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02/27/2019 / By Mary Miller

What should really be in your Everyday Carry (EDC)?

The personal belongings that people bring with them everyday can tell a lot about that person. In the same manner, what you pack in your Everyday Carry (EDC) kit can tell a lot about your priorities and your overall level of preparedness. You never know when an emergency might happen, but having the right items […]

01/15/2019 / By Mary Miller

Basic storage strategies for different bean varieties to help with your long-term survival plan

Beans are an inexpensive, nutritious food staple that can last through any long-term survival plans. When kept under the right storage conditions, beans can stay fresh and viable for over 30 years. Their incredibly long, stable shelf life and high nutritional value make them an ideal survival food. If you want a nutritionally dense emergency food supply […]

12/21/2018 / By Mary Miller

The REAL meaning and purpose of expiration dates on food

Food date labels are often a death sentence for the food item in question. They judge the food items with the words “best before,” “use by,” “sell by,” and so on. The numbers written on the tag are an ever-present warning that their time is limited. Little by little, they slowly count down the food’s […]

12/20/2018 / By Mary Miller

How much food should you store to prepare for one year of disaster?

If food supply lines are disrupted, do you have enough food to keep you going? If you do, how long will your food supply last you? A month? Several months? How about a year? Long-term food storage is something you need to seriously take into consideration if you want to be truly prepared for large-scale disasters. […]

12/07/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

7 reasons why you should build an attached greenhouse

If you’ve always wanted to build a greenhouse for your plants, then an attached greenhouse, sometimes called a lean-to, could be the best option for you. Apart from not needing a considerable amount of space and resources, an attached greenhouse also offers seven other advantages that both beginners and expert gardeners will enjoy. An attached […]

12/05/2018 / By Mary Miller

Follow these tips to ensure the proper long-term storage of grains

Grains make for an ideal survival food due to their long shelf life. Stocking up on grains can be useful in case SHTF. However, there is no point in stockpiling large amounts of grain if you don’t know how to properly store them. Here is a survival guide on how to properly store grain for long-term […]

12/04/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

Simple techniques to find groundwater

Water is crucial to human survival. As a prepper or homestead owner, one of the essential skills you can develop is finding and collecting groundwater. If you are unsure about your ability to find water and dig wells, don’t worry – you can always learn from the experts. (h/t to SurvivalBlog.com) Unless you’re bugging out […]

12/03/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

During SHTF situations, the worst thing you can do is hesitate

It takes more than stockpiling food, equipment, and other resources to survive SHTF situations – you need to train your mind, too. In an emergency situation where immediate action is a matter of life and death, the slightest bit of hesitation could be the blow that derails even your best-laid plans for survival. People respond […]

10/25/2018 / By Ellaine Castillo

Essential oils to treat wounds and scrapes when you’re off the grid

Many people have become extremely dependent on technology and other scientific advancements for almost everything in life. However, for those who are living off-grid, conveniences like treatments for cuts and bruises may not be accessible. Fortunately, nature can provide almost everything that’s needed to survive in this world; people just have to know where to look. […]

10/22/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Don’t make these 10 mistakes when deciding to live in rural areas

Residents of rural areas have it easier than urban preppers. Townfolk, homesteaders, and people who live off-grid generally have the right skills to survive on their own. However, an article in Survivopedia brings up serious concerns that could compromise your ability to survive in the countryside. Ensuring the health of your livestock and crops You will […]

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