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How to Avoid Jet Lag in Six Easy Steps
Do you ever wonder how some people can arrive at their vacation destinations rarin’ to go from the minute they step off the plane,...
How to Grow an Endless Supply of Basil From One Plant
“Endless basil?” you say. “Endless? You mean I can grow all the basil I need from one plant? You keep saying this ‘endless’ word....
PREPAREDNESS
HOMESTEADING
FOOD
Is Using FIFO for a Food Stockpile a Good Idea?
Like many preppers, when I started prepping I used the “first in first out” aka FIFO method for building my food storage. The FIFO...
SHTF
FARMING
How To Save Money This Winter
Tackling your heating bill this winter is one way to save money and there are some easy ways to do it! Lowering your heating...
DIY
The Ancient Secret That Still Lights Up The Wilderness?
Discover how outdoor experts create fire using a technique that predates modern civilization yet remains one of the most reliable methods in the wilderness. This forgotten skill transforms ordinary hikes into memorable adventures and connects you to generations of explorers who relied on nothing but stone, metal, and knowledge to survive. Master this ancient art that outdoor guides still use today – because some traditions endure for good reason.
How to Make a Grab and Go Binder
Not long ago, I opened up my bank statement and found a series of unauthorized charges. I promptly called the bank and reported the...
How to Make a Portable Swamp Cooler
Ok Where I come from it gets hot. So hot that beer evaporates while in the bottle.
Also the fact that my room gets a...
10 Essentials for Surviving an EMP
Most people don’t think twice about what would happen if the power went out—and stayed out. But there are real threats that could shut...
How to Drill Concrete
Construction projects are endlessly rewarding until you come across a problem that you can’t quickly solve. Struggling to understand how to drill concrete can...
How to Start a Fire Flint and Steel Vs Ferrocerium
Fire Starting: Flint & Steel Versus Ferrocerium Key Differences – Intro
Nothing sets the tone of a survival situation or emergency in the woods like...
How to Restore Rusty Cast Iron Pans
Want a pan that will stand the test of time? For over 100 years cast iron as been a traditional favorite in kitchens across...
1 Clever Trick To Hook Your Emergency Water Storage Tanks Into Your Plumbing
Water is life. As a prepper, as an outdoors person, and even as a human, this fact has been drilled into our heads over...
BUG OUT
The World After Hurricane Irma in Florida
After Hurricane Irma in Florida – Miracles Galore
Well, she wasn’t as bad as expected, but she wasn’t great either. Let me begin by acknowledging...
FOOD
Recipe – Foods You Can Sautee
Sautéing is a cooking technique that basically consists of cooking something quickly in a pan, over a relatively high heat, using a tossing, rather...
Recipe – Dark Cherry Mulberry Jam
Are you growing or foraging mulberries and need a great mulberry jam recipe? Well, here you go! This mulberry jam recipe mixes fresh mulberries...
A Prepper’s Food Storage
A deep pantry a good thing to have.
Remember having a deep pantry isn’t just about having extra food on hand. It is also about...
GEAR
The Best Folding Knife For Self-Defense?
What’s the best knife for self-defense purposes? The evidence points to – not using a knife for self-defense in the first place. The legal...
Last Minute Prepping Checklist
When unexpected events unfold rapidly, having a streamlined approach to preparedness can make all the difference. Whether facing severe weather, infrastructure disruptions, or other...
Skills For SHTF
Envision SHTF as something that could disrupt the normal function Government if you would. A disruption in government that would cause law enforcement to...
Prepping Your Car for Emergencies
An emergency can strike at any place, and at any time, which is why it is essential
always to stay prepared and have some emergency...
Uncommon Items For Your Bug Out Bag
We all know what our bug-out bag essentials are, right? 90% of the items we packed are pretty much the same for all of...
HEALTH
The Hidden Survival Skill That Could Save You During the Next Crisis
Why Your Grandparents' Secret to Survival Is More Important Now Than Ever
The economy today is teetering on the edge, and food prices...
How to Stress Less in Emergency Situations
A catastrophic event can be extremely hard on the body; mentally and physically. Since not all emergencies are the same, it is important to...
SUPERGLUE: YOUR SURVIVAL SECRET WEAPON?
Applications That Could Save Your Life When...
What if the one thing standing between you and disaster was sitting in your junk drawer right now?
Ever...
What You Should Know About Stockpiling Antibiotics
Responsible Antibiotic Storage for Home Emergency Preparedness
Medical self-reliance represents an important aspect of comprehensive family preparedness planning. While professional healthcare remains the optimal choice...
The Power of Plantain Herb
Usually mistaken for a pesky garden weed, plantain turns out to be a potent tool for your home remedy kit. Here's what to know...
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Uncommon Items For Your Bug Out Bag
We all know what our bug-out bag essentials are, right? 90% of the items we packed are pretty much the same for all of...
Are You Making These 15 Common Canning Mistakes?
Canning is an amazing way to preserve the flavors of summer and enjoy your favorite fruits and vegetables all year long. But while the...
How to Make A Primitive Fish Trap
If you ever find yourself in a survival situation, it is important to try and use as little energy as possible. It may happen...
How To Get To Know Your Neighbors
How well do you know you know your neighbors? A few years ago I had a mini-flash flood in my backyard. We had torrential...
How to Backfeed after SHTF
Earthquake, Southern California, sitting in my kitchen at 5:25 am I felt the roll, heard the house creek and crack and through my dining...
How to Survive an EMP
All of our lives would be drastically impacted if either a man-made or natural EMP disaster happened. It would not take weeks, or even...
Tips for Your Fall Garden
A little fall planning and prepping can really rev up the spring season. Autumn is the time to clean up beds, manage soils, prepare...
Review – Survival Generator for Well Pump, Caravan, and Welding Machines
One of the most important items you should have stored away for an emergency is a good quality high power 110v electric generator. These...
