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Kirk Ballard

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Kirk Ballard is the founder of thepreparednessexperience.com, and he is one of the biggest survival enthusiasts you will encounter in life. Many reasons turned Kirk into this passionate person who loves survivalism to his core. But the most important one would be the years he spent in the countryside. The situation allowed Kirk to have an upbringing close to flora and fauna. Kirk Ballard does not hate conveniences, but he would love to spend life with the bare minimum in the wilderness if he has an option.
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People talking at a prepper convention
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The Top 5 Prepper Conventions & Survival Expos in 2022

  • byKirk Ballard
  • May 22, 2022
  • 39.4K views
Prepper conventions and survival expos are some of the best places you can visit if you want to…
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Dark power grid due to no EMP protection
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EMP Protection: How To Survive An Attack

  • byKirk Ballard
  • April 27, 2022
  • 39.4K views
Having an understanding of basic EMP protection and the reality of the threats we face is crucial if…
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SAM splint
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How To Use A SAM Splint: Common Techniques And Why Every First Aid Kit Should Have One

  • byKirk Ballard
  • April 23, 2022
  • 56.5K views
SAM splints are one of the most useful pieces of first aid equipment you can have in your…
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Example of a bug out location
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11 Useful Tips for Picking the Perfect Bug Out Location

  • byKirk Ballard
  • April 23, 2022
  • 48.6K views
Picking a good bug out location is one of the most important things you can do if you’re…
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Prepper first aid kit tied down in a vehicle
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The Ultimate Prepper First Aid Kit (Along with a List of 38 Essential Supplies)

  • byKirk Ballard
  • March 29, 2022
  • 65.1K views
If you’re looking to set up the ultimate prepper first aid kit, then you’ve come to the right…
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A teepee long term survival shelter
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The Updated Guide to Building a Long-Term Survival Shelter

  • byKirk Ballard
  • March 23, 2022
  • 48.4K views
Building a long-term survival shelter is a skill that any survivalist or prepper should have. It doesn’t matter…
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Prepper emergency and survival water filtration
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The 7 Best Water Filtration Systems For Survival

  • byKirk Ballard
  • March 6, 2022
  • 58.9K views
Having the right water filtration tools is absolutely essential if you’re committed to prepping or survivalism. Clean water…
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Some of the best emergency candles sitting on a table in the dark
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The 5 Best Emergency Candles + How to Use Them for Survival

  • byKirk Ballard
  • February 28, 2022
  • 66.5K views
Emergency candles are one of the most overlooked prepping/survival supplies out there. So many people rush out and…
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Established emergency toilet option
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Emergency Toilets 101: How to Set Up and Use Them Properly

  • byKirk Ballard
  • February 23, 2022
  • 28.6K views
Emergency toilet options are one of the most overlooked aspects of emergency preparedness. So many people run around…
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One of the best places to live off the grid is in Montana
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11 Best Places To Live Off The Grid: Complete Guide

  • byKirk Ballard
  • February 17, 2022
  • 62.8K views
The best places to live off the grid have a lot in common. But at first glance, there…
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A man prepping on a budget
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Prepping On A Budget Made Easy: The 7 Rules You Need To Know

  • byKirk Ballard
  • February 8, 2022
  • 69.0K views
Prepping on a budget is a skill that many people don’t have, or possibly can’t even imagine. They…
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An example jar used in a prepper food storage plan
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The Complete 2022 Guide To Prepper Food Storage

  • byKirk Ballard
  • January 29, 2022
  • 39.6K views
Depending on your situation, you might need to store food at more than one location. What we’re getting…
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Man using one of the best survival radios
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The 8 Best Survival Radios for Emergencies (2022 Reviews)

  • byKirk Ballard
  • January 26, 2022
  • 54.0K views
The best survival radios can be a lifesaver in emergencies and SHTF scenarios. Not only will they keep…
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A man surveying land with his INCH bag on his back
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How To Prepare An INCH Bag (And The Essential Checklist For 2022)

  • byKirk Ballard
  • January 10, 2022
  • 58.2K views
Putting together an INCH bag is something all serious preppers and survivalists need to do. If things REALLY…
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The best survival multi-tool opened to see its features
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The 7 Best Survival Multi-Tools (2022 Update)

  • byKirk Ballard
  • January 10, 2022
  • 76.9K views
Finding the best survival multi-tools can seem a little challenging at first. There are so many similarities between…
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Man walking with a tactical umbrella
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The Best Tactical Umbrellas For Self-Defense In 2022

  • byKirk Ballard
  • January 9, 2022
  • 51.3K views
Tactical umbrellas are one of the most underrated self-defense weapons out there, plain and simple. While most people…
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One of the best neck knives stuck in a tree
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The 10 Best Neck Knives You Have To See (2022 Review)

  • byKirk Ballard
  • January 9, 2022
  • 39.2K views
Choosing the best neck knife for your particular needs is crucial if you’re considering getting one. Contrary to…
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A group of the best MRE meals on top of their original packaging
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The Best MRE In 2022 (And The Top Brands Reviewed)

  • byKirk Ballard
  • January 8, 2022
  • 59.5K views
Picking the best MRE (meal ready to eat) is tricky because they all look pretty much the same…

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