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Blackouts have a way of sneaking up on us. One minute you’re binge-watching your favorite show, and the next—bam—the power...

One of the many great things about the Amish is that their lifestyle is tried, tested, and true. They’ve literally...

There are a lot of natural disasters and possible SHTF scenarios where bartering will become the new normal form of...

When it comes to preparing for the eventual breakdown of society, we all know how important it is to ensure...

I still have the photo of our first egg. We keep chickens in a suburban backyard, and we fought for...

It’s a question that many of us are afraid to ask but can’t ignore any longer. Is the United States...

Looters and petty thieves are a concern today. So, it’s a sure bet, they’ll be a serious problem anytime a...

When you first think of it, storing meat outside in the winter sounds great. On paper, it’s free refrigeration, which...

When it comes to getting ready for a grid-down disaster scenario, being prepared with a survival kit isn't just a...

As preppers, we’re all used to buying a few things most people don’t bother with. Water purification systems, for example....

Let’s be honest, deep down within every prepper, hides a little bit of a Burt Gummer fantasy. You’re probably very...

When choosing a generator for your home, there are countless options on the market. What you pick has a lot...

Having your oxen die of dysentery and watching your children be wiped out by extreme frostbite in the game Oregon...

When thinking about the best states to bug in, it's important to recognize that staying put often has significant advantages...

I always considered myself a bit of an experimental prepper, testing out different methods, theories, and DIY preservation techniques. That’s...

Wintertime means snowstorms, at least for those who live in colder or more temperate climates. Even the Deep South can...

Most preppers dream of being able to set themselves up to be 100% self-sufficient. This is the next ultimate step...

On the 1000th day of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine US ATACMS were used to fire 6 missiles deep...

I was blessed by grandparents who survived the Great Depression and many lean years in the wilderness. Several of my...

Canned food is a lifesaver when it comes to long-term storage. Regardless of whether you’re prepping for an emergency, stocking...

Since the early days of the Cold War, the US and the rest of the Western world have been watching...

When disaster strikes, most of the population holds onto the hope that the government will step in and restore order...

Winter is upon us, and with it, frigid cold weather and higher heating bills. Even though winter is usually a...

Late at night, when most people are sound asleep in their beds, there will be some out and about. Some...

When it comes to survival, there's no shortage of advice on what skills you should master. Television shows and movies...

The US power grid is often hailed as the backbone of modern society; a marvel of technology that keeps our...

Part of what I love about prepping is thinking seriously and practically about what the future holds and how to...

Survival caches come in various shapes and sizes. They are usually filled with essential supplies you would need easy access...

Most preppers, when thinking about Martial Law, envision a situation in which the military takes control, curfews are put in...

A lot has been written about EMP strikes. When you read prepper websites, you will inadvertently find various schools of...