Posts Tagged ‘Emergency Shelter’

Are You Prepared For Any Emergency?

Posted on January 9th, 2012 by Leon


An unexpected and dangerous situation can happen to you and your family at any time, on any day, and despite the need to use common sense, most people panic and are completely unprepared. Most people never think about the need to survive anything. But you, the average person, could easily be one slip, journey, natural disaster or crash away from real trouble.

This website, written by Leon Pantenburg, is about proven common sense survival techniques that any of us should know whether we live in a large or recreate in a rural area or near a wilderness. Use your common sense to survive any unexpected calamity and turn a potentially dangerous situation into a mere inconvenience. Pack the right tools with the confidence to know how to use them and you and your family will survive any emergency.

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The A-Frame Tarp Shelter: Simple, Lightweight and Effective

Posted on July 7th, 2011 by Leon

TV survival shows to the contrary, it is virtually impossible to make a waterproof shelter out of natural materials, even if you have the time, tools and practice! If wet or nasty weather is anticipated, take along a tent appropriate for the season. In other instances, though, the A-Frame tarp shelter may be the best choice!

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Getting Started Camping: Prepare For Fun and Emergencies

Posted on May 19th, 2011 by Leon

I was the guest on Destiny Survival Radio  show Thursday.  The discussion was about starting out camping, what gear to look for, and how to use that gear for prepping and wilderness survival. “How do I get started?” That seems to be the most frequent question asked by newcomers to the prepping and survival scene. [...]

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Start Out with the Right Equipment for Your Survival Kit

Posted on April 1st, 2010 by Leon

And let this be your mantra: “My survival kit won’t save me. My equipment or gear can’t save me. I will save me.” And include common sense with every outing!

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