As most preppers know, stockpiling foods with a decent shelf life can be a challenge, as well as redundant. Not...

Gardens are wonderful, on many levels. They allow us to plant specifically what we want, maybe save a little money...

Making clarified butter is a relatively simple process. But, if you haven’t ever worked with clarified butter, you might be...

As the temperatures start to drop and colder months are approaching, you might be wondering when the first bout of...

Even though pepper spray has been around for a long time, I have never bought any. One of the reasons...

Have you ever wondered what the structure of your garden soil is? It would help when making decisions on what...

Seed tapes were created for gardeners, amateur and veteran alike, who struggle with keeping seeds and seedlings in organized rows...

Just the thought of bugs can cause some people to start squirming. But, not all bugs are the enemy, especially...

Birds chirping, grass turning green, people gathering outside, moods seem to be lifting...all signs point to it being spring! Oh,...

Colorful landscaping in our yards can be rather stunning, both natural and intentionally planted. From the bright blooms, to the...

Do you suffer from back pain and headaches caused by muscle tension? When the body undergoes stress, whether it’s from...

If you like  cabbage and want better gut health, you’re in luck. Sauerkraut is not only tasty, and very inexpensive,...

I wanted to share this bean and rice survival soup recipe, because it’s an inexpensive and easy one to prep,...

The next time you are eating an avocado or making a tasty batch of guacamole, don’t throw away the seeds!...

I wanted to find an easy and practical recipe for a survival bar that would reach an impressive 3,000 calories....

How many times have you gone to the freezer to grab something for dinner later that night or the next...

If you make bacon, especially in large amounts, you might have grown tired of dumping all the grease that comes...

Canning bacon is an easy option for storing your bacon for up to a decade and beyond. I’m not talking...

Some gardeners are sad to see the colder months come as winter approaches, because they feel as though they have...

A gardening enthusiast, whether it be for commercial or personal use, often incorporates compost in hopes for the best results...

At least as far back as the 18th century, brining was a common way to preserve meat to make sure...

Rosemary has given us many things over the years, from its appealing colorful flowers to the aromatic smells and flavors...

We have so much information at our fingertips these days that we often forget to tap into a great source...

When it comes to pickling we usually think of the classic options, such as cucumbers and peppers. But there is...

Before I get started with the information on how to make your own black walnut tincture, a word of caution...

For those who suffer from migraines, it’s often difficult to make others understand that it’s far more than just a...

If you have been around horses, or know someone who has, you might have heard of sugardine. It’s a popular...

Amish Markets are America’s hidden treasures, scattered thinly across several - but not all - of the states. Many of...

There are several OTC antiseptic ointments to choose from at the local market, which are normally applied directly to the...

As a prepper, you probably already know that some weeds are edible. However, if you don't know to tell the...