Garden? Check. Water source? Check. Alternate power source? Check. You’re on your way to self sufficiency, the Holy Grail of preppers. But what if there’s more to being self-sufficient than you thought?
I began putting my Go Bags together about two years ago. Like many new preppers, I bought some stuff I thought could be useful. One of the things I bought was a mini pocket fishing rod and reel. It really is kind of cute, but there’s no line or rig with it, and I had no idea how to use it. In any case, I tucked it away in the Go Bag just in case. Â So, what is it …
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There are actually many ‘cold crops’ that prefer spring and fall temperatures. A little research may surprise you and help you see that you can do so much more with your garden than you ever thought, even when it’s chilly outside. This article helps you get started!
Do you think you have the skills to survive a Depression? Let’s face it. We may say we’re preparing for winter blizzards or freak hurricanes, but down deep, if you’re a prepper, what you’re really preparing for is a collapse of America’s economy. It may happen within a few days, or it may be a continual downward slide over many years. Its causes may include numerous Katrina-size natural disasters, a toppling federal government, chaos on Main Street, and the odd …
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Weather wisdom from the pioneer days, and earlier, can be surprisingly accurate. Take a look at what I’ve learned from my own observations.
Dutch oven cooking is a versatile off-grid cooking option anyone can learn. It can function with several different fuel sources and can cook a wide variety of foods. Here’s what you need to know to be successful. Plus, recipes!
Saving vegetable and flower seeds is an easy way to be self-reliant and grow exactly the plants you want to grow the next year. Read on to learn 27 important things you should know about saving seeds and improving your family’s food security.
The essence of suburban homesteading is not how big the garden is or how many solar panels are on the roof. Instead, it is the practice of self-sufficiency and independence. It’s a lifestyle of making do, using, up, and wearing out while conserving resources. All while living in suburbia.
Parasites are organisms that rely on other organisms for survival. They may live inside the human body or on the surface of the skin and cause illnesses and other health problems. Find out how to identify and treat common parasites, including lice and pinworms, here.
Once you know how to store charcoal and stock up when the prices are low, you’ll be ready for outdoor cooking and a long-term power outage. Plus, of the potential fuels for emergency cooking using grills, storing charcoal long-term is the easiest and safest for a prepper.