Crossing a River Safely Whether you are a hunter, hiker, fisherman/woman, camper, or in a bug out situation, eventually you will come across a river. Most of us plan to seek out a water source in any emergency scenario. Rivers may appear to be calm and of little or no depth of consequence and still be …
9 Spices Decrease Triglyceride Good health is important for anyone preparing to be around for the long haul. Whether you’re preparing for a time when medications and medical personnel won’t be readily available or just want to be around to inspire your grandchildren by taking care of yourself. Many health issues can be avoided if …
26 Secret Fishing Tips From Rednecks If you are already a fisherman you could learn a thing or two about a less technical way to fish from our redneck friends… about less expensive rods, reels, and accessories. If you are just starting out using a more simple less costly start up is definitely the way …
2 DIY Trip-line Alarms (2 links) Trip-lines have been used forever as a security method. I would assume that it was the basis for the motion detecting lazar alarms of the high-end alarm systems today. Many of us can’t afford these high-tech systems and in a SHTF event or if you are off grid now, …
Red Bud Jelly Recipe Recipe Makes 4 half pints … 2 cups Red Bud petals or another edible flower petal 2-¼ cups Boiling Water ¼ cups Lemon Juice ¼ teaspoons Butter (I did not use) 1-¾ ounce, weight Box of Pectin 4 cups sugar Remove the stems and wash the petals thoroughly. Place the …
Medicinal Herb Garden We all know we should have a medicinal herb garden; it only makes sense for preppers and homesteaders. Along with those herbs, plants, and roots we know are helpful to the conditions we currently have within our own families what else is recommended we grow? The featured article speaks to the favorites of the …
Medicinal Plants You Can Grow At Home One of the primary concerns for both homesteaders and preppers alike is self sustainability. The primary resources needed to survive are shelter, water, and food. Too often that isn’t enough! Medical care should be right up there on your list of must haves and frankly it is probably …
Is Gardening a Natural Anti-Depressant? Have you ever noticed how satisfying it feels to get your hands dirty in the backyard? Does working in your garden make you feel like everything is right in the world? Perhaps you’ve chalked it up to the sunshine and the exercise. After all, everyone knows that a good workout …
Food Storage Calculator How much food storage is enough? How long before we can become self-sufficient? How much do we need to make it through until then? How do we calculate this before the event actually happens? What if it takes longer than we anticipated to get back on our feet after a SHTF event? …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. Layer Up for Warmth Especially for the spring and fall weather, layering properly is important. Most folks think of layering clothing for warmth during the winter months. But factually it’s the spring and fall months where it is more important to do properly. During the winter months you …
