Preparedness

“Every mile is two in winter.” George Herbert

Escaping the unknown and overwhelming is the basic idea behind bugging out. It’s not as far fetched an idea as many . . .

Winter provides so many avenues to enjoy the snowy outdoors. From ice-skating to snowboarding, there’s something for everyone. 

Some may argue skiing is the best winter sport . . .

This post is about a 72-hour kit that Matt and I put together with things we had mostly on hand. Some of you may have read the MRE article . . .

After much debate, my husband and I decided to raise a flock of chickens and our own eggs. Neither one of us wanted chickens hanging out super close to the . . .

Jackery has been putting out a lot of quality power solutions for those that backpack, travel, or that simply want to be more prepared. I know that some of you . . .

Dry bags are useful for those that are concerned about keeping gear as dry and protected as possible under very wet conditions. This article is going to cover a variety . . .

The end of all things has always intrigued me. I have had eyes for the apocalypse as far back as I can remember. The revelation that the world could be . . .

Coffee is a vice that a lot of us have in common.

There are a lot of people that don’t drink or smoke but they do rely on that . . .

The 72-hour kit is an excellent way to get on the road to being more prepared. It can be a helpful first step towards getting people to prepare that . . .

Recently I acquired a few pieces of small gear and thought I might review them. I do like flashlights and radios!

The flashlight was sent to me for an honest . . .

The MRE or Meal Ready To Eat is a staple of the US military but here is a little secret: most people really don’t like to eat them unless . . .

I am very much tethered to the grid. There is something to be said about the amenities but it seems that the word of the century is going to be . . .

Dogs can be beneficial during an emergency. This article is going to focus on how to prepare for taking care of your dog and how they can benefit your situation . . .

When we think with a survival mentality, we usually consider the destination as our endgame. But getting to that safe place in a disaster is what presents the greatest risk . . .

You know the weather event that I dread more than snow.

An ice storm.

The ice storm can turn roads and paths into an ice skating rank in no time . . .

Glue is an important thing but it often gets overlooked until it is needed the most. Having a variety of glues and adhesives on hand is a wise move for . . .

With October halfway gone, it is time to be thinking about any winter preps that you have not done. At 3,000 feet in the mountains of North Carolina, we . . .

Mankind’s Greatest Predator

As humanity broke through the paleolithic we were leaving behind a variety of medieval predators that stalked and killed us for thousands of years.

Real-life . . .

Over the years I have discovered that there are many different uses for the inexpensive fleece blankets that you can pick up at any Wal-Mart, grocery store, or Dollar . . .

Leatherman is a brand I have carried perhaps more than any other brand of knife due to my enthusiasm for the classic multitool. My foray into the world of Leatherman . . .

I recently was in an environment where there was a class on psychological warfare.

I also saw those same concepts being applied by others. Not that I was surprised. In . . .

HEALTH DISCLAIMER

This blog post provides general information and discussions about health and related subjects. The information and other content provided in this blog post, or in any linked materials . . .

Every day, 6,000 children die of water-related diseases.https://www.unicef.org/media/media_21423.html

What an astounding number! Now, to be fair, water-related diseases will also . . .

The right tent depends on your needs. Plenty of people that spend a lot of time outdoors have more than one tent. I am going to categorize tents my purpose . . .

Have
you felt like you don’t really know that many people besides those
that are online buddies?

Do
you feel alone or isolated?

If
you are like many Americans . . .

Coghlan’s is a brand that is found at many different camping stores from campgrounds to Wal-Mart. They have been around a long time and produce a variety of . . .

I have noticed that a lot of people
have expressed frustration with getting their spouse or partner to
prep. When I was interviewed by Todd Sepulveda on The Prepper Website . . .

Another morning starts with chicory and hardtack. You break camp quickly and carry your life on your back. Armed with what’s in your pack and the skills learned you . . .

Editor’s Note: This resource has been revised and updated for 2018.

Of all of the reasons to prepare, one that we all need to take seriously is the possibility . . .

No matter how many times I write about food, there is always something new to consider or a new and different way to present the same old information in a more useful manner. With that in mind, today I would like to share a method for getting started with your food storage program in an easy, step by step, and cost effective manner.

To be truthful, my initial goal with this article was to respond to readers who were just getting started and wanted a shopping list of things to buy for their food storage pantry. I also wanted to compile a checklist that more experienced preppers could use to compare what they had to what they needed. My goal can pretty much be summed up by saying that I wanted to write about getting started with food storage the easy way. No frills, no fluff – just a common sense list of food items to get you started.