Cooking and canning foods at home is so easy that even a beginner can quickly learn how to master it. Making and canning foods at home is also an inexpensive and healthy way to provide food for your family. It’s a method where you can set aside provisions in the event of a disaster. But […]
Living a prepper lifestyle is not only good for preparing for the future, but it’s a great way to live a less stressful life. Many people get tired of the rat race and long for something more calming. A few give up their suburban lives and head for remote locations. That’s not what being a […]
Being prepared for a disaster is a wise thing to do. When you’re prepared, you can survive both short and long term situations that disrupt normal day-to-day living. Many people understand the importance of being prepared. Some of these people will go it alone. Others will join together and either form a prepper community or […]
You want to set aside a stockpile of ammo and firearms because you may not be able to buy them when you need them. As with any stockpile of supplies, the way that ammo and firearms are stored is important. While you might think that ammo is too durable to get damaged, it’s not true. […]
If you’ve ever watched the TV show Survivor, you’ll notice that one staple that producers always give contestants is rice. Rice keeps you filled up and provides easy meals when other supplies are hard to come by. You can make a wide variety of recipes using rice and it helps acts as a filler food […]
Surviving in any outdoor situation means that you have to have the gadgets that can help you. While there are many tools available that offer to help ensure survival, there are five top gadgets that no one should be without. These are all items that contribute to your safety and need for food, water, and […]
You need to have your gear already contained and ready to go for two main reasons. First, in the event of an emergency, everyone already knows where to go to get their hands on several days’ worth of necessary supplies. Secondly, in the event of an emergency, if your home becomes unfit for habitation and […]
One of the more useful self-defense weapons is the extending baton. Batons are used by law enforcement and military worldwide to inflict non-lethal pain or potentially painful blows to incapacitate any opposing forces. Once you know how to use one of these yourself, it can be the most versatile self-defense weapon. First, you should know […]
The Homestead Act of 1862 promised 60 acres of land to families who stayed on the property for 5 years and farmed it for prosperity. Today, cities and towns are once again resurrecting homestead incentives – but for different reasons. Instead of trying to populate an area that’s never seen the activity before, it’s now […]
Sometimes, you can’t always bring a knife or stun gun somewhere to protect yourself openly. However, there are clever alternatives available that will allow you to defend yourself without others knowing you even have it. One clever alternative is self-defense earrings. These are available on Amazon for less than $10. If you’re walking back to […]