Homestead in Place One of our favorite bloggers Gayle over at Backdoor Survival lives a prepper lifestyle but her dream has long been to own and operate a legitimate homestead. The livestock, the crops, the huge garden, the entire way of life appeals to her. But like many of us she has had to make …
Radio Communications During an Event Emergency radio frequencies HAM radio is the one most talked about of preparedness communications. However, there are many others to consider! Finding the right radios for you is a part of the prepping process. You don’t realize how much you depend upon communication until it’s gone! Information stops flowing and …
The Kratky Method for Passive Gardening Passive gardening?? Yes, Yes, Yes! Finally a method of gardening that doesn’t take all my good weather time to upkeep. I am for any method that allows me to be out of the garden enjoying fair weather activities and still produce what my family eats. Even better this type …
Blackout: Prepping for an EMP at Work Blackouts whether due to adverse weather or the big blackout due to an EMP is more likely to hit when you are not a home. Most of us spend the majority of our day at the office or work place. If you have prepared you have a get …
Back Door Shopping Strategy When Grocery Stores Go Empty We have all seen if not experienced in person the mayhem and chaos of black Friday shopping. Double that insanity for panic storm shopping and then you can take it off the chart once folks realize the emergency may keep the shelves empty for months. I …
Bugging-In Tips for Urban Preppers The majority of urban preppers say they plan to bug out. But in all honesty it is not going to be possible for a huge amount of people. Where are they going to go? How will they get there? How will they survive once they do arrive where ever? Getting …
65 Reasons Ham Radio Operators Love Them Most of us know that a ham radio is one of the pieces of gear that preppers want. But are there more reasons than just prep gear to own one? You must have a license to legally operate one. So why do people go through the license process, …
Last Minute Hurricane Preparations It has been predicted that this year’s hurricane season will be busier than usual. Texas is still reeling from Hurricane Harvey. Before another hurricane hits this time perhaps in your area you need to be ready! What should your last actions be to protect yourself or your home before evacuating or …
DIY Water Filter Distiller We all worry about clean water after any disaster manmade or natural. Water is the essence of life. No matter which in which country, state, or region you reside in, water is going to be a priority find during a crisis. You may think ahh but there is a lake just down the road, or it …
International Search and Rescue Advisory Group Search and Rescue Markings On television or in real time most of us have seen markings on buildings and walls after a disaster. If you are in the United States FEMA markings may be more familiar. See them and their meanings here >>>FEMA Search and Rescue Markings-Why You Should …
