Category: Preparedness

Fire starting and survival go hand-in-hand like peanut butter and jelly. I’m not much of a bushcraft person so more modern, simple fire-starting methods have been the mainstay of my fire-starting catalog for some time. Butane lighters – including the famous Bic lighter – if my main method. In the following video, I discuss my… Continue reading Essential Prep: Stocking Up on Butane Lighters for Emergencies 🔥

Far too many people who want to get prepared believe that it is all about bugout bags, MREs, and freeze-dried food. No – foods put back in freezers can play a valuable role in a food storage program and preparedness. The discussion continues in the following video……      

Just finished Black Autumn, and I can’t stop thinking about it. The story pulls you right into a post-apocalyptic world where everything’s falling apart, and a small group of people has to figure out how to survive against all odds. It’s got plenty of action, but what really stood out to me was how real… Continue reading Recommended Book – Black Autumn

If the power grid went down, the government estimated that 90% of the population would die within a year. How did they figure that out? It was actually pretty straightforward. They looked at the population that could survive before electricity existed. Back then, the U.S. supported about 30 million people. That was the sustainable number.… Continue reading Situation: Grid Down – Would 90% Of The Population Really Perish?

Great video by a longtime follower – and friend. Check out this video by Rural Homesteaders as he sets up a Starlink and powers it via 12V DC power. Starlink has been a game-changer in providing affordable high-speed internet access pretty much anywhere. Kass and I rely on Starlink here in the cabin as there… Continue reading Connecting either a Starlink Mini or a Starlink standard directly to DC power

Preparing for a long-term grid-down scenario doesn’t mean you need to spend a fortune. While food is essential, some often-overlooked non-food items can make a huge difference in your preparedness strategy. Here are five budget-friendly items to get now to improve your preparedness system. 1. Walkie-Talkies Communication is crucial during a crisis, especially when cell… Continue reading 5 Budget-Friendly Non-Food Items to Buy Now for Long-Term Grid-Down Preparedness

I travel quite a bit and use Google Maps almost exclusively. The main reason has been reliability. I like WAZE and sometimes run it tandem with Google Maps as well. I came across this video the other day and thought many of these features covered you may find useful. Check it out….. Something else Google… Continue reading 5 FANTASTIC Google Maps Features You Want To Know About

Recently, the rise of individuals impersonating utility workers and other service personnel has posed a significant safety concern for homeowners. While most utility workers and service providers are genuine, it’s just smart to exercise caution when answering your door to someone you don’t know. Here are some key points to consider: 1. Verify Identity: If… Continue reading Answering the Door to Strangers in Uniform

As the U.S. national debt approaches $36 trillion, the negative impacts are becoming more severe. A skyrocketing debt increases interest payments, which drain government resources that could otherwise fund essential services like healthcare, infrastructure, and education. It also undermines confidence in the U.S. dollar, potentially leading to higher inflation and rising interest rates. This can… Continue reading US National Debt Approaches $36 Trillion Dollars

Might be good to take notice of what will happen when you mix certain chemicals…… You should probably print this image and file away……“just in case.” Rourke

My favorite clip from the classic Red Dawn movie from 1984. The truck pulls into the store and the kids run in. They gather supplies they will need to survive before heading to the mountains in an effort to escape the Russians. I’ve always thought about how I would want to be supplied ahead of… Continue reading Red Dawn(1984) Scene – Getting Supplies Before Heading Into The Mountains

Over the past two years, there has been much talk of problems with canning lids not sealing. In this video, I provide my observations as a manufacturing expert on the construction and quality of several brands of canning lids and provide my opinion. What’s your favorite brand? On with the video……  Rourke [ecwid widgets=”productbrowser”… Continue reading 🚨WHICH CANNING LID IS BETTER? – BALL VS MAINSTAYS VS SUPERB VS ANCHOR HOCKING🚨

In the following video, Pastor Joe Fox expresses his concern over illegal immigration and the threat from terrorist sleeper cells within the United States waiting to carry out “something.” Terror cells have long been discussed as a threat and as time has passed largely been downplayed. With the unbelievable numbers of military aged males from… Continue reading Pastor Joe Fox: It’s Coming – Get Ready!

One of my favorite scenes in the 1984 movie Red Dawn was when Col. Tanner described how the war started. Listen to what he says in this scene and then again. A lot of details are  missed by most the first time around. Powers Boothe was a solid actor. He had that Texas twang and… Continue reading Red Dawn(1984) Scene – Col. Tanner Explains How The War Began

Seems like this weekend would be a good time to check on a few things – such as: – Check your emergency contacts. So you have everything on paper? – Maps: Make sure you have maps of local area, plus State, and surrounding States. Use a yellow highlighter to show specific pre-planned routes. – Check… Continue reading Zero Cost Preps

When the zombie apocalypse has survivors held up in a secured bunker as they plan their next move a tasty meal will be great for morale. How about a Pizza MRE? In the video below I try out this unique MRE entree and see for myself if it passes the taste test – or if… Continue reading Review: MRE Pepperoni Pizza DOES IT SUCK?

Rice is one of the best and most affordable food storage items you can have. It’s cheap, easy to find, and can last for years if stored properly. Rice is also very versatile—you can use it in a variety of meals, from breakfast to dinner. It provides essential calories and carbohydrates that give you energy,… Continue reading Affordable Survival: Rice

One of the most important preps is water. No doubt you’ve heard that you can’t survive longer than 3 days without water. We have a well and are set up with both a manual pump and a battery-operated one as well as backups. Regardless – I’m going to put a few cases of water back.… Continue reading Affordable Survival: Bottled Water – Stock Up Now

Here’s a recent video in a series I’ve started providing examples of improving food storage with 5 cans per week. This is a very budget-friendly method that over the long term will create a significant food supply. You can subscribe to my YouTube Channel here – – – > https://www.youtube.com/@JohnRourkePatriot   Take care all –… Continue reading Budget Preparedness: Growing Your Food Storage 5 Cans at a Time 👍

Over the years people have referred to the end of the world in many different ways. I like to refer to what we may face as the Zombie Apocalypse. It’s kind of a funny way to talk about a serious topic. I find that for those who I wish to engage in the topic of… Continue reading SHTF, WW3, the Zombie Apocalypse, TEOTWAWKI, The Coming Struggle