Are you running out of toilet paper - or afraid you are going to? The rush to stockpile toilet paper during times of crisis highlighted a critical issue homesteaders have long been aware of: supply chains are fragile. While the panic buying may seem irrational, it underscores a larger problem—natural disasters, longshoremen strikes, or even …
Welcome to today's podcast episode, Consider Keeping Animals For Survival. In today's episode, we're diving deep into the realm of animal husbandry for survival, examining the hurdles faced and the unexpected rewards that come with raising animals for self-sufficiency. Join us as we dissect the intricacies of this season's approach to animal husbandry, dissecting factors …
Today, we're diving deep into a topic that's close to my heart – outdoor solar-powered generators and power stations. When you're in a situation with no electricity, whether it's a short-term inconvenience or a prolonged outage, having a reliable power source can be a game-changer. When it comes to choosing a generator, one burning question …
Hey there, fellow homesteaders and preppers! Today, I want to talk about a topic that has been on everyone's minds in recent times: DIY face masks. While face masks initially gained prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic, they have found a place in various aspects of our lives, especially in the homesteading and prepping community. In …
Picture this: You're faced with a survival situation, miles away from the comfort of your homestead. The wind howls, rain pours, and the temperature drops. It's a stark contrast to your cozy living room, right? Surviving outdoors is a whole different ball game, one where you must become both predator and prey. That's why mastering …
Living off the grid represents a lifestyle where you rely on your own resources to fulfill your basic needs, such as food, water, shelter, warmth, and electricity. It means disconnecting from the traditional power grid and embracing self-sufficiency. Whether you're preparing for potential SHTF (Sh*t Hits The Fan) scenarios or simply seeking a more sustainable …
In today's unpredictable world, the importance of preparedness cannot be overstated. Emergencies, whether they be natural disasters, economic crises, or unforeseen events, can strike at any moment, leaving us to fend for ourselves and our loved ones. One of the most essential aspects of preparedness is the prepper pantry – a strategic and well-thought-out reserve …
When it comes to urban survival essentials for beginners, there is a lot to consider and of course, your needs are different from those living on land of their own outside city limits. When most people discuss prepping and survival strategy, it is framed in the point of view of someone living in a rural …
Disclaimer: I received a box of the Eco Nuts(R) for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. Yes, you can grow your own laundry detergent - and the even better news is until your tree is large enough to produce, you can buy soap nuts or Eco Nuts(R). Eco Nuts(R) …
The seven ways below are a great way to start on the path to a self sustaining homestead. While some of these ideas do require that you live in the county and are able to have livestock, you can start learning many of these skills even if you live in an apartment. For example, try …
So much has happened over the past few years, it might feel like you are preparing for end times survival. If you have started labeling yourself as a survival prepper, your top concerns might shift, depending on your geographic location and the current state of the world. For example, if you are located in an …
If you are wondering what to buy for prepping right now, you are not alone. Prepping for survival events requires more than just making a grocery list and picking up a few extra items here and there. Survival events are an evolving situation that is constantly changing depending on the politics, weather, and other important …
Find out what the best things to stock up on for survival now are given the supply chain issues we have been dealing with for the past several years. If you've been watching the news for the past couple of years, you are fully aware of the fragility of America's - and the world's - …
The best way to prepare for the unexpected is to decide on the best foods for a survival pantry and start stocking up. In an emergency situation like a natural disaster where there is widespread food shortages caused by storms and other factors, making sure you have enough supplies on hand is a top priority. …
When it comes to grid down prepping, most people focus on supplies such as food, water, self-defense, and solar gadgets for convenience. However, as we gain information about certain phenomenon, other survival gear such as that designed for elecromagnetic interruptions must be considered.
Many countries are already on a nationwide lockdown with only essential services in operation, however for workers considered to be essential, self-isolation is not an option. While all the authorities are recommending self-isolation as a precautionary measure to halt the spread of COVID-19, we know that is not always realistic. While one can't deny the …
If you've never thought about civil unrest survival planning, now is the time! Civil unrest is more common than ever, so if you are under the assumption that civil unrest is something that doesn't happen very often, then you're simply not paying attention to what is going on in the world. Civil unrest is very …
If you are practicing the strategy of survival prepping, it's important that you understand this is not a one person tactic and teach your family about living the survival prepper lifestyle. If you have a spouse and children, this is something you need the entire family in on. Not only does it help you achieve …
In a SHTF situation there is no doubt that anyone known to stockpile food and other supplies is going to be a target. People are beginning to wake up and realize the importance of being prepared for a disastrous survival situation, but many feel they don't have the resources to prepare. The pandemic opened the …
Are you ready to learn to be self-sufficient? Maybe you are tired of the bare store shelves or the daily rat race. Or maybe you just want to be better prepared for the next tornado, hurricane or other natural disaster that comes your way. Whatever your reason is, I have some eBooks and printables in …
If you're thinking of buying a property for survival homesteading, there are some things you need to take into account. The popularity of survival prepping measures has soared in recent years and it seems everyone is starting to show interest in stocking up or getting away from it all. What was once a fringe movement …
It is essential that everyone knows how to plan for survival emergency preparedness situations in this day and age. While it is true that every generation has to endure hardships that are unexpected and dangerous, these past few years have been full of these situations. Every time something happens, there are those who are prepared …
There is a way to start to sensibly live the off-grid survivalist lifestyle even if you have lived your entire life in the city or suburbs, however it is important that you understand that living off-grid is a major lifestyle change. Starting out with this kind of lifestyle does not need to be an exhaustive …
Disclaimer: I received this item for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. If you are wondering how to stay warm when your power goes out in the winter, you are not alone. During a winter power outage, you need the right equipment in order to stay warm inside your …
Disclaimer: We did receive the Apocabox Welcome Box for free in exchange for our honest review. All opinions are our own. We have a strong will to survive, but that will can easily get beaten down when faced with overwhelming situations which is why honing your survival skills now is so important. A situation is …
There are so many reasons to start cooking by kerosene lamp. Some practical ones are power outages, living off grid or simply because you are trying to save on your electric bill. No, I have not lost my mind - and no this is not something I do every night - but tonight it was …
There are some things you want in a natural disaster survival kit for necessity and some you want for comfort. Some of these things work well in bug out bags and others do not because of their size or weight. When you plan your 72 hour natural disaster survival kit, I encourage you to make …
If you've been watching the economic and political chaos that is going on in the world, then you might be wondering how to survive. Even if you are prepared, it probably fills you with a sense of foreboding. The world is changing. To survive in this uncertain future, it is important to be prepared for …
There are a number of reasons to start the path to becoming a survivalist. The prepper lifestyle is good for preparing for the future, plus it is a great way to live a less stressful life. Many people get tired of the rat race and long for something more calming. Even those of us who choose to …
One of the most important things to prepare for is figuring how to stay warm in winter if the grid goes down. Any self-respecting prepper will tell you that relying on the government to help you during a crisis is pretty useless. The best way to survive any uncertain event such as the power going …
Understanding and implementing these emergency survival tips in the event you need to escape a riot can make a real difference in the outcome for you or your family. With so many protests happening lately, encountering a riot is not as unlikely as it once was. It is important that your entire family know what to do …
The current food shortages in the US are not due to a broken supply chain or production issues, although it is a fact some factories are struggling with workers being out sick. However, the simple fact of the matter is the empty store shelves are a result of people panic buying more than they need …
Benjamin Franklin said “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” and this holds true today even with the outbreak of a new respiratory disease known as the Coronavirus. The nine Coronavirus outbreak safety tips below are complied to help keep you and your family safe during this rapidly evolving situation.
Scientists have often said that the world is long overdue a pandemic and should one strike, you are going to what to know how to reduce your risk of infectious disease. In the past, diseases like the Bubonic plague, the Black Death, the Spanish Flu of 1819, have killed millions of people in their path. …
Sometimes knowing exactly what questions to ask during a health disaster, especially if there is a lot of panic at the time, is difficult. Given the circumstances surrounding most health disasters, the best way to proceed is to find the answers to the following four crucial questions so you can proceed and do what you …
Cooking on a wood stove was the reality for everyone not so long ago, but today it is less common because there are more convenient ways to cook.
There is no better time than right now to start growing your own food, indoors or out, and these rural and urban gardening ideas are just what you need to succeed. Why Grow Your Own? Stocking up on canned foods and medicines for future use is a good idea. However, supplies run out quickly when you are …
Disasters - both natural and man-made - require you to think on your feet in the middle of a possibly chaotic situation, which is why it is so important to know and understand these top ten survival tips for disasters. Be Prepared Ahead Of Time It is important to always be prepared for the worst case …