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6 Summer Activities for Preppers and Survivalists

6 Summer Activities for Preppers and Survivalists

It’s summertime. You have two choices: stay inside in an attempt to escape the heat, playing board games, or get outside and put your skills to the test. You probably guessed it -- we recommend the latter choice, which is why we’ve put together this list of summer activities for preppers. So, put down your cell phones and grab your gear and go bag.

These activities aren’t just for fun like the best survival games or zombie survival shows you see on TV (though they are fun!); their purpose is to help you work on valuable skills and expand your knowledge even more, with hands-on experiences and real-life applications. We know the Walking Dead is fun to watch, but lets get ready for reality. You ready for the most important lessons and, above all, fun?

Here are 6 summer activities for preppers:

1. Camping. This one may seem like a given, but some can get scared of camping during this time of year, as the heat can be intimidating. What we have to say about that: you’re a prepper. You’re a BattlBoxer. Be ready for anything! Most people can get there with the right prep so...Grab your gear and get camping, even if it doesn’t require a long walk to get to your site (we get it, it’s hot). This could be a great time to take yourself back to the basics and master your skills. Get back in survival mode! Learn how to make your own shelter, find water, food, etc. Test your methods for shelter building and purifying contaminated water in the right environment. Just make sure you have these items packed.

2. Hiking. The best time to put your bug out skills to the test is in the most extreme conditions. Pick a hot day and practice hiking with your bug out bag. Is it too heavy? Do you have what you need? Could you afford to add a few extra items in there? Practice now before shit actually hits the fan. Still need some convincing? This is another fun activity you can include your kids and family in. Just plan a scavenger hunt, including spotting certain plants and animal along the trail. Here are the Top 6 Things Preppers Get from Hiking.

3. Cooking. Master your outdoor cooking skills! The summer is a great time to put your grill to use, but also to put your camp stove and fire cooking skills to the test. Grab your whole family or friends and cook them a full meal. All the ways to show off your skills, especially to those in your life who may not be as skilled as you -- show them that these skills are practical and enjoyable!

4. Gardening. Gardening isn’t just a fun activity for grandma! Growing your own food is a need to know skill and a huge step toward sustainability. The summer time is a great time to focus on this, and something that you can continue to tend to and better all year long. 

5. Preserving. The summer is a great time to learn to preserve and dehydrate your food so you’re ready for when SHTF with the perfect survival kit and food storage. This article has plenty of tips for prepping and storing your food.

6. Reading. This one’s a little less hands-on than the others, but still just as important. Make a goal for yourself to read a certain number of books this summer, and choose those that will help increase your survival skills even more. Learn more about the essential you need for a bug out bag, first aid kit, and how to prepare for a power outage. Even include books that teach kids the basics of emergency preparedness, and get all your loved ones involved and prepped. Here are a few recommendations from us:
The Bushcraft Bible
Nuclear War Survival Skills Book
BackCountry Cooking Book

We’d love to hear all the fun you have putting your prepping skills to the test this summer, even when it’s hot every day. Head to our Facebook page and let us know what things you’re doing to keep your skills sharp, and leave some tips for your fellow BattlBoxers.

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