Looking for some gear ideas? Take a look at the list below to see what type of gear you might want to add to your prepping collection. Download this list in PDF form by scrolling down to the end of the list. Use this list as a guide. Some of these things you may not […]
Skills will carry us far and wide. The more skills we know, the less reliant on gear we are. While I love gear and I think gear is certainly helpful, skills will last a lifetime, as long as you practice often. Most skills can be practiced right at home, in your backyard or at a […]
DIY and prepper should be synonymous. We always love to figure out how to do things ourselves. In general, I believe people should be more interested in learning how to do things for themselves. Even if you won’t be doing it all the time, simply trying to understand the concept and how things work by […]
I’ve made posts about how to put together a bug out bag and how to make a bag for others, I also wrote a guest post about how to make a bug out bag for kids, but I realized I had never made a post about how to make a get home bag. What is […]
No matter what type of vehicle you have, it should be stocked for everyday uses as well as bugging out needs. When thinking about the supplies you might need, try to get as specific as possible for your particular needs, your region, as well as the needs of your vehicle. These supplies may not apply […]
Have you been thinking about getting your ham radio license but just haven’t done it yet? I understand how frustrating it can be to want to get your ham radio license but there aren’t any classes in your area. Or maybe the information seems too difficult. Or you just want to study at your own […]
I have learned so much about desert gardening just over the past year. I’m in the high desert so while I have to deal with the regular dry and (fairly) hot desert weather, I also have to deal with tons of wind. It is windy here just about everyday and in the spring, it’s 3X […]
Everyone defines ‘off the grid’ differently. Some hardcore people hear ‘off the grid’ and they assume that you don’t even have an online presence and are only seen in town once a year to get some supplies that you can’t get yourself at your remote cabin in the woods. When I talk about off grid, […]
When you begin to work on your emergency disaster plan, it’s recommended to try to get the whole family on board. Sit down with them and really talk about the importance of having a plan for ‘just in case’. Think of an emergency disaster plan like you’re planning a trip to Disneyworld. You’re going to […]
When it comes to stocking up on food and water, sometimes it can feel a little daunting. With so much to choose from, how do you consistently make the right choice and purchase the food and water that you’ll need? I wouldn’t recommend walking into food storage without a plan. One of the easiest ways […]