Throughout time, there have been instances of desolation and destruction, but also times of peace and prosperity. The contrasts between the two provide insight and show us patterns we can learn from. My interest in history, survival stories, and the rise and fall of civilizations led me to […]
Emergency preparedness can be overwhelming, but it doesn’t need to be extreme or costly. Focus on the first 72 hours of an emergency by taking small, practical steps, such as ensuring access to water, food, light, and safety supplies. Preparedness fosters resilience and peace of mind, not fear.
Spices have profoundly influenced history, acting as currency, driving exploration, and shaping cultures. Once highly valuable, they now occupy everyday kitchens, their quality crucial for flavor and health. Understanding spice origins and purity ensures integrity. Proper storage and knowledge enhance culinary experiences, reflecting the rich legacy behind these transformative ingredients.
Did you know you can grow Oyster mushrooms in your home and eat them in as little as five to ten days? Mushrooms like warmth, water, and shade, so you’ll see them outdoors in the spring. Shaggy Mane mushrooms show up around this season in my backyard, so I’ve learned how to […]
Having a month’s supply of food storage is simpler than you might think. It’s known as a Food Storage Starter Kit. One box (19 x 13 x 7.5) could feed one person three meals a day for one month. The box has six #10 cans. These cans are […]
This article is a prepper food list full of ideas to help you get started or add your prepper pantry. A prepper pantry is stockpiled with wholesome ingredients as well as processed food. In this article, we’re going to focus on simple, wholesome food items that are great […]
A prepper pantry is an area of a home that is stocked with food staples such as canned foods and dried foods (oats, flour, freeze-dried strawberries, etc). Its purpose is to feed a person or family for weeks, months, or even years without the need to go to […]
The news has recently been filled with alarming predictions on food shortages which begs the question, “how much grain should I store to hedge against food shortages”? Check out these news articles: Russia and Ukraine export up to 30% of the world’s wheat, shortages imminent as the war continues! […]
Yeast, bread, and toilet paper were among the first items to disappear off the grocery shelves during the start of the 2020 pandemic. Bread is a beloved food staple and has been since cavemen roamed the earth. There are lavish bread recipes for the rich, basic homemade recipes […]
Long term food supply is an essential part of being self-reliant. It allows us the freedom to be far less dependent on grocery stores in an emergency. Researchers believe that the average American goes to the grocery store 1.5 times per week. If there is a war, major […]