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5 Morale-Boosting Foods with Long Shelf Life

In any high-stress situation—whether it’s a natural disaster, extended power outage, or widespread emergency—morale is often one of the first things to suffer. When daily routines vanish and uncertainty creeps in, a little comfort can go a long way, especially for children and those feeling overwhelmed. That’s why it’s wise to include a few simple,… Continue reading 5 Morale-Boosting Foods with Long Shelf Life

Know Thy Enemy (During the Collapse): Part 1 – The Unprepared Neighbor

The following post was originally published over at 299Days.com. By Glen Tate This guy is your enemy.   (During the Collapse, that is.) He doesn’t seem like it; in fact, he looks kind of wimpy.  He’s not a jack-booted Homeland Security trooper breaking down your door to take your guns, so he can’t be a… Continue reading Know Thy Enemy (During the Collapse): Part 1 – The Unprepared Neighbor

Basic Hurricane Preparedness

While many preppers look to North Korea and a zombie apocalypse to prepare let’s not forget events like hurricanes are much more likely to endanger us. If you live in an area prone to hurricanes preparing is a common-sense step to take. With hurricane season upon us let’s review some basic tasks to prepare. Before… Continue reading Basic Hurricane Preparedness

Video: 10 Things YOU should consider (NOW) to prepare for CHAOS

I posted this preparedness video way back in 2017 and it still holds true. Pastor Joe Fox – someone I respect immensely – has done a valuable service over the years to help families prepare for uncertain times ahead. In these insane times today, this video is even more important. Watch it and make a… Continue reading Video: 10 Things YOU should consider (NOW) to prepare for CHAOS

Budget Friendly Preparedness Tips – $10 Per Week

I previously published this back in 2019 and with new people visiting the site thought it would be a good idea to bring it back around. – Rourke While the economy is strong and unemployment is at record low levels there are many people that continue to struggle. While stats and data can be manipulated… Continue reading Budget Friendly Preparedness Tips – $10 Per Week

Review: Streamlight Stylus Pro Flashlight

I previously published this a few years ago and with new people visiting the site thought it would be a good idea to bring it back around. – Rourke Flashlights are a basic and very important prep item. Who can’t remember the excitement as a kid having a flashlight when the power went out? The… Continue reading Review: Streamlight Stylus Pro Flashlight

Patriots Networking: Social Media and Communications Platform MeWe

  MeWe is a growing social media platform with a huge emphasis on user privacy and free speech. Unlike Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and many others MeWe is placing user privacy and their ability to say what they want at the forefront of their service. For those of us who wish to network with like-minded folks… Continue reading Patriots Networking: Social Media and Communications Platform MeWe

Taste Test: Yoders Canned Bacon

Bacon. Say “bacon” around a group of people and watch how their attention is instantly drawn to you. Hey – either you like bacon, or you’re wrong. For prepper’s considering what food to stock up on bacon is usually just a pipe dream due to its extremely limited shelf life. Enter: Yoders Bacon. I bought… Continue reading Taste Test: Yoders Canned Bacon

Kel-Tec PMR 30…..Ultimate Bug Out Gun?

NOTE: This review was originally written back in 2016 and has now been updated with information current to January 2021. I’ve owned the PMR-30 now for over 5 years. Kel-Tec PMR-30 22 Magnum Semi-Automatic Pistol I have wanted the PMR-30 since it’s release in 2011. Having been an owner of the Automag II – which… Continue reading Kel-Tec PMR 30…..Ultimate Bug Out Gun?

Food Storage Recipe: Oven-Roasted Turkey SPAM and Potatoes[2020]

What foods to store in a food storage program is a popular topic – but what about making meals from that food? Not so much. With this recipe, I put together something a little different – Turkey SPAM & Canned Potatoes. SPAM is often considered a joke when it comes to food storage but the… Continue reading Food Storage Recipe: Oven-Roasted Turkey SPAM and Potatoes[2020]

The “4 Block” DIY Rocket Stove!

Off grid cooking is one of my favorite outdoor activities. It is also a valuable skill to have should the grid go down. There are several commercially made rocket stoves on the market and those I’ve tried worked well. Rocket stoves burn fuel incredibly efficiently. Fuel is typically twigs, branches, and other small flammable items. With… Continue reading The “4 Block” DIY Rocket Stove!

Video: EMP Testing (Garbage Cans and EMP Bags)

[UPDATED FOR 2020] The threat of a solar flare or EMP has never been higher than today. History shows we are well overdue for a solar flare and with tensions flaring with China, North Korea, and Iran being more prepared for an EMP just makes sense. Dr. Arthur Bradley walks through the testing of metal… Continue reading Video: EMP Testing (Garbage Cans and EMP Bags)

Review: Condor T&T EDC Pouch Kit [2020]

Something I have been slack in is my EDC. I have a few things in my Jeep but as far as an organized EDC kit that has been absent. I picked up a Condor T&T pouch a few months ago and finally got around to throwing some stuff in it. My intended purpose for the… Continue reading Review: Condor T&T EDC Pouch Kit [2020]

Food Storage Recipe: Oven-Roasted Turkey SPAM and Potatoes[2020]

What foods to store in a food storage program is a popular topic – but what about making meals from that food? Not so much. This recipe, I put together something a little different – Turkey SPAM & Canned Potatoes. SPAM is often considered a joke when it comes to food storage but the truth… Continue reading Food Storage Recipe: Oven-Roasted Turkey SPAM and Potatoes[2020]

Budget Friendly Preparedness Tips – $10 Per Week

  It’s been two weeks since my last post as things have been extremely busy. Hey – life happens. While the economy is strong and unemployment is at record low levels there are many people that continue to struggle. While stats and data can be manipulated to prove almost anything, the fact remains that wages… Continue reading Budget Friendly Preparedness Tips – $10 Per Week

Patriots Networking: Social Media and Communications Platform MeWe

  MeWe is a growing social media platform with a huge emphasis on user privacy and free speech. Unlike Facebook, Twitter, Youtube, and many others MeWe is placing user privacy and their ability to say what they want at the forefront of their service. For those of us who wish to network with like-minded folks… Continue reading Patriots Networking: Social Media and Communications Platform MeWe

Analytical Survival on Basic Preparedness: Food, Water, and Storage

  Analytical Survival is one of the best channels on YouTube. Extremely thorough and logical there is no radical talk and his suggestions are fairly budget-friendly. This first in a series on basic preparedness covers Food & Water Storage. Basic preparedness steps such as having extra food and water will help weather almost any significant… Continue reading Analytical Survival on Basic Preparedness: Food, Water, and Storage

5 Morale Boosting Foods With a Long Shelf Life

  Any high-stress disastrous event will create a definite morale issue for most people. The absence of normal life comforts combined with potential life-altering conditions will wreak havoc on people – especially children. Having as part of any food storage system some specific foods to boost – even just a little – the morale of friends and family… Continue reading 5 Morale Boosting Foods With a Long Shelf Life

Prepare

So – you’re a prepper? First off you will be pleased to know that you are not a nut case. Feel better? Although preparedness is becoming more widespread mainstream preppers are still often looked at strangely by those that are non-believers. The vast majority of people today go through life with little concern with what the… Continue reading Prepare

Top 12 Barter Items To Stock Up On Now

For those anticipating a complete breakdown of the economy, “bartering” is something that should be planned. Before diving into the list I’ll mention a couple things that generally stir up controversy. First – the bartering of firearms and ammunition generally creates a huge argument. Why? The thought behind this is you’ll trade a firearm and/or… Continue reading Top 12 Barter Items To Stock Up On Now

The “NEW” First 100 Things To Disappear After The SHTF

The original “Top 100 Things To Disappear After a Disaster” list has been passed around the internet for a number of years. It remains a viable list of barter items and accurate in every way. Due to the list being fairly old and times have changed a few prepper friends and I have pulled together… Continue reading The “NEW” First 100 Things To Disappear After The SHTF

Top 10 Prepper Fiction Books You Must Read

  Post-apocalyptic fiction is extremely popular right now. There are many choices out there and since discovering Audible books I’ve read many. Prepper fiction is just that – fiction. With that said all of these books provide a multitude of scenario’s to consider. This can assist in pre-planning and developing contingencies. So, beyond entertainment, these books… Continue reading Top 10 Prepper Fiction Books You Must Read

5 Prepper Items To Take On Vacation

  How many of us head out to the beach, the mountains – the lake – and wonder the same question: “What if something happens and we’re not at home with all our preps?” Tough situation and the answers vary really depending on the specifics of the vacation.  Flying can really restrict items to be… Continue reading 5 Prepper Items To Take On Vacation