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The Ancient Secret That Still Lights Up The Wilderness?
Discover how outdoor experts create fire using a technique that predates modern civilization yet remains one of the most reliable methods in the wilderness. This forgotten skill transforms ordinary hikes into memorable adventures and connects you to generations of explorers who relied on nothing but stone, metal, and knowledge to survive. Master this ancient art that outdoor guides still use today – because some traditions endure for good reason.
These 5 Foods Last Forever: Essential Additions to Your Survival Pantry
In today's uncertain world, certain foods offer exceptional longevity when properly stored. These "forever foods" serve as the backbone of any well-planned survival pantry, providing both sustenance and versatility when traditional supply chains fail. Discover how distilled white vinegar, cornstarch, distilled liquor, bouillon cubes, and pure maple syrup can serve multiple survival applications beyond basic nutrition—and why a community-based approach to preparedness ultimately creates resilience that no individual pantry can match.
PREPAREDNESS
Keeping It Clean: Declutter Your Home for the Hurricane Season
After Beryl and Chris, it’s safe to say that the 2018 hurricane season truly is...
HOMESTEADING
FOOD
How to Plant and Grow Garlic
You won’t believe how easy it is to grow garlic–all you need is a sunny spot and these important tips. You’ll never have to...
SHTF
FARMING
School, Homeschool or Hackschool?
Over the last few weeks, My husband and I have been trying to make some decisions about our son’s homeschooling. Currently the main issue...
DIY
1 Clever Trick To Hook Your Emergency Water Storage Tanks Into Your Plumbing
Water is life. As a prepper, as an outdoors person, and even as a human, this fact has been drilled into our heads over...
10 Essentials for Surviving an EMP
Most people don’t think twice about what would happen if the power went out—and stayed out. But there are real threats that could shut...
Recipe – Apple Butter and Applesauce
My family loves this. I have a niece that all she asks for at Christmas is my apple butter. It is a little time...
Fall is Coming. How to Prep
Seasonal living is about as old-fashioned and pioneer as you can get, where families are in touch and plan their lives (and kitchen) around...
How to Drill Concrete
Construction projects are endlessly rewarding until you come across a problem that you can’t quickly solve. Struggling to understand how to drill concrete can...
How to Create Concrete Footings
We’ve spent weeks getting our garage foundation as perfect as possible, right down to the concrete footings. This process has taught us so much...
Is Homesteading the Best Way to Prepare?
Homesteading and prepping are not the same thing, not exactly anyway, but they definitely can and should be linked. Homesteaders and preppers stockpile food,...
31 All-Natural DIY Remedies for Arthritis
Arthritis is one of the most common problems that affect the bones and joints in the human body. A huge number of people develops...
BUG OUT
How to Backfeed after SHTF
Earthquake, Southern California, sitting in my kitchen at 5:25 am I felt the roll, heard the house creek and crack and through my dining...
FOOD
Recipe – Multi-Purpose Gluten-Free Flour Blend
Nut free, gum free, soy free, whole grain, gluten-free flour! Melanie’s Multi-Purpose Gluten-Free Flour Blend is made with only four ingredients, brown rice flour,...
The Southern Agrarian Last Ditch List
Okra pods and flower
Most of us garden primarily for pleasure. It’s what we do because – well, because we are Southern Agrarians. Yes, what...
About Your Food Storage
Remember having a deep pantry isn’t just about having extra food on hand. It is also about having the means to survive in an...
GEAR
What to Do After Getting a CCW
Many people get excited about getting their first CCW (conceal carry weapon) believing they have all that they need for self-defense. However, getting a...
Recommendation – Sillcock Key for Water
If you are reading this on my website you are probably like me and prepare for all different kinds of situations. Have you ever...
Prepper Tools You Didn’t Know You Needed in Your Bug Out Bag
12 Things You Didn’t Know You Needed in Your Bug Out Bag along with descriptions below:
Multi-Functional Pry BarThe uses for a small metal pry...
Review – Premade Bug Out Bags
Best Premade Bug Out Bag For Sale
When disaster strikes, Plan A is to shelter in place, where you have access to the tools and...
Review – The Lever Action Rifle?
The subject of weapons for survival is hot and heavy in the prepper community. Magazines and blogs offer all kinds of opinions and solutions....
HEALTH
31 All-Natural DIY Remedies for Arthritis
Arthritis is one of the most common problems that affect the bones and joints in the human body. A huge number of people develops...
The Hidden Survival Skill That Could Save You During the Next Crisis
Why Your Grandparents' Secret to Survival Is More Important Now Than Ever
The economy today is teetering on the edge, and food prices...
How to Stress Less in Emergency Situations
A catastrophic event can be extremely hard on the body; mentally and physically. Since not all emergencies are the same, it is important to...
SUPERGLUE: YOUR SURVIVAL SECRET WEAPON?
Applications That Could Save Your Life When...
What if the one thing standing between you and disaster was sitting in your junk drawer right now?
Ever...
What You Should Know About Stockpiling Antibiotics
Responsible Antibiotic Storage for Home Emergency Preparedness
Medical self-reliance represents an important aspect of comprehensive family preparedness planning. While professional healthcare remains the optimal choice...
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Uncommon Items For Your Bug Out Bag
We all know what our bug-out bag essentials are, right? 90% of the items we packed are pretty much the same for all of...
Are You Making These 15 Common Canning Mistakes?
Canning is an amazing way to preserve the flavors of summer and enjoy your favorite fruits and vegetables all year long. But while the...
How to Make A Primitive Fish Trap
If you ever find yourself in a survival situation, it is important to try and use as little energy as possible. It may happen...
How To Get To Know Your Neighbors
How well do you know you know your neighbors? A few years ago I had a mini-flash flood in my backyard. We had torrential...
How to Backfeed after SHTF
Earthquake, Southern California, sitting in my kitchen at 5:25 am I felt the roll, heard the house creek and crack and through my dining...
How to Survive an EMP
All of our lives would be drastically impacted if either a man-made or natural EMP disaster happened. It would not take weeks, or even...
News – The Stunning Decline Of Manufacturing In America
Why does it seem like almost everything is made in China these days? Yesterday I was looking at some pencils that we had laying around...
The Power of Milkweed
In survival situations, knowing how to find and use natural resources can mean the difference between success and failure. Common Milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) is...
