Basics of Tinder and Fire Extenders - Bonus look at Fire Steel/Ferro Rods! We have a demonstration of the value of tinder and fire-extended tinder plus how to make my favorite water-resistant reliable tinder with stuff you probably have laying around the house. All products listed from Amazon are affiliate links – this means that we’ll make a small commission if you choose to purchase the item using our link. This comes at no cost to you and we use this to help fund the channel. We take no compensation for the recommendation of products; any product we provide links to are products we purchase and use ourselves. Fire Steels I Use: The one that fits anywhere (and doesn't cost much): https://amzn.to/3sBvQoh The Big One: (updated Version): https://amzn.to/3e9T2EI The Swiss One: https://amzn.to/2QA6J7G

Introduction to a modern prepping channel!

A more in depth look at our food storage method. Knowing why are you creating food storage can impact how you go about it and what you stock.

Where do you test your gear? Here's a sneak preview of where we go to test our gear, ourselves and to find inspiration! Challenge - make a hot beverage from your get home bag out on the trail! K – S – G Get Home Bag List The Bag Itself: No larger than a day pack/school backpack (medium sized) Plain and typical for your environment/location. Comfortable to carry. (max weight 15 – 20 lbs) The Bare Bones (Minimalist) Load Out: Nalgene or similar water bottle (32 oz minimum) Method of water purification (tabs, filter, etc.) Cutting Tool (4” blade fixed is the norm) Basic Shelter (space blanket) 25 – 50’ cordage – bank line or 550 cord Snack Bars, etc. (1,500 – 2,000 calories worth) Flash Light and Spare Battery/Batteries (1 change out) Fire (2 – Bic lighter, ferro rod, matches and tinder/extender like PJ cotton balls) Extra Socks (assumed you have weather appropriate clothing already) Bandanna First Aid Kit (Build Yourself or use AMK in link) Adventure Med Kit .5 Area map and compass (do not mark your home location) Cash ($50 or so in small bills/quarters for vending machines if urban) Add to Bare Bones (Optional): Stainless steel mug (cooking/boiling) Spork/Spoon Chap Stick and Sunscreen Pen and Paper Hand Sanitizer Sill Cock Key (urban water procurement) Work/Gardening Gloves Sunglasses/Goggles etc. (eye protection) TP or Baby Wipes Tarp or Emergency Sleep systems Link: SOL Emergency Light Weight Bivvy Notes This kit is intended for one person. This is not a camping kit – this kit provides the tools needed to assist a capable individual in getting from location to location by foot in the event of an emergency. It is not intended as a camping or bug out bag. The supplies listed are the minimum recommended and are meant to compliment your everyday carry items. No amount of gear or stuff is going to buy you safety; K-S-G recommends training and practice above all else.