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Emergency Preparedness for Pets
Something that's often overlooked by folks getting themselves prepared for life's ups and downs is making sure to store stuff for their pets. The concepts are similar to prepping for people, but there's a few key differences (obviously...) Food Storage For Pets The basics here are pretty … [Read More...]
Five Prepper Skills To Pick Up This Year
Today I want to challenge you to learn something new. And I don't mean just book learning, I mean actually pick up a skill. I think you should make a point to pick up at least two new skills this year. Here are a few ideas to get you started. Gardening The obvious one. But one we can always … [Read More...]
No Post or Podcast Tonight…
No podcast or post today... I've been utterly swamped at work for the last couple weeks and I'm burned out and just need to crash out. So, unfortunately for you, my dear reader, this means no post or podcast tonight. Sorry, but I need some recovery time! In the mean time, be sure to check … [Read More...]
New USDA Plant Hardiness Map
Normally I'd have a review of a book or tool or something, but since the USDA came out with a new hardiness map recently I thought I'd talk about it briefly. The interactive tool is pretty awesome. You can put in your zip code and then find your exact location. A simple click will tell you … [Read More...]
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Todays Featured Post: Oblivion, the 51st State
Today's featured post is called Oblivion, the 51st State. This post is a good look into the mindset of your average person who doesn't see any reason to prepare. The Survival Mom talks about an interview she recently did with Newsweek, in … [Read More...]
How To Build an Emergency Power System
This post is a hands on how-to which will show you how to size and build your own emergency power system. We'll talk about what we want to power with the system, and then design an appropriately sized power system. We'll talk about how to use it … [Read More...]
Summer is Gone and Winter is On The Way
Well, that time of year is here again. Summer is over, fall has arrived, and winter is on its way. In our neck of the woods that doesn't usually include snowfall measured in feet, but we're pretty well guaranteed a few nice storms. In fact, the … [Read More...]
How To Choose A Fire Extinguisher
This is a bit of a timely post, since we just picked up some replacement fire extinguishers for some that had expired. I figure that some of you probably don't know how to choose a fire extinguisher. Let's fix that minor problem because having … [Read More...]
The Proper Care and Feeding of Stored Wheat
Wheat. The cornerstone of life. The centerpiece of any long term food storage solution and something that should be included in everyone's plans. But do you know how to take care of it, to properly store it, to keep it safe and ready to be … [Read More...]
Choosing a Power Inverter for Medical Equipment
In part one of this series we discussed some of the basic concepts behind providing backup electricity for medical equipment. In this part, we're going to discuss one of the most important, if not THE most important, parts of the system. The power … [Read More...]
We’re Not Growing Our Way Out Of This One
I wanted to take some time today to talk about a few things that are on my mind lately. If you haven't noticed, I've been a little scarce lately. This is primarily due to some burnout on my end, though family life has been busy and I've been … [Read More...]
New and Noteworthy
New and Noteworthy for Today, February 6, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. Teaching others The Coming Revolution in Micro Production On The NFP Report Screeching – MarketTicker Forums Quick Release Paracord Bracelet for Emergency Deployment Bill Whittle States it Plainly More official deception about the unemployment rate The US presidential elections are essentially [...]
New and Noteworthy for Today, February 3, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. Community Thursday: What’s More Precious than Gold? Root Simple: The Chinese Wheelbarrow Google, Internet Privacy and Anonymizers The Arctic Patriot: Onto Liberty: War Drums Acts Against Americans Why Republican Politicians Sell Us Out. « Publius-Huldah’s Blog A modest proposal | Power [...]
New and Noteworthy for Today, February 2, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. Patriot’s Lament: A lesson from James Madison Loyalty, Allegiance, Or Servitude? | Neal’s Soapbox DIY Survival Candles Bolt Action Rifles DOJ Stonewalling on Justice Kagan | Power Line Why We Need Resilient Communities How To Design a Garden Step IV: Clues [...]
New and Noteworthy for Today, February 1, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. Cronyism in America Obama’s Economy: Bad, But Is It Bad Enough? | Power Line What part of "Police State" don’t we understand? Obama Set to Cost Each of Us Hundreds a Year in Higher Electric Costs | Wizbang Why I Don’t [...]
New and Noteworthy for Today, January 31, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. Interactive Map | USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map Check it out, it’s pretty cool. USDA updates hardiness zones This is huge…it’s about time! Drone Diplomacy: Comply or Die – Global Guerrillas Psst – The Problem Is NOT Greece – MarketTicker Forums [...]
New and Noteworthy for Today, January 30, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. That is what I am afraid of The Long View and Goals No, High-Tech Thuggery is NOT All In China – MarketTicker Forums Greece Gives Finger To Germany? – MarketTicker Forums GDP: Is It What It Appears? – MarketTicker Forums Musings [...]
New and Noteworthy for Today, January 27, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. The Real Meaning of Downward Class Migration | The Survival Podcast A Shift in Perspective: Micro-Budgeting to Big-Picture Finances | Frugal Dad How a Sewing Machine Works | End the War on Freedom 10K Reasons to Worry About Critical Infrastructure | [...]
New and Noteworthy for Today, January 26, 2012
Here’s a bunch of links I saw today that I thought you might like. Blind faith Of the Ignorant, By the Ignorant, For the Ignorant | Power Line Obama Energy Fibs | Power Line The Freedom To Make Bad Decisions What genocide teaches us The Manufacturing Sector in the US. – Far From Dead The [...]
American Bread and Circuses
As the GOP conventions move along, we're rapidly reaching the height of crazy season. And unfortunately, crazy season will last pretty much all year this year. Regardless of your political affiliations, I urge you to consider that no matter what happens, you must avoid getting distracted by the … [Read More...]