We can never be certain when the next major disaster will strike, but one thing we can be certain of: disasters do not strike when it's convenient for us. As a parent, I wish I had the power to make sure there isn't ever a disaster that disrupts my children's lives, at least not until they're old enough to handle … [Read more...]
Rechargeable Batteries Guide
I can't emphasize how much easier it will be to get through a disaster if you have plenty of rechargeable batteries and a solar-powered battery charger. You'll be able to power lights, radios, fans, games, clocks, alarm systems, and all sorts of things that will make your life far easier. You might be thinking, "I … [Read more...]
Urban Survival First Aid Kit
In most disasters, whether it's a hurricane, a terrorist attack, or a city full of looters, people get hurt. Survival first aid is essential in these situations, but very hard to come by due to overcrowded hospitals. After food, water and shelter, medical supplies and a good book on first aid should be your next … [Read more...]
15 Tips For Staying Warm When The Power Is Out
In my last post, I answered an email with the article, 4 Ways To Cook Indoors Without Power, but there was a little more to that question. She also wanted to know about indoor heating without power. There are several ways to keep warm without electricity. Here are the main ones: Generate Heat 1. Fireplace This one … [Read more...]
4 Ways You Can Cook Food Indoors Without Power
A while back I wrote an article about cooking without power, but when I wrote it, I was assuming that going outside to cook wouldn't be a problem. I live on the gulf coast so even in the middle of winter, going outside to check on the grill is no big deal. All you need is a jacket. But what if you live up north and … [Read more...]
Dehydrating Bananas
Lately I've been trying to eat healthier by cutting back on things like carbohydrates and sodium. But unfortunately, the vast majority of my food reserves are full of carbs and sodium. The reason for this is because those types of food just happen to store better. High carb foods like pasta and rice last a very … [Read more...]
First Line of Defense: The Front Door
Although it's a good idea to keep a gun in your home for self defense, ideally you don't want to have to use it or even show it to anyone. You're far better off and safer if your home is too difficult to get into in the first place. This is one of the first rules of urban survival. Unless you live in an upstairs … [Read more...]
Survival Fitness
The older I get, the more concerned I am with survival fitness. I've only posted one other article on fitness, "Getting In Shape For TEOTWAWKI," but I've learned a few things since them. Much of my learning is from The Primal Blueprint. I highly recommend that book. It completely changed the way I eat and exercise and … [Read more...]
How To Read Food Expiration Dates
I made a post about the shelf life of foods a couple years ago, but it was a bit short and there were a few inconsistencies, so I decided to delete it and start over. Originally I meant to make a new food shelf life chart, but in my research I found that many sources disagree on how long various foods last. So … [Read more...]
15 Amazing Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor and nothing in this article should be taken as medical advice. Please talk to your doctor before using any of the herbs and/or remedies mentioned in this article. One of the biggest problems with prepping is that it's expensive. I think that's why my post, 20 Uses For Baking … [Read more...]
Why You Should Get Your Teeth Fixed
Have you ever had a really bad toothache? One so bad you couldn't concentrate on anything or even sleep at night? I have. And let me tell you, it's no picnic. Painkillers and Orajel weren't enough to stop it, or even dull it significantly. I was in so much pain that I was calling every dentist in the book, trying to … [Read more...]
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