Tag: preparations

Hardening Your Home Against Invasion

Hardening Your Home Against Invasion

Hardening Your Home Against Invasion Sadly what we used to consider normal security measures are no longer enough to stop those who wish us harm or to take what is ours for themselves. I remember a time in our countries history where very few of us locked our doors at night. Now I find if …

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Glow In The Dark Rope

Glow in the dark rope

Glow In The Dark Rope There is no doubt how valuable paracord or rope is in camping, hiking, backpacking and in many survival uses. Although not appropriate in all survival scenarios, especially for camping it can be a great addition to your gear. I don’t know if it is just me, or if my age …

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What do Police Radio Codes Mean?

What do Police Radio Codes Mean?

Some posts may include affiliate links. What do Police Radio Codes Mean? When there appears to be an issue in your local area just like everyone else you want to know what’s going on! In a SHTF scenario you want as much Intel as possible. Knowing what the police are dealing with at the moment …

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Review of the Dynamo & Solar Powered Radio

Review of the Dynamo & Solar Powered Radio

Review of the iRonsnow Dynamo & Solar Powered Radio If you have followed this page any length of time you know I rarely do personal reviews of products. I have tight requirements for doing so. I must actually own and use the product. It has to be multi use and at a good price point. …

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Cooling Off and Beating the Heat Info

Cooling Off and Beating the Heat Info

Cooling Off and Beating the Heat Info Temperatures are rising across most western countries. Not only are temperatures reaching higher levels during the warmer seasons in past years, put the cost of keeping cool is rising as well. As resources are becoming more scare, we need to consider alternative ideas and methods for maintaining comfort. …

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What Are The 10 “Sheep Dog Gangs” & Who Will Be In Them After A Collapse

What Are The 10 “Sheep Dog Gangs” & Who Will Be In Them After A Collapse I had never heard the term sheep dog gang before this blog post! I took the word sheep as a negative! But that isn’t the case in this kind of gang. I hope that the blog author in this …

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Get Fruit Harvests In Small Spaces by Espaliering Trees

Get Fruit Harvests In Small Spaces by Espaliering Trees I so wish I had thought of or known about espalier fruit trees when I first purchased my property!  I did not want the loss of open space in the back yard that comes with a fruit tree because I had young children at the time. …

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The Worst Firearms To Use For Home Defense

The Worst Firearms To Use For Home Defense Many of us have a firearm for home defense. But do we have the right one? If you don’t already have one but plan to obtain one, which one and why? The Government Slaves  provides us with those answers at the featured link below 5 Worst Types …

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Self-Reliance Manifesto

Self-Reliance Manifesto Manifesto is a strong word. It lays out a purpose and a plan. That is just what we need when deciding to become self-reliant! It is necessary to put your goals and ideals down on paper. Self-reliance is a difficult task, and you will need reminding along the way of just why you’re …

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When it’s More Than Thunder: Summer Storms

More Than Thunder Prepare for Summer’s Biggest Storms Personally, I don’t like thunder. I know it’s not going to hurt me or my property. But I do know it is quite often a prelude to the storm to come. Now that storm can be harmful to people and property! How to prepare for those devastating …

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