Articles on how to prepare yourself, your family, your house and your livestock for disasters and emergencies of all sizes. This isn’t the same as actually surviving them; this is about getting ready for them and, in many cases, avoiding them altogether!
Power outages can be a pain. They can be a big pain if they last a long time. Most preppers already know plenty about power outage preparation, including unplugging major appliances and other important devices to prevent damage in case of a surge when the power comes back on. But something you might not have …
Do I Need to Turn Off the Gas When the Power Goes Out? Read More »
You don’t need a degree in economics to realize that the frightening possibility of an economic collapse is growing more and more likely every day. Arguably, not since the Great Depression has there been such a confluence of events so likely to capsize the average person’s way of life. Now, if you are a prepper …
21 Items You Should Stockpile for the Next Economic Collapse Read More »
One of the most fundamental preps for any sort of emergency or disaster preparedness is having stockpiled supplies and a sizable supply of food on hand. Chances are you won’t be able to dash down to your local corner store or grocery if you need something for the duration of the event, and even if …
Here’s Your Grocery List of 16 Items for the Next Power Outage Read More »
Winter weather presents many challenges for preppers, and not the least of all is the prospect of facing bitterly cold weather without any electricity. Loss of lighting and, worse, loss of heat can be potentially deadly or at best can make your life totally miserable. Luckily, for all but the most extreme environments, it is …
26 Clever Ways to Prepare for a Winter Power Outage Read More »
Even though most of us know better, it is still far from uncommon today to encounter people who take a disdainful view of those who wish to be more prepared in life. Seeing it as socially unacceptable or just plain wasteful, it is virtually impossible to get such people on board with the idea. If …
Pretty much every prepper knows by now how important it is to have a stash of cash on hand in case of an emergency or a major disaster. When power is knocked out and communications networks are down, you won’t be able to rely on electronic forms of payment, be they credit cards, debit cards …
Relying on wood for heat is kind of a funny thing. You might think you have a giant stack of firewood that can last you well through the winter, only to find out, horrified, that you were down to your last few pieces when you aren’t even halfway through the cold season. If you rely …
Every experienced gardener you talk to has their own preferred method for preparing and storing seeds for planting. Some swear by paper envelopes. Others will use only glass jars. Each recommendation you get comes with a long list of dos, don’ts, and a few nerves. Take the topic of plastic containers, for instance. Some folks …
Not all of what we require to prepare falls into the category of a traditional survival necessity- food, water, medical supplies and the like. Some useful, even essential, preps are everyday goods that may seem ordinary, but are still one of those things that can make life a little more bearable and much easier. There …
If you have been living a lifestyle of self-reliance for any length of time, there is little doubt you’re already familiar with the notion of keeping vital gear and supplies close at hand in order to be better prepared. Pretty much every prepared person understands the value of a go-bag or BOB. The utility of …
