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03/06/2020
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By Zoey Sky
Why you should prepare immediately rather than “when SHTF”
Being unprepared can get you in big trouble (or worse) when SHTF. Preppers know this, which is why they set up their preps ahead of time, not after receiving warnings about a disaster that’s about to hit their area. (h/t to TheModernSurvivalist.com) Don’t get used to waiting for an official announcement that a disaster will strike […]
02/24/2020
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By Zoey Sky
Always bring a bug-out bag, but learn how to survive without one when SHTF
Bug-out bags (BOB) are a ubiquitous part of survival preps. But that doesn’t mean you can be complacent if you have a BOB. After all, when SHTF and you lose your gear, your wits and survival skills are going to be the ones that will help you survive, not your tools. (h/t to ModernSurvivalOnline.com) Why […]
02/15/2020
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By Arsenio Toledo
10 Reasons preppers need chickens in their homestead
Chickens are a valuable asset for preppers. They can provide for your family’s homestead in many different ways unrelated to them being great sources of food. If you’re looking to start your own self-sustaining homestead, chickens are a great way to ease yourself into this process. Here are nine reasons why your homestead needs chickens. […]
02/13/2020
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By Zoey Sky
Give your survival skill repertoire a boost with these learning strategies
Preppers need various tools and supplies, but you must keep in mind that when SHTF, the best “tools” to have are your survival skills. (h/t to BackdoorSurvival.com) You don’t always need to spend money to learn more skills. If you prefer to learn on your own or through other means, check out the learning strategies detailed below: […]
01/05/2020
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By Mary Miller
5 Poisonous plants to watch out for in your back yard
Decorating your garden with bright and colorful plants can certainly liven up your home, but be warned – the most beautiful plants can sometimes be the deadliest. These plants may be pleasing to the eye but more often than not, their vibrant hues are meant as a warning of the deadly toxins they contain. If you’re not careful, […]
12/26/2019
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By Mary Miller
6 Ways to prevent dehydration in a survival scenario
Your body naturally loses water every day, either through sweating, urinating, or even breathing. Dehydration occurs when you are unable to replenish your body’s water supply and you end up losing more fluids than you take in. In a survival situation, dehydration is a serious threat since you likely won’t last for more than three days without water. […]
12/26/2019
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By Zoey Sky
How to turn your shed into a bug-out hut before SHTF
Redundancy and options are an essential part of prepping, especially in bug-in or bug-out plans. (h/t to EDThatMatters.com) Depending on the size of your family and where you live, you’ll have different prepping needs. Your budget is another crucial factor for your prepping redundancies and options. After all, not everyone can afford a secure bug-out location. But […]
12/13/2019
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By Arsenio Toledo
The Old Guard: 10 Things old-school preppers did that you probably don’t
Every generation builds upon the successes and failures of the previous one. This is true of Baby Boomers, Gen X and the millennials. The skills and capabilities developed will come in handy as the younger generations learn about prepping. It’s time to listen to the Old Guard again. Here are 10 things old-school preppers learned that could […]
12/09/2019
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By Zoey Sky
Items, skills and reference materials: How to find prepping resources within your community
Savvy preppers know that one must always take advantage of resources in your community. If you know where to look, you won’t have to spend much to learn new skills or acquire gear and supplies at garage sales or the library. (h/t to SurvivalBlog.com) Most of the time, prepper resources within your community won’t be advertised […]
12/06/2019
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By Mary Miller
5 Desert survival tips
When traveling to distant locations, there is always a risk of getting lost in unfamiliar territory. If you find yourself stranded in the desert, your actions can easily mean the difference between life and death in this hostile environment. Here are five important prepping tips to remember to help you survive the desert. (h/t to DoomsdayMoose.com) […]
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