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03/12/2019 / By Mary Miller

Not all survival foods are equally good: Here are foods you should consider for when it all hits the fan

In case SHTF, you will need a well-stocked pantry if you plan to wait out whatever disaster will be occurring in the world outside. However, for your long-term survival, you will need to think of your food supply not just as a means of avoiding starvation, but also as a way to get the right […]

03/06/2019 / By Mary Miller

Here’s why you should have edible water gardens in your homestead

If you are a homesteader, you’d want to make the most use of your land in order to maximize your resources. This includes standing sources of water. Small ponds can help supplement your food production when you use them to grow your own edible water garden. Here are a few other advantages you can gain […]

01/08/2019 / By Mary Miller

A guide to making and canning vegetable soup

There are many ways to preserve your food supply and extend its shelf life. One of the easiest and most effective of these food preservation techniques is canning. It is useful for preserving fresh fruits and vegetables as these tend to expire very quickly if they are not preserved in some form. If you are growing your […]

01/01/2019 / By Zoey Sky

How to build a self-sufficient garden on as little as a quarter of an acre

Modern conveniences like countless grocery stores and food delivery services make it seem like the average American family has no use for home gardening. But when SHTF, you could starve if you don’t have access to fresh produce growing in your own garden. (h/t to SHTFPlan.com) Starting a home garden is one of the first steps […]

12/04/2018 / By Mary Miller

The top sources of protein in a survival homestead

Protein is an essential part of your diet. If you’ve ever considered raising livestock or growing a survival garden in your homestead, you need to consider which plants and animals are excellent sources of protein, while also being worthwhile investments. Homesteading requires a lot of time, money and effort. In order to reap the benefits of […]

11/05/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

The healthy prepper: A guide to keeping fruits fresh without canning

Eating fruits and vegetables is one of the most important ways to keep yourself healthy and surviving, but not when they are canned. The process of canning kills the nutrition and eliminates the real freshness of the food. Storing your produce or keeping them fresh for longer without compromising their nutritional content, so here are […]

10/17/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Do you want a more productive vegetable garden? Start using worm castings, the all-purpose organic fertilizer

Did you know that worms can help boost your vegetable garden yield? This is possible if you use worm castings, nature’s very own organic fertilizer. (h/t to OldWorldGardenFarms.com) Unlike artificial fertilizers, worm castings are 100 percent safe to use. Worm castings are an organic and all-purpose fertilizer that can help make your vegetable garden more productive. […]

10/15/2018 / By Zoey Sky

How to prepare your survival garden for winter

Homesteaders know that their work doesn’t end just because winter is around the corner. If you’ve worked hard to cultivate a garden full of thriving fruits and vegetables, you need to make the necessary winter preparations so your crops survive even as the temperature drops. (h/t to Survivopedia.com) Always prep ahead if you want to […]

09/26/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Being healthy while bugging out: How to dehydrate food

When prepping your bugout bag (BOB), one important thing to consider is your food supply. If you’re worried about your supplies taking up too much space in your BOB, try making dried food. You can also bring dried food if you’re going camping or hiking. Instead of bringing junk food, choose dried food that you […]

09/11/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Professional gardening tips that even newbies can follow

Preppers know that gardening is a lucrative and relaxing hobby, but getting started may seem complicated for newbie gardeners. If you don’t know where to start, here are some tips that can help you set up a well-maintained garden in your yard or on your homestead. (h/t to Survivopedia.com.) 1. Get basic gardening equipment and […]

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