Home » Free Articles

Free Articles

survival knife Living or Dying on a Knife’s Edge June 8, 2018 by Jason Hanson - A good survival knife isn’t hard to come by, but it’s easy to get bogged down by all the choices out there. Today, Jason Hanson runs down the nine components of a quality knife to help you make sure you get your money’s worth.​
concealed carry Concealed Carry on the Go June 7, 2018 by Jason Hanson - If you are in the car traveling, you still want to be able to quickly access your gun in case you need it. If you have to leave it in the car, you should absolutely make sure it's secured and out of sight. Read on for specific recommendations on concealed carry in your vehicle.
water crossing Water Crossings: Make It Safely to the Other Side​ June 6, 2018 by Cade Courtley - Camping, hiking, fishing and rafting are all healthy and very gratifying activities. But at any moment you could find yourself in a situation that is potentially life-threatening. Today, you'll learn what you should do if you must cross a body of water — be it a pond, lake, stream or rushing river.​
Fly Without Fear: Get a TSA-Approved Self-Defense Tool June 5, 2018 by Jason Hanson - You are especially vulnerable when you travel. Unless you pick up one of the TSA-approved self-defense and survival tools listed in the first of this week’s must-read articles. I’ll also share the No. 1 piece of travel gear I never leave home without.
The Most Overlooked Electronic Device You Need June 4, 2018 by Jason Hanson - More than likely, the most expensive electronics in your home are your TVs, computers and tablets. Obviously, you want to protect these valuable items ...
prepping mistakes The Top 12 Mistakes Preppers Make (And How You Can Avoid Them) — Part I June 4, 2018 by 4Patriots - Our friends over at 4Patriots have put together a fantastic report detailing the top 12 mistakes people make when putting their disaster preps in order. Today, let’s take a look at the top three prepping mistakes you DON’T want to make.
window security Four Bonus Ways to Thwart a Home Break-in Author: Jason Hanson June 1, 2018 by Jason Hanson - A burglary occurs in the U.S. every 15 seconds. Roughly 25% of burglars enter through a first-floor window. Here are some security options for your windows that will hopefully thwart someone trying to gain entry into your home.
road trip safety Best of the Drop — Road Safety June 1, 2018 by Jason Hanson - Before you embark on a road trip this summer, there are a few aspects of car safety you should take into account. In today’s “best of” edition of the Weekly Drop, you’ll discover several ways to stay safe on America’s roadways.
hurricanes Hurricane Season Is Upon Us May 29, 2018 by Jason Hanson - Today, you’ll learn why you should get ready for another brutal round of hurricanes, why you need to factor in a global epidemic to your emergency plans, why you can’t trust your smart home device and more.
blackout How to Keep Your Cool in the Heat of Summer May 26, 2018 by Jason Hanson - Today, I’ll give you seven ways to stay cool if a summer storm causes a blackout in your area. You’ll also discover how to safely store gasoline, where to keep your EDC gear on your body without drawing attention to it, the perfect pocket pistol for concealed carry and more.
survival skills Survival Skills We Can Learn From Native Americans May 25, 2018 by 4Patriots - ou can learn various survival skills by taking classes, reading books or watching instructional videos — even looking to our ancestors. The following article by our friends over at 4Patriots details four important aspects of survival mastered by Native Americans. ​
Facebook message What Would You Do If You a Hacker Threatened Your Family? May 24, 2018 by Jason Hanson - Angela Ricketts was sitting in her Colorado home reading a book when she received the unimaginable. A Facebook message from someone she didn’t know threatening to harm her family.
assessing your situation Another Week — Another Mass Shooting May 23, 2018 by Cade Courtley - Cade Courtley reviews the importance of assessing your situation in a crisis before making a lifesaving decision. Plus, he points out a trained reaction you may need to reconsider.
There’s Something (Deadly) in the Air May 22, 2018 by Jason Hanson - In addition to fresh fissures and accelerating lava flows, Hawaiians have a new threat to worry about. Read on to discover what this new danger is and what it means for you — even if you live thousands of miles away.
home defense gun The Ultimate Guide to Home Defense Guns May 21, 2018 by Jason Hanson - A close friend of mine — who happens to be a former law enforcement officer — sent me this heart-pounding email after hearing gunshots ...