Why is it essential to have a bug out bag list PDF? Disasters and emergencies can strike unexpectedly, and when they do, you will have little to no time to prepare. It is too late to start wondering what items you should gather before you feel comfortable evacuating […]
Did you know people who own keyfobs could have their car stolen in 60 seconds? “Thieves read the radio frequency of the key FOBs in your house and relay that frequency to your car on the driveway, tricking the car into thinking the key FOB is next to, […]
People inquire about what should be in a power outage kit when cold weather and storms move in. A friend of mine lives in Northern Idaho. As the winter weather set in, a terrible windstorm came with it knocking out the power. Her family had to figure out […]
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 […]
Frugal prepping is the means to gather supplies by spending very little money. At some point in life, hardship happens to most people. Whether it is a job loss, natural disaster, medical problem, financial difficulties, or economic downturn – food, cash, or supplies can run short. Stashing survival […]
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 […]
My favorite fictional heroes would hide a knife within easy reach. When villains appeared, and the need arose, a concealed blade would, as if by magic, materialize into the hero’s hands. Depending on the threat, a survival knife would make it into the heart or hand of the villain with […]
Like most of you, I enjoy being warm, so emergency heating is a must! I live in southeast Idaho, where it’s common to have six to eight months of snowfall or chilly wind. You can imagine how hard it is to stay warm. It takes planning and is […]
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 […]
Faraday bags are designed to block radio wave transmissions and act as an insulator to shield against electronic currents, digital tracking, and hacking. They are used as a precaution against an electromagnetic pulse (EMP) from a bomb or astrological event. However, not all Faraday cages and bags are created […]
Do you have a way to charge your Ham radio in the event of a power outage? It’s common for preppers to have a small handheld Ham as part of their emergency supplies. I own two Baofeng UV5RA. They have so many uses and are a great resource […]
Most people will eat cereal, ice cream, and sandwiches during a power outage. Using up the milk and finishing other perishable items is smart. But what if you want a real meal… options to bake bread, cook pasta & rice, and pan-sear steaks even when the electricity is […]
There is one ingredient that makes my food storage BETTER than my mother’s food storage… cheese! Money was tight growing up because my father worked seasonal jobs. This meant during the off-season, our meals mostly came from our food storage. We ate a lot of stew during those […]
Have you ever noticed how water doesn’t taste the same in all locations? Whether it’s straight tap water, water softened tap water, well water, bottled water, or tap water in a different city, it all tastes different. In fact, the drinking water from my faucet tastes different from […]
It was time… time to update my analog radio to a digital preparedness radio. What is a preparedness radio? A preparedness radio is a radio that gets the National Oceanic and Atmospheric (NOAA) stations also known as emergency weather stations. It also should have multiple power source options. Preparedness […]
Light plays an important role on our emotional well being. When there is no light our minds can get overly active and in a crisis situation, darkness can feed our fears. Lights allow us to prepare meals, read, work, and feel safe when the sun goes down. Some […]
Food storage is, for many of us, the most expensive prep. However, not all of our food storage preps need to cost money. The Prepper community is growing (YAY!!!), which means there are a wide variety of resources available to us, and some of those resources are FREE. […]
How can you tell if canned food is bad? Do you know the signs of spoiled canned food that might be deadly? There are several ways harmful bacteria can contaminate canned food. In the United States, there are over 100 cases of botulism are reported each year. This harmful […]
Preppers Survive gets quite a few emails each month. My favorite emails are from newbie Preppers because they have an intensity and an urgency in their comments and questions. This intense urgency is how I felt when I first started prepping. I laboriously looked for articles on prepping […]
Sometimes, it’s just not practical to carry around a fully loaded bug out bag for a long period of time. There’s a point when your body gets so tired you’ll eventually abandon most items, not caring what you leave behind. It may be hard to believe that a […]
I’ve noticed that on several Prepper discussion boards, people are looking for an extensive prepper supplies checklist, a way to organize their preps, wishlist, and survival goals. If you are one of the many looking for a way to organize your preps, then I hope this article and […]
We use electricity for almost everything in our daily lives. It may be surprising just how much we rely on it every day. The three critical areas of self-reliance include shelter, food, and water. During a power outage, food is easier to keep from spoiling in a fridge […]
Having an emergency supply of antibiotics is a common goal among preppers. Did you know that generic antibiotics are produced outside of the United States? With supply chain shortages, it’s no wonder you are more eager than ever to have a backup supply of this life-saving medication. Prepper […]
A Guide to Using Power Banks in the Wilderness can be a lifesaver when you’re off-grid. The last thing anyone wants is their phone or GPS dying mid-hike, right? A reliable power bank ensures that your devices stay juiced up, even miles away from the nearest outlet. But let’s […]
Do you know the steps to use a fire extinguisher correctly? What may seem like common sense is not as common as you would think. Take the quick-fire extinguisher quiz below. I felt a little bad as I snatched the fire extinguisher out of my coworker’s hands. The […]
Starting a fire on a dry and sunny day is easy enough, but rain, snow or heavy winds can throw a wrench in your plans. If you’re serious about survival, you must know how to build a fire in bad weather conditions. This guide will teach you how […]
Whether you’re living in a rural or urban homestead, there will be moments when you will have to defend your family and property from intruders or people looking to take your resources. These defenses include getting suitable firearms, setting up your home for tactical situations, fencing, and employing other […]
Now that winter is behind us, it is time to consider getting off the beaten. There’s magic in the forest’s solitude — you’re surrounded by life yet alone in a sometimes savage world where things can hurt. You’ll probably lose your way more than once, gathering good tales […]
The HydroBlu Pressurized Jerrycan Water Filter has made my favorite emergency preps list! It’s a 4-gallon water container with a hand pump for water filtration. The hand pump pressurizes water that has been added to the Jerrycan, feeding it through the filters, and turns it into clean drinking […]
What makes scout rifles so popular over the years is their ability to serve various purposes. Their lightweight is practical for hunting trips, accurate enough for target-shooting competitions, and their shorter barrel is handy for self-defense, making them a valuable addition to a prepper’s emergency supplies. In this […]