.49584/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey Preppers are among the most resourceful and responsible groups of people in the entire world!

Here in a nutshell are some things you can do right now, with little expense, to increase your security, preparedness and your confidence.

Make an agreement with yourself to turn to preparedness rather than panic to solve problems- all problems!

Recognize that your MINDSET is your most valuable...

Preparedness - First Steps]]> 20 Thu, 31 Oct 2019 19:38:55 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/bug-out-vehicle-faq-bov.49572/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/bug-out-vehicle-faq-bov.49572/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey
Carefully recon and evaluate your BO route. If there are pipeline or power line rights of way, or abandoned railroad lines, consider using them as a route during an emergency. If passable, they may...

Bug out Vehicle FAQ (BOV)]]> 23 Sat, 26 Jan 2019 20:43:48 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/survival-forum-faq.49558/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/survival-forum-faq.49558/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey This is actually the very first page in survivalmonkey.com's history - circa 2004. It was an expanded sticky from the survival forum at ar-15.com and was a way to keep some of the more Frequently Asked Questions archived since that forum software couldn't handle it other than as stickies. -melbo

Many members participate in Local and Regional (NW,SW,MW,NE,SE) camp-outs to meet fellow members of the Survival Forum. The objective is to meet and practice survival skills with other...

Survival Forum FAQ]]> 1 Tue, 22 Jan 2019 02:51:08 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/basic-comms-level-1-portable.49551/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/basic-comms-level-1-portable.49551/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey
Basic Comms - Level 1 - Portable]]> 34 Wed, 17 Oct 2018 09:28:04 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/survival-in-hostile-terrain-following-catastrophic-events.162/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/survival-in-hostile-terrain-following-catastrophic-events.162/ invalid@example.com (melbo) melbo ...Survival in Hostile Terrain Following catastrophic events]]> 54 Mon, 27 Mar 2017 21:05:07 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/what-makes-a-high-quality-bullet-proof-vest.49570/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/what-makes-a-high-quality-bullet-proof-vest.49570/ invalid@example.com (melbo) melbo
You need to decide if you want a soft or hard body armor. Soft body armor uses many different layers of material to provide protection. When...

What Makes a High Quality Bullet Proof Vest?]]> 37 Tue, 21 Mar 2017 00:42:03 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/bulletproof-vest-shelf-life.49567/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/bulletproof-vest-shelf-life.49567/ invalid@example.com (melbo) melbo
Just...

Bulletproof Vest Shelf Life]]> 34 Sun, 12 Mar 2017 03:22:48 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/survival-reloading-ammo.49549/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/survival-reloading-ammo.49549/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey
Many have commenced the task of handloading in search of obvious monetary savings, which are certainly in their future. But come later, rather than sooner: most handloaders will find though, that the addiction to the hobby, the absolute love of...

Survival Reloading - Ammo]]> 48 Sat, 17 Dec 2016 18:10:51 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/sam-splints-in-shtf-kits.165/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/sam-splints-in-shtf-kits.165/ invalid@example.com (phishi) phishi
What I want to talk about today is a SAM Splint. Weighs about 4 oz., takes up the space of a can of soda in your pack, costs about $15.00, and is one of the most usefull items you can have in a...

Sam Splints in shtf kits]]> 30 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 20:11:39 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/portable-fuel-storage-jerry-can-faq.49574/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/portable-fuel-storage-jerry-can-faq.49574/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey
This paper is not...

Portable Fuel Storage - Jerry Can FAQ]]> 5 Thu, 13 Oct 2016 01:56:16 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/cold-weather-survival.49554/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/cold-weather-survival.49554/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey
Real quick on first aid is to use the buddy system and your home work is to look in the first aid manual and brush up on frost bit and other Cold Weather injuries. Then while out in the field keep an eye on your buddy and he will keep an eye on you. We will go over the Cold weather cautions at the FTX in Highland county. The rest of this is out of the FM 31-70 manual

Basic principle...

Cold Weather Survival]]> 15 Fri, 13 May 2016 14:22:17 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/what-to-do-if-a-nuclear-disaster-is-imminent.49575/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/what-to-do-if-a-nuclear-disaster-is-imminent.49575/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey NOW! ~~~
PDF version for best printed copy is here http://www.ki4u.com/guide.pdf

IF you can do so quickly, e-mail the link to this page to all on your e-mail list...
WHAT TO DO IF A NUCLEAR DISASTER IS IMMINENT!
...with the brief message from you urging them to "Print and Read Now!"

Your top priority right now, though, is preparing for your own immediate...

What to do if a Nuclear Disaster is Imminent!]]> 29 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 02:20:43 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/ham-radio-an-elmers-guide.49550/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/ham-radio-an-elmers-guide.49550/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey
That said, I am creating this page to assist as a study aid. Study the material I post, and take the practice tests at Callsign Database by QRZ.COM and you should pass your tech test with ease.


Posted with permission from Garand_Shooter

Side note-...

Ham Radio - An Elmers Guide]]> 23 Wed, 06 Mar 2013 02:22:53 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/blow-out-kits.166/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/blow-out-kits.166/ invalid@example.com (phishi) phishi
-Field trauma dressing x 1
-Band Aids x 5 (3 small, 2 large)
-Neosporin (I have individual packets, but a small tube will work)
-latex gloves x 1 pair

Place...

Blow Out kits]]> 32 Sun, 05 Aug 2012 04:48:18 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/collection-of-articles-that-were-the-old-homepages-of-survivalmonkey-com.34498/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/collection-of-articles-that-were-the-old-homepages-of-survivalmonkey-com.34498/ invalid@example.com (melbo) melbo Fri, 01 Oct 2010 01:26:00 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/about-us.49557/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/about-us.49557/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey
A year later, a group of survivalists, preppers, firearms enthusiasts and outdoorsmen that had known each other on a bunch of other sites got together for the beginning of...

About Us]]> Thu, 12 Oct 2006 01:03:00 +0000 https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/short-range-media-penetration-by-50-bmg-ap-rounds.49556/ https://www.survivalmonkey.com/threads/short-range-media-penetration-by-50-bmg-ap-rounds.49556/ invalid@example.com (survivalmonkey) survivalmonkey Short Range Media Penetration by 50 BMG AP Rounds
50BMG penetration Table From "The Ultimate Sniper" by Maj. John L. Plaster, USAR (Ret). page 222



50BMG penetration Table

From "The Ulimate Sniper"
by Maj. John L....

Short Range Media Penetration by 50 BMG AP Rounds]]>