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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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Prepping For Beginners
Lately I've been considering the plight of people who are new to preparedness. How overwhelming this must be for them. Even for those of us who have been prepping for years it can still be overwhelming and intimidating. I imagine that for people … [Read More...]
Raising Backyard Chickens Made Simple (Part Two)
This is another guest post from The Crazy Chicken Lady ... if you missed the first part of her backyard chicken article, check it out. I'll wait! If I’ve convinced you to give some chickens a try, there are a couple of ways to start a flock. … [Read More...]
Take Heart, You’re Not Alone
So back to it... It's pretty easy when you're somewhat isolated to become completely focused on your own opinions and needs. Which is why the results of the survey I just ran were quite enlightening. Thanks to everyone who participated! Rudy's … [Read More...]
Too Many Mouths to Feed and Not Enough Food
So if you remember the Rule of Threes, you know that it's time to talk about food now that we have water sorta covered. When you say food storage, most people picture 50 lb bags of rice and buckets of wheat stored in the corner of the garage, and … [Read More...]
Preparing Your Family For The Zombie Apocalypse
I know, now you're thinking … I know WHY I should prepare. It's blatantly obvious! But what I DON'T know is what on earth I'm preparing for! The answer to that question should also be pretty obvious. We're preparing for the invasion of the … [Read More...]
Why You Must Store Water
I had an experience this last weekend that reiterated the importance of water storage and storing clean water for your consumption and sanitation needs. Over the holiday weekend we went out to the Farm to spend time with the extended family. My … [Read More...]
Survival Scenario: Winter Storm
Picture with me the following scenario. You sit down to watch the 6 o'clock news, and catch the weather man telling everyone in a lead story that a severe arctic storm is bearing down on your area, and you can expect to get several feet of snow over … [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...]