Long-term food storage is a critical part of every prepper’s lifestyle. And with numerous companies offering their own takes on various dishes, it can be hard without trial and error…
Introduction to Pokeweed (Phytolacca americana) Pokeweed is a perennial plant that grows commonly throughout roughly the eastern half of the United States, but is particularly prevalent in the southeastern United…
What are essential oils anyway? They are simply natural aromatic compounds that have been extracted from bark, seeds, stems, roots, resins and flowers (aerial parts) of plants. We’ve all experienced…
Disclaimer: Please talk to a lawyer in your country before taking any of the actions described in this article. Especially before visiting countries with rampant censorship, like many in the…
Who doesn’t love to sit down with a post-apocalyptic book? While entertaining, plenty of books in the genre are a little too disconnected from reality to be useful. If you’re…
Knowing how to store food for the long term is a key component of preparedness. In this article you will learn about using Mylar bags for food storage.
I am a huge proponent preparedness and someone who believes that food security should be a primary concern of every prepper. With that being said, I focus on overall health…
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Editor’s Note: This guide has been revised and updated for 2021. When it’s time to prepare the ultimate emergency food kit, you’ll need the very best brands on your side. Right…
Sure, it’s not a pretty topic– but as soon as the garbage man stops coming, or the sewer main shuts down, you’ll thank yourself for thinking about this issue ahead…
There are a lot of reasons why fermentation is such a popular method for preserving foods. The health benefits include better digestion, tastier vegetables, value adding, and it is a…
History of Garlic Garlic (Allium sativum) originated someplace in Central Asia and has since spread and diversified throughout the world. So what’s so special about garlic? We all know about…
Most of us who keep a flock of chickens, for eggs, meat, or both, only keep a single rooster, if any. Rarely do we keep any of his off-spring. If…
In this review, we discuss Patriot Pantry as a provider of emergency staples. Specifically, we discuss the quality of their food, the ease of preparing, and its nutritional value. Special…
When I talk to people about my passion for foraging, many of them initially feel like there can’t possibly be an easy and accessible way to actually cook these plants…
Editor’s Note: This is a special contribution from longtime BDS community member, Donna. What is Dehydration? Its Cause and Solutions Dehydration happens when you use or lose more fluid than you…
One of the very first things I did when I first started prepping was to bolster my pantry with basic staples that could be used for a variety of purposes. …