No Well! Lessons Learned When the Water Runs Out
An AmCon member recounts his well running dry over the Thanksgiving holiday and shares what he learned from the experience.
Preparing for a Hurricane
Hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. Rain, wind, water and even tornadoes could happen far inland from where a hurricane or tropical storm makes landfall.
Community Preparedness
In February of last year, a series of extreme winter storms struck Southern California’s mountain communities, burying them under 106 inches of snow and stranding thousands of residents for weeks. …
5 Steps to Medical Preparedness
As preparedness-oriented men and women, proficiency in basic medical skills should be something that we continually strive toward.
AmCon at Huntsville Hamfest
Stop by and see us at the Huntsville Hamfest this weekend.
12 ways to cool your house during a summer power outage
Here are some tips to ensure your home stays cool and comfortable for you and your family when the power fails during summer.
Fun on the Water and Safety on the Mind
We often spend a good amount of time planning for the perfect family vacation. But how much thought do we give to keeping our families safe while we are having fun and making memories?
Summer health 101: A simple guide to address 5 heat-related illnesses
Temperatures that are unreasonably hot – and that your body is unused to – can increase your risk for heat-related illnesses. Additionally, high humidity makes it harder for sweat to evaporate, and it’s the evaporation, not sweating itself, that cools the body and releases heat.
How to prepare for and survive a tornado
Tornadoes are widely considered as the nature’s most violent storms – carrying winds up to 300 miles per hour that can level buildings and carry cars 80 feet or more through the air.
Skills for Bills
Develop skills that you can use to earn extra money and become more self-sufficient.
Exploring Decentralized Digital Currency: Advantages for Privacy and Beyond
Decentralized digital currencies have emerged as a disruptive force in the world of finance. Powered by blockchain technology, these digital currencies offer a unique alternative to traditional centralized financial systems.
Go-Bag Essentials for On-the-Move Survival
By @JesseMogle In times of crisis, having a ready-to-go bag packed with essentials could mean the difference between survival and disaster. This bag, often referred to as a Go-Bag or …
Wildfire Preparation Tips
Now is a good time to think ahead about what you would do if your home or family came under the threat of wildfire.
3 home security strategies you can implement now
A good way to keep your home safe from intruders is to ask yourself these three questions: How will I deter intruders? How will I delay intruders? How will I defend myself and my family against intruders?
Unique Home Security Ideas
Unique ways to keep your home safe.
Honoring Our Nation’s Heroes
This past weekend, several AMCON members spent two days volunteering at Dark horse Lodge Combat Veterans Retreat in Springville, TN.
Psychological First Aid
When disasters or traumatic events occur, we often stand by feeling helpless and unsure how to help. A less talked about aspect of dealing with a crisis is the effect on the mind and emotions.
Wilderness First Aid
Outdoor activities can be a lot of fun, but they also pose significant risks that are compounded by being in a remote location, far from your home, vehicle or EMS services.
Stop the Bleed, Save a Life
Trauma is the number one cause of death for those aged 1-46. The loss of blood from injury can quickly become life threatening and often needs to be addressed before first responders arrive. Fortunately, with some basic training, those who are not medical professionals can apply some basic techniques to stop a bleed and save a life.
What’s In Your Home Medical Kit?
When sickness or injury happens, it’s almost too easy to go to the nearest ER or urgent care center. But how many times have you walked away from one of …