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Author: Gaye Levy

I grew up and attended school in the Greater Seattle area. After spending many years as an executive in the software industry, I started a specialized accounting practice offering contract CFO work to emerging high tech and service industries. Awhile back I abandoned city life and moved to a serenely beautiful rural area on on San Juan Island in NW Washington State.

These days I call Arizona home and am actively pursuing the purchase of a mountain retreat along the Mogollon Rim.

As you may have noticed, I am a bit of a glamourista but hope you do not hold that against. me. My bug out bag includes makeup and other items to make me look and feel good if SHTF.
10 Reasons to Prepare for an Economic Collapse

10 Reasons to Prepare for an Economic Collapse

It was not that long ago that the country of Greece suffered a devastating collapse of their economy.  At the time, there was a lot of blame game going on…

20 Ways to Use Honey for Wellness and Survival

20 Ways to Use Honey for Wellness and Survival

Rich, golden honey. What is not to like? Just the thought of sweet, fragrant honey and honey bees makes me think of happy times.  That, coupled with its long storage…

Review: Inflatable Solar Air Lantern for Emergencies

Review: Inflatable Solar Air Lantern for Emergencies

If there is one thing we all should be mindful of when it comes to our emergency kits it is weight.  Let me tell you this: strap more than 20…

How to Homestead When You Rent: Part Four

How to Homestead When You Rent: Part Four

When someone talks about the desire to homestead, it is easy to conjure up a vision of cows out at pasture, a flock of chickens in the backyard, and an…

Survival Basics: Using Oxygen Absorbers for Food Storage

Survival Basics: Using Oxygen Absorbers for Food Storage

Everyone has heard that using oxygen absorbers when storing food is important but few know the whys and wherefores. In this Survival Basics article, you will learn what O2 absorbers are all about and how to use them to increase the shelf life of stored foods.

Gear Review: SunJack Waterproof Lightstick

Gear Review: SunJack Waterproof Lightstick

If there is one thing that we all share in common, it is our interest in having adequate light to brighten our way when the grid is down.  Perhaps that…

10 Ways to Stay Calm and Prepare for a Disruptive Event

10 Ways to Stay Calm and Prepare for a Disruptive Event

Preparing for a potential tipping point includes more than acquiring stuff and skills. Here are 10 ways to stay calm and prepare for a disruptive event.

How to Set-Up and Master Ham Radio Without Going Crazy, Part 1

How to Set-Up and Master Ham Radio Without Going Crazy, Part 1

If you have a ham radio (and especially one of those Baofeng’s) sitting on the shelf collecting dust, you need this article. With some help from my radio guru, George Ure, you will learn how to set up and manage ham radio without going crazy!

BDS Prepper Book Festival 8 Is Here!

BDS Prepper Book Festival 8 Is Here!

Spring is in the air and along with it brings an all-new Backdoor Survival Prepper Book Festival. It appears that word has gotten out about these BDS book festivals because…

Managing Blood Pressure With Essential Oils

Managing Blood Pressure With Essential Oils

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a silent killer that is often goes unrecognized. When my own blood pressure started to climb, I knew I had to take action. With the blessing of my physician, I came up with an essential oil protocol that has worked for me. With this salve, you may be able to manage and treat high blood pressure.

How to Homestead When You Rent: Part Three

How to Homestead When You Rent: Part Three

Most prepper-types are also homesteaders but do not know it.  I say that because we “Homestead in Place” which is a term I defined back in January 2014.  Perhaps others…

BDS Book Festival 7: Prepper Pete’s Gun of a Son

BDS Book Festival 7: Prepper Pete’s Gun of a Son

The current Backdoor Survival Book Festival ends today with one of the most unique books yet.  Prepper Pete’s Gun of a Son is a remarkable book on gun safety for…

9 Things To Do to Prepare for Hard Times Ahead

9 Things To Do to Prepare for Hard Times Ahead

Interesting how the government touts disaster readiness but not how to prepare for hard times. Here are 9 things you can do now to prepare for hard times. Can you think of some others?

Gear Review: RAVPower 15W Solar Charger with Dual USB Ports

Gear Review: RAVPower 15W Solar Charger with Dual USB Ports

I am enamored with all things solar.  What is not to like about getting free energy from the sun? Perhaps that is why I am always anxious to test every…

DIY Emergency Lights from Solar Yard Lights

DIY Emergency Lights from Solar Yard Lights

When it comes to emergency lighting, flashlights and lanterns rule.  The problem, however, is that they require a power source, be it batteries, propane, or some other type of fuel. …

DIY Simple Salve: An All Purpose, All Natural  Ointment and Carrier Oil

DIY Simple Salve: An All Purpose, All Natural Ointment and Carrier Oil

Learn to make this all-natural, all-purpose simple salve using just 3 ingredients. A cinch to make and perfect as an all-purpose ointment and carrier oil. You can use it as-is or add your favorite essential oils.