Bug Out
Do You Need A Static Strap on your Bug-out Vehicle?
Do you think you need a static strap on your POV or Bug-out vehicle? The answer depends on what you are expecting from the strap and if you actually know what a static strap does. […]
Articles by Jim Jones
Jim Jones (KC5DOV) is currently a retired licensed Private Investigator in Louisiana and Texas that enjoys Ham (and shortwave) radio, Judo (4th dan)/JuJitsu (2nd dan), gardening, shooting, solar/wind/bio-mass energy, camping, and backyard science and inventing. He has also been involved with Executive Security and electronic security and is an occasional contributor to OffGridSurvival.com.
Alternative Energy
How to Make Homemade Hardwood Lump Charcoal
If you grill or smoke foods outside a lot you know the cost of charcoal is high. Here is how you can make your own Hardwood Lump Charcoal. […]
Survivalism
Simple Camp Lighting
Preparedness is all about being able to improvise. Check out Jim Jones’ Camp Light build project… […]
Planning
KC5DOV Plan B RF Book: Finding News & Other Critical info When it Counts!
One of, if not the most important pieces of equipment you can have is a custom-made survival book/plan that is tailored to your specific environment and needs. Here is how to put one together so you can find news, traffic, weather, and other critical information on what’s happening in the world or at minimum in our local areas of operation. […]
Alternative Energy
Off Grid Air Conditioner: DIY Bucket Air Cooler for Camping and Other Uses
How to design and build your own off the grid solar power Bucket Air Conditioner. Step by step instructions and pictures walking you through the project. […]
Emergency Communication
SHTF COMS: Emergency Communications When Disaster Strikes
A Detailed list of Emergency Communications information, frequencies and emergency protocols for Disaster and Crisis Communication. […]