These maps can offer invaluable insight for planning, decision-making, and survival strategy in a wide range of disaster or survival scenarios. They help survivalists, preppers and homesteaders identify the best places to bug out, avoid danger, and ensure long-term survival by utilizing natural resources and safe zones effectively.
Members Map
Use the Members Map to find Members in your local area or abroad. Click on the More Information to go to their member profile to do things like make a friend request, send and receive message and even private chat.
Groups Map
Use the Groups Map to find Communities and Groups in your local area or abroad. Click on the More Information link to go to that Group page to do things like join the group, contact members and private group chat.
Postings Map
Use the Postings Map to find Posting on various topics in your local area or abroad. Click on the More Information link for the Posting to go to the full Posting.
Best Places to Survive Off the Land North America
A map tailored for living off the land is a vital asset for preppers, as it provides crucial information about natural resources, shelter, and terrain. With a map, preppers can identify areas rich in edible plants, hunting zones, and reliable water sources, making it easier to sustain themselves over time.
A detailed map also helps locate natural shelters and protected spots, which can offer safety from harsh weather conditions or emergencies. By understanding the layout of their environment, preppers can develop a seasonal strategy for foraging and hunting, ensuring sustainable use of resources and a balanced approach to survival.
- Western Canada
- Central Canada
- Eastern Canada
- Northern Canada
Best Places to Live vs Worst – According to Crime
This map shows my picks for the best places and the worst places to live across North America (Canada & USA) according to crime statistics (including the immigration issue).
Best Places vs Most Crime (Canada and United States)
Reported and Forecast Food Shortages Places
This map shows places with existing or forecast food shortages across North America (Canada & USA). It is color coded by the major cause for the food shortage. Read the description for other reasons for the food shortage.
Reported and Forecast Food Shortages (Canada and United States)
Best Bugout Places
For preppers, a map highlighting bugout locations is essential for a strategic and efficient evacuation plan. A map of potential bugout locations can reveal the best routes to safe areas, helping preppers avoid congested roads and other potential hazards during an emergency.
It allows them to assess terrain features, distance from urban areas, and proximity to resources like water and shelter, which are critical for longer-term survival. Furthermore, a detailed bugout map can mark alternative routes and secondary safe zones, providing backup options if primary locations become compromised. Having this level of preparation helps preppers navigate quickly and effectively, ensuring they reach secure locations with essential resources, even under pressure.
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Foraging Zones Map
wild edibles, medicinal plants, and other valuable resources, reducing the need to depend solely on stored supplies. Such a map can highlight seasonal plants, allowing for a rotational foraging plan that prevents overharvesting and promotes resource regeneration.
Additionally, maps that show diverse ecosystems, from forests to wetlands, help preppers understand where different species grow best, maximizing their foraging efficiency. By identifying these areas and knowing when and where to forage, preppers can develop a steady, balanced approach to supplement their food and medicine supplies directly from the land.
Natural Disasters Risk Map
For preppers, a map that highlights areas prone to natural disasters is a critical tool for avoiding potentially life-threatening situations. Such a map provides insights into regions with high risks of floods, earthquakes, wildfires, tornadoes, and other hazards, enabling preppers to strategically plan their locations and routes accordingly.
By identifying safer zones or low-risk areas, preppers can select their bugout locations, foraging spots, and evacuation paths with a clear understanding of local risks. Additionally, knowing where dangerous zones are allows preppers to establish alternative routes to safety, reducing the chances of being trapped in disaster-prone areas. This foresight enhances their ability to respond effectively during emergencies, supporting a higher level of preparedness and resilience.
Prepper Maps (by State and Province)
For preppers, a map is an essential tool that enhances every aspect of survival planning and resource management. A well-detailed map helps them locate crucial resources like water, food sources, and natural shelters, making self-sufficiency more attainable.
Additionally, maps can identify both bugout locations and potential hazards, such as areas prone to natural disasters or high population density, which may be best avoided during emergencies. By outlining safe routes and alternative paths, a map enables preppers to navigate efficiently and evade risks, even under pressure.
Maps tailored to show seasonal resources and regional climate patterns also support sustainable foraging and living off the land. Overall, a reliable map empowers preppers with knowledge, enabling them to make well-informed decisions and establish a resilient, adaptable survival strategy.
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United States
Evacuation Routes Map
Shows multiple routes out of urban areas, including backroads, secondary highways, and refueling points, avoiding traffic and congestion.
Disaster Risk Map
Identifies zones prone to natural disasters like floods, earthquakes, tornadoes, and man-made risks such as chemical spills and industrial zones.
Nuclear Fallout Map
Displays projected fallout zones around key cities, military targets, and missile launch sites, indicating safe zones based on wind patterns and distance.
Water Sources Map
Marks natural freshwater sources such as rivers, lakes, streams, wells, and aquifers, crucial for long-term survival.
EMP Impact Zones Map
Estimates areas at risk from EMP attacks, showing high-risk urban centers and low-risk rural areas.
Wildlife Migration Routes Map
Tracks seasonal wildlife migration, helping hunters and foragers optimize food sourcing.
Renewable Energy Potential Map
Shows areas with high solar, wind, or hydroelectric energy potential, ideal for off-grid living.
Safe Zones for Disease Outbreaks Map
Identifies low-population-density areas for avoiding pandemics or biological outbreaks.
Geographical Isolation Map
Displays isolated areas such as mountain ranges, deserts, and wilderness, useful for remaining hidden and avoiding contact with others.
Soil Fertility Map
Highlights areas with rich, arable soil for those planning to grow survival gardens or engage in sustainable farming.
Hydrographic Network Map
A detailed map showing rivers, streams, creeks, and irrigation systems, vital for agriculture and drinking water.
National and State Forests Map
Shows the locations of public lands such as national parks, state forests, and wilderness areas where one can legally forage or hunt.
Climate Resilience Map
Displays areas with stable, predictable climates less prone to extreme weather events, making them ideal for long-term living.
Natural Shelters and Caves Map
Marks areas with natural caves or other geographical features providing shelter from the elements.
Economic Collapse Risk Map
Identifies regions that may be less impacted by economic collapse, based on local industry, supply chain reliance, and proximity to essential resources.
Underground Bunkers and Shelter Map
Pinpoints known underground bunkers, fallout shelters, or areas where one could potentially build such structures for safety.
Communications Blackout Map
Shows areas with weak or non-existent communications infrastructure, which would be less affected by government or corporate surveillance in the event of societal breakdown.
Disclaimer: There are different types of maps. Some maps may provide places, indicating a specific location (i.e. best place to survive off the land) while other maps may indicate an area (i.e. best area to avoid nuclear fallout).
Additionally, some maps may be static in nature (best place to forage off the land) and not change frequently, while other maps may need updating periodically or even frequently (i.e. Safe Zones for disease breakout).
I have made every effort to provide up-to-date information for each of these maps, but please check the date on the map to understand when it was last updated.