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SURVIVAL FOOD Lost & knowing where to find a meal Bird Eggs If you are starving and stumble upon a bird’s nest, you can poach, fry or hard-boil the eggs. When I was young, eating raw eggs was considered ok, now it is frowned upon and considered unsafe. I have eaten my share of raw eggs and would in an emergency. But you have to make your own decisions. In the past collecting wild bird eggs for food was common practice. The good news is that no wild bird eggs are considered poisonous. But you may want to examine them to see what their state of development is. You can do this by candling the eggs. This is simply shining a light though the eggs. This works with most types of eggs, there are a few that are not translucent and this will not work on. The name comes from the fact that in the old days they used candles. When you shine the light through them, you can tell if the embryo has started to develop. A fresh egg will be clear, as the embryo, starts to develop you will see a reddish brown area with blood vessels extending away from it. If the whole egg appears to be dark, you have a whole chick inside it. Research so you know! Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CUPhKvWluzi/?utm_medium=tumblr

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SURVIVAL FOOD Lost & knowing where to find a meal INSECTS - since some people think they won't or can't If you are extremely short on food supplies, you may find yourself needing to eat those little critters that crawl on the ground or are found hiding under or inside things. The good news is that they are plentiful, very few are poisonous, and they are a great source of protein. However, there are exceptions to every rule. Here are some general guidelines for telling which bugs are edible: 1. If they have bright colors, stay away- This is true for many kinds of creatures, not just insects; the most deadly creatures are often the most beautiful. 2. If they smell really bad, move on- Just keep in mind that there are some bugs, such as the stink bug, that are edible despite their scent. 3. Hairy bugs and those who bite or sting are often best to avoid- Unless you have direct knowledge otherwise and know how to process them for eating, move on. 4. Critters that are always safe- Tomato worms, most caterpillars, and black ants. Cooked right, scorpions and tarantulas are also excellent sources of protein. Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CUKbDoLl2Id/?utm_medium=tumblr

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SURVIVAL FOOD Lost & knowing where to find a meal INSECTS Don’t be too reluctant in grabbing insects in the wild. Despite their peculiar and sometimes creepy appearance, bugs are one of the most incredible sources of your vital nutritional needs. These insects contain a significant amount of protein and fat. Also, there is not much difficulty in finding and catching insects. You can usually spot them in moist areas, inside logs, on the roots of big trees, or even on the ground. Despite the general perception of people that bugs have an odd taste, most of them are palatable and are at times considered as favorite delicacies in their different localities. Most insects such as worms, bugs, grasshoppers, and crickets can be eaten raw. However, cooking, frying, or roasting insects are preferable. It kills off most of the parasites inside the insect and makes it easier to digest. Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CUIN_qmlS34/?utm_medium=tumblr

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SURVIVAL FOOD Lost & knowing where to find a meal PLANTS There are a lot of edible plants, berries, and fruits that you can spot in the wild. Knowing some key aspects of these plants may help you decipher which ones are poisonous and the ones that you can eat. Local knowledge about the different flowers of the indicated region and asking which ones to stay away from can help you in the long run. Another indicator that the flora can help you in distinguishing, is that if the animals in the area are reluctant to eat or even give out a negative reaction when in contact with the plant, it is best to stay away from that. RESEARCH before you go and be PREPARED for the unexpected. Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CUFaZbTl_Tg/?utm_medium=tumblr

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SHELTER Your number 1 priority the Tree Pit (tree well) shelter Scout your location. A number of factors determine whether or not building a tree well shelter is possible, including snow depth and tree type. In areas of deep snow, pockets of space are often created where there are evergreen trees with low-hanging boughs. Inside these snow-covered boughs, you can dig in and actually make yourself a makeshift shelter. Burrow. It is important to be extremely careful when starting to burrow into a tree well. It can be very easy to become stuck if snow starts to cascade down and fill the hole. Work slowly and methodically. Dig down until you get to ground level. Then cover the bottom of the pit with evergreen boughs to help keep the shelter insulated. Pack out the walls. Compact the walls around you. This will help stabilize the shelter and keep snow from falling down the walls. Once inside, cover the hole that you came through with evergreen boughs to keep heat in and snow out. Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CUDDEosFl6r/?utm_medium=tumblr

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SHELTER Your number 1 priority the Quinzhee shelter For the opposite of scorching heat, a quinzhee is perhaps the best emergency shelter for snowy, freezing conditions. The quinzhee is similar to an igloo, but smaller and easier to create. Once again, a tarp can literally save your life here. 1. Start by covering any gear you have with a tarp. 2. Then begin covering it with snow until you’ve created a dome about 2 feet thick all the way around. It’s very important that you pack the snow down tightly as you go along to ensure structural stability of your quinzhee. 3. Once that’s done, insert 40-50 12” sticks over the surface of the dome, pushing them in until they’re flush with the exterior. 4. Then, burrow into the dome to retrieve your tarp and gear. Continue to hollow out the dome until you reach the bottom of each stick. 5. Create a ventilation hole 4”-5” wide at an angle in the roof. Unlike an igloo, the quinzhee can be constructed using almost any type of snow, making it the quickest and most efficient way to create shelter in freezing temperatures. Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CUDC-QTleMq/?utm_medium=tumblr

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SHELTER Your number 1 priority the Leaf Hut shelter The leaf hut is a two-sided, wedge-shaped lean-to with much better weatherproofing and insulating qualities. To build one, select a long, sturdy pole 9 to12 feet long. Prop it up in the fork of a tree; or set it on a rock, stump, or two forked prop sticks. Then, cover the sides of the pole with tree branches to act as ribs. These are placed at an angle along both sides of the ridge pole. Place the ribs close together so that your hut covering won’t fall through. Next, heap vegetation over the framework (this can be anything that traps air, including grass, ferns, moss, pine needles, brush, or pine boughs). Two to 3 feet of vegetation covering all sides of the shelter is enough to keep you dry inside. Finally, fill the inside of the hut with a thick pile of vegetation for your bedding. In case of high winds: A layer of brush, sticks, twigs or branches should be thrown over the whole hut to keep the wind from stripping the vegetation away. Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CT9g1ogFKqc/?utm_medium=tumblr

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SHELTER Your number 1 priority the Wicki-Up shelter The wicki-up is a bit like a small tipi made from poles, brush and vegetation. This shelter can be found across the globe, but has been most frequently documented in the American Southwest. Thicker brush, grass, and leaf coverings along with a steeper roof can make this shelter suitable for climates with occasional rain. A broader, squattier structure covered with light brush can give you a shady, ventilated shelter for hot, dry climates. Collect several dozen poles, some with forks at the top. Lock a few of these forks together to build a freestanding tripod. Then lay the other poles around to create the tipi frame. Finish with the vegetation layer. If the wicki-up is large enough, and the vegetation covering the roof is wet or green material, it may be safe enough to risk lighting a tiny fire inside. Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CT67b7OlaJj/?utm_medium=tumblr

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SHELTER Your number 1 priority the A-Frame Tarp shelter The A-frame is a tarp design that gives great coverage against rain and wind, when built close to the ground. When suspended higher, it still provides coverage from rain, but it allows more airflow underneath. A-frames go up fast. Once you pick your shelter site, you should have your tarp hung up in 10 minutes or less, leaving plenty of time in the day to accomplish other survival tasks. Probably the most common, easy, and effective emergency survival shelter is the A-frame. As long as you have your tarp, you can construct an A-frame shelter in a matter of minutes. 1. Tie some cord between two trees, drape the tarp over the line, and tie down the corners. If you don’t have any rope (didn’t follow our advice), you can still set up an A-frame shelter with relative ease. Use 2 sticks to construct an A shape, then use a longer branch that runs from the top of the A to the ground. 2. For extra security, make a few smaller A-frames along the length of the longer branch to help support it. 3. Cover it with your tarp, bark, or brush the same way you made your lean-to. A-frames using a tarp are especially versatile because you can build them close to the ground or suspend them for use with a survival hammock. A-frames are effective against wind, rain, and snow. The closer to the ground, the more effective it will be. Remember to build your A-frame with steep walls in snowy conditions to avoid having too much weight accumulate. Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CT4fMwaFshA/?utm_medium=tumblr

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SHELTER Your number 1 priority the Round Lodge The round lodge is a hybrid from many cultures. Part tipi, part wicki-up, and influenced by many architectural styles, a round lodge can block wind, rain, cold, and sun. It is structured like a tipi, with the addition of a solid doorway. These typically have a smoke hole through the roof, and can accommodate a tiny fire for heat and light. This shelter can be thatched with grass or mats; or it can be buried with a thick coat of leaf litter. Lodge styles like this abounded in the historic and prehistoric American west. This architecture worked equally well in wetter climates, and was used in pre-Roman Britain. A round lodge is a more involved shelter but will give you plenty of room and protect you from most basic elements. 1. Start by gathering about a dozen large, sturdy branches. 2. Lean them all together and fasten them at the top into a cone shape. 3. You can then use tarps, skins, branches, bark, mud, or moss to construct the walls. The more heavy-duty the material, the more insulated and protective the walls will be. 4. Remember to leave an opening at the top if you plan to build a fire and try to position the opening away from the wind. This will take a bit longer to construct but can provide shelter for several people large enough to build an “indoor” fire. Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CT2dYS5PR58/?utm_medium=tumblr

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SHELTER Your number 1 priority Generally speaking it is accepted that your most immediate requirements, in the order of importance, will be Shelter, Water, & Food. Based on the emergency, you may be sheltering at home, at work, a mass care center, or lost in the wild. If the emergency is widespread enough and transportation is unavailable, you may be responsible for providing a makeshift shelter for yourself and your family. Options may include a tent, an RV, a camper, a van, or the materials and tools with which to build a lean to or other shelter. Blankets, sleeping bags, and additional warm clothing are good to have on hand as well. Flashlights and fire making materials (or the tools to obtain wood for a fire) would be something to consider as part of your shelter preparations. Walk outside and stand in front of your home and ask yourself, if I had to stay out here, what would I want available to me? This week we'll go over different types of makeshift shelters! Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CTzd49uFDQ9/?utm_medium=tumblr

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BUILDING A CAMPFIRE, post 1 of 4 Tipi Fire The tipi is your basic fire that every Boy Scout learned how to light. It’s also the foundation to get the others we’ll show you started. It looks just like it sounds. Lean your wood together to shape it into a Native American-style tipi, leaving plenty of room for air and your matches. You can scale a tipi fire from the small kindling and tinder starter core all the way to massive bonfires and everything in between. We prefer to build the small kindling tipi and then build an outer one of larger wood around it to get things burning quickly. The tipi is perfect when you need even heating and quick lighting. Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CTxFuWwlnYG/?utm_medium=tumblr

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BUILDING A CAMPFIRE, post 2 of 4 Lean-To Fire When things are hard to start because of wind or dampness, the lean-to is your go-to fire. Start by building a windbreak out of a few of your larger sticks and logs. Get your mini tipi set up on the leeward side, and then lay longer sticks out above your core fire, stacked on the windbreak. This will allow your small starter fire to breathe without getting blown out. When it is finally exhausted of smaller fuel, it will be strong enough to start burning some of the larger sticks in the lean-to and will stand up to the wind and weather. An added bonus of this fire is that your windbreak will serve as a good heat reflector, so it is a good option for cooking. Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CTxFpEZlpUa/?utm_medium=tumblr

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BUILDING A CAMPFIRE, post 3 of 4 Star Fire If you’re looking for a fire that will slowly burn through the night with little maintenance, look no further. To get things started, fire up your mini-tipi again, and then insert larger split logs in a five-point star. The fire will burn outwards, so all you have to do to keep it nice and compact is slowly feed your logs into the flames. If you’re working with a campsite or backyard fire pit, this is definitely your best choice, as you can let the logs just slide down into the center as they burn down. Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CTxFibxF3sz/?utm_medium=tumblr

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BUILDING A CAMPFIRE, post 4 of 4 Log Cabin Fire Due to its symmetry when built well, this is your choice to get a perfect bed of coals to roast marshmallows, hot dogs, and tin-foil dinners. When you’ve got your kindling tipi built, start stacking larger logs on either side, alternating like an old Lincoln Logs kit. When lit from the bottom up, it will create an excellent bed of hot coals for cooking. Alternatively, you can build it like more of a pyramid, stacking the largest logs on the bottom and then building your core tipi at the very top. This fire will slowly and evenly burn down the pyramid. Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CTxFaT1FCPQ/?utm_medium=tumblr

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All work and no play makes a Prepper paranoid Taking the day off and heading to an indoor range with my better half. We've been itching to try out her new 9mm carbine rifle and have a friendly little competition to see who is more accurate. Everyone have an awesome day doing whatever comes to mind with those who matter! Peace out!! Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CTuqROqpXFP/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Shutting off utilities during an emergency Shutting off your Gas It's a good idea to be familiar with the look and sound of your gas meter under everyday conditions, and know where the shut-off valve is located. Turning off the gas after an emergency is not always necessary. Leave the meter on unless the following conditions exist: * You smell natural gas; * You hear natural gas leaking (a hissing, blowing or roaring sound); * You see structural damage to your home; * There's fire in close proximity to your home; * You are told to do so by authorities. To shut off the gas in an emergency, take these precautions: * If it is dark, use only battery-powered flashlights or lanterns to help you find the meter. * Know where a wrench is stored so it will be available. * The shut-off valve is located next to the meter on the inlet pipe. * Use a crescent wrench or an Emergency Gas Shut-Off Wrench and turn the valve a quarter turn in either direction so that it runs perpendicular (crosswise) to the pipe. The line is now closed. * Remember - once the gas is turned off, it can only be turned back on by a professional. In an emergency, that could take a week or more. Do not use matches, lighters, or open flame appliances; operate electrical switches anywhere in your home; or start a car in your garage or driveway until you are sure no gas leaks exist. Flames and sparks from electrical switches could ignite gas, causing an explosion. DO YOU KNOW WHERE THE SHUTOFF IS AND HOW TO SHUT IT OFF? Check out www.Urban-Prepper.org for more information. #survival #camping #bushcraft #outdoors #nature #hiking #disasters #hunting #Lost #Tornadoes #Hurricanes #outdoor #WinterStorm #WildFire #ActiveShooter #Earthquake #backpacking #floods #pandemic #PowerOutages #ProtestAndRiots #prepper #Prepared #tactical #knives #Survive #wilderness #knife #Recover #UrbanPrepper https://www.instagram.com/p/CTrYwZ7FqvB/?utm_medium=tumblr