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Regardless of where you live, a winter storm can and will happen at one time or another. These tips will ensure you will weather the storm in comfort.
There is some debate surrounding bleach in the prepping community. Bleach is a powerful cleaning agent, which can even be used to purify water, but it has a short shelf…
Privacy today is a rare thing. Most of us are under the illusion that it is possible to keep things somewhat private. Even at my age, I forget that it…
The various Homestead Acts created a unique opportunity in American society. Starting in 1862, it was suddenly possible for American citizens to lay claim to their own piece of the…
This article will discuss some of the most common sun exposure and sunscreen myths. We’ll get into how sun protection applies in particularly important ways for preppers and homesteaders. We’ll…
So many people that I have met in the prepper world mention their dream of having a place away from everything. While this is a nice thought and something that…
A lot of preppers talk about what to put back for hard times. Canned meat is one item that offers a lot of flavor and nutrition. Not call canned chicken…
Editors Note: This is an updated and revised edition for 2018. Two of the largest names in Emergency Preparedness Food are Wise Company and Mountain House. How do you shop for…
Staying warm during the bitter cold takes some planning. There are plenty of people that survived with very basic means in very cold places. Luckily we have some more convenient…
Driving conditions in the winter can deteriorate quickly. If you live in a climate with harsh winters, then you may be very experienced. Regardless of how well prepared you think…
Footwear is a critical part of prepping. Without the right shoes, bugging out is not going to be possible. You have to be able to cover some ground and be…
The following list of 100 items likely to disappear first in a disaster or panic has been circulating the net for ions and is in the public domain. That does not make it any less useful.
I must admit that I am a bit surprised at the ordering, especially #92 Coffee and #94 Wine/Liquors. Still, regardless of the ordering, this is a useful checklist for all of us to consider as we plan for the future we hope will never arrive.
It is time to take inventory.
The summer has dimmed its light and the colder months are heading our way. While we may be excited about enjoying winter activities we certainly do not look forward to…
It seems there are a lot of different prepper conferences or groups out there. I am not just talking about Facebook either. I am talking about groups that regularly meet,…
If you have prepped well, then you may find yourself in a position of being able to maintain your appearance and well being during a longer emergency. The problem is…
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