Virtually every prepper has a bug-out bag, a BOB, that great, big backpack or rucksack that holds all of the survival goodies you will need to weather the storm when a disaster sends you fleeing into the wild blue yonder. If you don’t have a BOB, I hope you put yours together soon, and at any rate I know you have at least heard the term repeated seemingly ad nauseam all over the Internet wherever survival and prepper-centric information is found. That’s for a good reason, as a bug-out bag is one of the most vital pieces of survival kit any prepper can have, and will broadly prepare you for a variety of survival situations so long as you can...
* Affordable alternatives to the classic Gucci belt * The popular belt costs between $350-$550 * Find dupes from $20 to $200 that are just as stylish The classic black and gold Gucci Marmont belt with its double G buckle is flooding the streets and your social media feed. Haven’t you scrolled through Instagram lately or walked into a bustling coffee shop and spotted at least two people wearing this highly coveted belt? If you have, you aren’t the only one. If you’re someone who pays attention to the hottest new styles this belt is probably on your radar. But this trend can cost you a pretty penny with the price tag falling between $350-$550 depending on the size you...
The dust is settling on the summer of 2019 adventures, and it's time to review my gear. Some of, thank goodness, is still great and will serve me well for another season or two. Some are at its last breath, and some needs replacing or upgrading. I already wrote a review of the boots I had this year, and will probably write another on another piece or two of my gear and clothing. But it's also time when I build my dream list of gear for the 2020 seasons of hiking and camping. A few pieces are must-buys, while some are in the category of "would be awesome to have." So, let me share with you what's on my list....
There’s just the best baby bottle that works for you and your baby. But if you’re trying to use less plastic, we highly recommend stainless steel baby bottles. That’s why choosing a baby bottle can be confounding and intensely frustrating, and turn into a very pricey foray into trial and error. And while companies claim that some bottles are better for gassy babies, while others are better for breastfed babies, there’s really no scientific data that supports those claims. Plastic bottles are the most common, by far, but the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends against microwaving formula or breast milk in them to help reduce the transfer of harmful chemicals during the reheating or dishwashing process. The AAP also urges parents...
