The Book

The Field Guide to Not Going Extinct

The Field Guide to Not Going Extinct is a practical preparedness reference designed to help individuals and families continue functioning when modern systems become unavailable.

The guide addresses foundational areas, including food production and preservation, water systems, energy considerations, basic construction, logistics, community organization, and the preservation of knowledge. Throughout, the focus is on approaches that remain applicable across a wide range of environments and resource constraints, without reliance on specialized equipment or proprietary systems.

Physically produced as a field manual, the book is printed on weather-resistant synthetic paper and bound with a black plastic coil for durability and repeated use. Diagrams and illustrations are integrated throughout to support clarity and practical application in workshop, field, and reference settings.

This book is intended for individuals, libraries, educational programs, and institutions seeking a serious, non-fiction reference on preparedness, sustainability, and long-term resilience. It is not a motivational guide, speculative work, or entertainment title, but a functional manual designed to be used, annotated, and returned to over time.

Format & Physical Details

  • Spiral-bound field manual

  • Weather-resistant synthetic paper

  • Clear protective front cover, black rear protective cover

  • Black plastic coil binding

  • Black and blue interior printing

  • Printed in the United States

Availability

The book is available for individual purchase through this site.
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