I do everything in my power to carry my firearm on my body. However, when you’re pregnant, it’s a lot more challenging to not only carry, but to also draw. In general, I’m not against off body carry. There’s a time and a place, but it also must be done safely. In general, I’m not […]
I’m a fan of both modern and natural remedies. I stock up on over-the-counter (OTC) medication, while also making my own salves and tinctures. I believe there’s a place for it all. However, what happens when the OTC meds expire? Sure, they can last longer than their best buy date, but they do have an […]
I think running drills is an extremely important part of being truly prepared for an emergency or disaster. Step one before you get to the drills is to make the plan. Head over to my guide about making your emergency disaster plan to get started on that. Even if you don’t want to write out […]
This is your ultimate guide to being prepared when there’s no access to flowing water from your faucets. We become so accustomed to the water that flows from our faucets that we forget how difficult it would be without that flow. I’ve lived off-grid for two years without a well and have had to haul […]
Hi, im Lex from RoosterHead Homestead! We are first generation homesteaders. You can find me @RoosterHeadHomestead on Instagram for detailed information on each of these topics. Along with the fun and failures we have everyday on our first time homestead in the Montana mountains. Happy Homesteading! We are first generation homesteaders and I hadn’t even […]
With the varied ways to store dried foods for emergency food storage, it can get a little confusing. The questions are endless! And sometimes I even stop and go, “wait, what’s the best way to store this?” Especially if it’s a new product that I haven’t stored before. Someone in the Rogue Preparedness community asked […]
I will be the first to admit that a first aid kit and medical knowledge was not a priority when I first got started with preparedness. It was mainly due to the fact that my medical knowledge was quite weak. I knew how to clean a wound and put on a bandaid, maybe using a […]
If you’ve been trying to figure out ways to preserve food without refrigeration or freezing, this article is for you! I live off grid and still rely on my freezer and fridge because I can. I even have an EMP Shield for my solar system to help ensure that my freezer and fridge stay up […]
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 […]