By Tim MacWelch

An excerpt from Tim’s latest book How To Survive Off The Grid

Yes, kids – earth science class was right, rain is made of water!

Water equates to survival, and without its sustaining presence, we won’t last long. Whether we are on the grid or off it, we rely on water for hydration, cooking, hygiene, electrical power and so much more. Water is the lifeblood of all life, and without it, there is no way to survive. So here’s an easy way to get some of that wonderful H2O if you’re stuck at home during a disaster or just living the “off-grid” dream.

By Tim MacWelch

Could you survive without your phone, tablet or computer? How about surviving without electricity? Our ancestors did it. In fact – more human beings have lived rich and productive lives without electricity than with it. But given our modern convenience-driven lifestyles – would we really be able to survive like our ancestors did?

Hunters and outdoorsmen need apparel that works just as hard as they do, clothing that shields them from the elements, but doesn't restrict them. Since 1996, the Cinch Clothing brand has been creating high quality jeans and apparel and more recently they've expanded their line to include apparel geared toward hunters and outdoor enthusiasts. Jill Gechter is the Brand Manager at Miller International Inc., and she'll join The Revolution to spotlight some great Cinch apparel that should be in every outdoorsman's closet. Check out some of these pieces she'll be discussing:

By Tim MacWelch

Are you REALLY ready to survive a disaster?

September is National Preparedness Month. This FEMA sponsored observance doesn’t get you any paid days off work, and it doesn’t really lend itself to a party or cookout (unless you’re really creative), but it does do one important thing – it reminds the average American to prepare for emergencies both large and small, including natural disasters, utility interruptions and terrorist attacks.