The first cold front has arrived, and our Yule tradition begins — brewing Fire Cider. These spicy, immune-boosting tonics warm the body, lift the spirit, and bring a little magic to winter with every jar.

This weekend, my family and I packed up and headed into the Blackwater River Forest in Holt, Florida — one of the purest, wildest remaining longleaf pine ecosystems in North America. It wasn't just a camping trip. It was a test, a homecoming, a little spiritual recalibration, and a field laboratory for what Six Point Survival is all about: connection, resilience, and remembering who we really are when the modern noise drops out. And yes — we brought Skelly , our Six Point Hal

Discover the secret energy source growing wild across Florida! 🌿 Yaupon Holly (Ilex vomitoria) is North America’s only native caffeinated plant — used for centuries by Indigenous tribes for strength, focus, and ceremony. Learn how to identify, harvest, and brew this antioxidant-rich tea that’s thriving right here in the Blackwater River Forest.

Discover the top urban gardening trends for 2025! From vertical planters to smart soil sensors, this guide shares essential tools and tips to grow food in small city spaces, boosting sustainability and survival skills.

No stream? No problem. This guide covers 5 essential methods for finding water in the wild when surface sources are nowhere in sight, skills everyone should know.

Composting turns your kitchen scraps and yard waste into black gold for your garden. It’s simple, sustainable, and one of the easiest ways to reduce waste while improving soil health. In this post, we’ll break down the basics of composting, how to get started with minimal effort, and what to avoid so your pile doesn’t turn into a stinking mess. Whether you're on a homestead or in the suburbs, composting is a skill worth learning.

Nature provides more than just scenery—it’s a full pantry if you know what to look for. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to identify, test, and safely use wild edible plants for survival. Whether you're foraging in the backcountry or your own backyard, these skills can boost your self-reliance and keep you fed when it matters most.

In Florida’s 850 region, the land offers more than beauty—it provides opportunity. This blog explores how to build your homestead by tapping into local resources, with a focus on gardening. From native plants to climate-smart growing tips, learn how to work with nature to create a thriving, sustainable home in harmony with the land around you.

Last year we started small—this year we’re going all in. In this post, we explore the basics and benefits of square foot gardening, a game-changing method that helps homesteaders and survivalists grow more food in less space. Learn how we prepped our land, built raised beds, and planned our garden using efficient tools and local resources—all with big harvest goals in mind.