Spring weather is often unpredictable, so it is very important to be prepared when severe weather, of any kind, strikes. Even though the groundhog said a little over a week ago that there would be 6 more weeks of winter, spring will be here before we know it. For those up north especially, I know […]
Top 10 Medicinal Herbs You Can Grow On Your Homestead
This guide has information on the best herbs to grow for different ailments in your self sustaining homestead garden to have when the SHTF. Sickness. Pain. We all experience pain and sickness. Sometimes, its just sniffles and allergies to pollen, but sometimes it’s the horrible, I-don’t-want-to-blink-much-less-get-out-of-bed sickness. And most of us have been up at […]
2018 Bug Out Bag Checklist
The Official 2018 Bug Out Bag Checklist. See our top picks for over 100+ reviewed items! Knives, fire starters, filters, shelters, backpacks, and more… It’s that time of the year again. Our official 2018 Bug Out Bag (BOB) checklist is here. We’ve reviewed thousands of items, threw out all the junk, and kept the best. In […]
Flu Prevention, Flu Symptoms, Who Is At Risk, And What To Do If You Get It
Flat Tires 101 – Prevent, Prepare, And Uhh, Pressurize?
10 Items To Ditch From Your Bug Out Bag
11 Reasons To Include Vicks VapoRub In Your Survival Stockpile
We all know of multi purpose items like salt, vinegar and baking soda that we should keep a stockpile of for when the SHTF. But Vicks VapoRub? But I’ve never heard of this one until now – Vicks VapoRub. Yep, you heard me right. Honestly it’s no real surprise given that it’s mostly petroleum jelly […]
10 Self Sufficiency Lessons From The Great Depression
The Great Depression was a very trying time for a lot of families in the early 1930s, but here are 10 important lessons could be learned from it. When the stock market crashed in October 1929, it was the start of the longest lasting economic downturn in the history of the United States. Millions of […]
7 Quick Tips To Help You Survive An Earthquake
Earthquakes are unpredictable and have caused severe damage all across the world. Learn how to keep your family safe with these 7 tips. In my opinion, earthquakes are the scariest natural disaster. The reason for this is because they happen so suddenly and so unpredictably. That is why it is very important to have an […]
Under A Blizzard Or Ice Storm Warning? What You Need To Do To Prepare
Under a winter storm or ice storm watch or warning? How about a blizzard warning? Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered so you can be prepared! With the cold temperatures lately, it’s just a matter of time before we see blizzard conditions. A blizzard is a severe snowstorm with high winds and low visibility. It’s […]
The Ultimate Christmas Gift Guide For Preppers, Non Preppers Who Need To Prep, and Children
15 Survival Foods You’ll Wish You Had
When the grocery store is empty… or doesn’t exist anymore… you’ll dream of these 15 nutritive, filling, and easy to store foods. Get them while you can! Food preps are a classic no brainer. If you’re just beginning to prepare you should start with water and then food. Worry about all the cool gear after […]
Teaching Your Children Survival Skills And Emergency Preparedness Without Them Knowing
How To Boil Water With Rocks
Learn how to boil water using rocks with our straightforward guide. See what rocks to use and how many you’ll need, and how long it takes. If you ever find yourself out in the wild and in desperate need of water you should never drink it without properly purifying it first. We’ve talked about purifying […]
Planning For Short Term Emergencies
Use these checklists and recommendations to be prepared for at least three days. Everything you need to be prepared at home, on the go, and at work. Everyone, and I do mean everyone, should have on hand enough food, water, and other supplies to last for at least three days (a.k.a. 72- hour emergency kits), […]