More Food Shortages In Store For Gulf Communities Due To Threat of Tropical Storm

June 5, 2020 Environment,Preparedness

By Sara Tipton Tropical storm Cristobal is threatening Gulf communities and could grow to become a hurricane late this weekend. Those who live on the Gulf Coast and near where the storm is threatening are not taking any chances. One source in Houston, Texas is claiming that many area grocery stores are already selling out […]

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The Prepper’s June To-Do List: 6 Ways You Can Save Money and Bulk Up the Pantry

May 29, 2020 Preparedness

By Tess Pennington Living through a pandemic was not on anyone’s radar a few months ago. Sadly, when the world shut down, it caused our economy to shut down with it. Unemployment has skyrocketed and it’s safe to say we are all concerned about what the future will hold. Now, more than ever, it is […]

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SELCO: The COVID Pandemic in the Balkans Was a Reminder of Survival Mode

May 26, 2020 Preparedness

By Selco Begovic Watching how the pandemic stuff worked here around me in the Balkan countries was something like re-learning about prepping, and actually it was a good class (unless you were sick, got fired or similar). Rough times from the pandemic here are pretty much gone, at least the peak of it, so some […]

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Americans Are Rediscovering Self-Reliance To End Their Own Enslavement

May 25, 2020 Preparedness

By Mac Slavo In the aftermath of the government’s response to the coronavirus outbreak, which has impoverished millions and destroyed the supply chains all around the world, Americans are at least taking some responsibility.  Many are now taking to self-reliance, as they’ve realized the government is not there to help them. Many people initially obeyed […]

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SELCO: Have You Learned These Survival Lessons During the Pandemic?

May 24, 2020 Preparedness

By Selco Begovic There are some skills and strategies that survivalists and preppers keep bashing on over and over again as important ones for hard times. Some of those are good, others are simply wrong, or miscalculated, or let’s say “built” on wrong the foundations for whatever reason. There is nothing better than learning from […]

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Supply Chain Collapse: 6 Ways To Secure Essential Resources In An Emergency

May 22, 2020 Preparedness

By Sara Tipton Disruptions in the food supply chain are dominating headlines across the country. Many people are seeing the error in their ways and are turning away from relying so heavily on local or state governments to take care of their needs and are starting to take the first steps at self-reliance.  In reality, […]

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10 Dehydrated Foods You Need in Your Food Pantry

May 18, 2020 Preparedness

By Tess Pennington No food storage pantry is complete without some dehydrated food. Dehydrated foods have been used for centuries to preserve the bounties of the garden for use during winter and times when food is scarce. What makes this food storage method so attractive is that it is cost-effective and uses food that you already […]

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What I Learned During the COVID Crisis

May 11, 2020 Preparedness

By Daisy Luther The COVID-19 crisis has affected just about every family in the United States in some way or another. All of our situations are unique and everyone I’ve spoken to has learned some lessons about their levels of preparedness. Some of those lessons are unconventional but valuable nonetheless. There are a whole lot […]

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Here’s How to Become a Prepper

May 7, 2020 Preparedness

By Daisy Luther If the coronavirus has inspired you to become a prepper, you’re not alone. At long last, prepping has become mainstream due to runs on supplies, shortages, and stay-at-home orders throughout the country. More folks than ever before are seeing the wisdom of having extra food and household goods on hand. It can […]

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6 Generator Safety Tips You Need To Know Before the Next Emergency

May 4, 2020 Preparedness

By Sara Tipton Generators are great to have around – especially if you find yourself in an off-grid situation! Those that are dependent on power for medical equipment are especially vulnerable during power outages. Portable or permanently installed standby generators provide a temporary source of power during emergency power outages. But because these emergency tools […]

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The Truth About Neighbors, Coworkers, & Friends in Survival Situations

April 25, 2020 Preparedness

By Daisy Luther It would be nice if the success or failure of our preparedness group was able to be chalked up only to those within our inner circles. The people by whom you’re surrounded can strongly affect the outcome of an event, as many of us have discovered during the COVID-19 lockdowns taking place […]

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The Unfortunate Things We May Have Learned About the People in Our Circle During Lockdown

April 23, 2020 Preparedness

By Daisy Luther Most of us in the United States have been under some form of lockdown or restriction for more than a month now. It has been a stressful time for many due to fear, health concerns, and financial worries. One of the biggest surprises for a lot of us has been the way […]

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The Vital Importance of Self-Discipline

April 18, 2020 Preparedness

By Terry Trahan So, here we are, depending on location, a few weeks into this lockdown/stay at home madness. Above all else, I’m looking at this as an opportunity to look at where my plans have fallen apart, what went well in this first contact, and what can I do better. Another thing I am […]

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7 Vegetables You Can Grow In 60 Days or Less

April 8, 2020 Food Freedom

By Sara Tipton Urban and first-time gardeners are gravitating toward easy-to-grow garden staples! If you can, why not start planting these garden favorites that only need 60 days or less to mature? Trust me, you could start this now. It’s important to get creative to save money and make this work especially if you are working […]

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Prepping: Nutritional Canned & Frozen Foods To Stock Up On

April 4, 2020 Preparedness

By Mac Slavo Toilet paper has become the hottest commodity of 2020 thanks to the panicked masses hoarding it in the hours after the coronavirus was dubbed a pandemic by the World Health Organization on March 11. But most preppers already had enough toilet paper, so instead, it may be better to stock up on […]

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What Can Beginner & Seasoned Preppers Do During The Coronavirus Lockdown?

April 3, 2020 Preparedness

By Mac Slavo Boredom has set in for many in the United States as the lockdown over the coronavirus pandemic continues for most. As preppers, our goal should not be to watch others suffer and laugh at their misery because they failed to prepare.  Instead, we should be helping others also prepare so the mass […]

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You Probably Won’t Handle This Crisis “Perfectly.” That’s Okay.

April 2, 2020 Preparedness

By Daisy Luther Right now, every prepper I know is busily trying to tie up any loose ends before the pandemic outbreak racing across the country becomes even worse. They’re buying last-minute supplies, securing their homes, and organizing their plans. They are managing their families, many of whom aren’t taking the situation seriously. They’re trying […]

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Is It Time To Revive “Survival Gardens?”

March 27, 2020 Food Freedom,Home And Garden

By Sara Tipton It is difficult to visualize what our world’s future might look like given the twists and turns of a pandemic. While many are sitting in their homes fearful of what the future may hold, it isn’t difficult to see into my future. I’m planting a garden this year, pandemic or not. But the […]

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Grow Organic Food Easily At Home Now!

March 24, 2020 Home And Garden,Video

By Neenah Payne “We Have No Food for You” – Insiders on Food Supply Shortages warns: “Start growing food and secure your protein now.” Preppers have lots of stored foods – but what about fresh greens? Being able to grow your own food provides a great sense of security. However, since most Americans in cities […]

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Prepping: DIY Rainwater Harvesting System

March 24, 2020 Preparedness,Video

By Mac Slavo Water storage can be a big problem for those with limited space and no well.  But there is a way to still prepare for your water needs in the event of a long-term emergency.  You can use a do-it-yourself rainwater harvesting system. There is more than one way to go about creating […]

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