The Gospel of Two Cans: A Simple (and Saner) Way to Start Food PreparednessBuy 2. Store 1. Save your sanity. I’m not saying it’s in the Bible, but I am saying that if loaves and fishes were shelf-stable, Jesus might’ve stored a few extras for the next crowd. And thus, Read more…
There comes a time in every self-reliant parent’s life when you find yourself barricaded inside—not because of an impending zombie horde (though, let’s be honest, that would at least be interesting), but because “going outside” is now code for “Nope, not today, Satan.” Whether it’s a blizzard, blackout, civil unrest, Read more…
Let’s be honest—there comes a time in every self-reliant soul’s journey where the pantry looks more like a science lab than a kitchen. Between the “maltodextrin,” “sodium hexawhatchamacallit,” and the “may-contain-traces-of-meteor-dust” additives, you start wondering if you’re prepping for dinner or a high school chemistry final. But here’s a little Read more…
Let’s face it. When the grid goes down and the canned beans are flowing like champagne at a redneck wedding, there’s still one unspoken enemy that’ll sneak up on you like a raccoon in your tent: dirty laundry. It’s gritty. It’s grimy. It’s the glamorous side of preparedness nobody wants Read more…
Duct Tape Survival: 45 Genius Hacks for Life’s Toughest Situations Let’s face it, duct tape (often called 100-mile-an-hour tape) is the MVP of the self-reliant lifestyle—that roll of shiny silver magic can hold your life together (sometimes literally). Whether you’re bugging out or just battling everyday mishaps, duct tape is Read more…
The Great Water Storage Myth: Why You Can Stop Playing Musical Bottles Ever feel like you’re running a water bottle retirement home, constantly cycling out perfectly good H2O because some prepper website told you to? Well, grab your favorite hydration vessel and settle in, because I’m about to flip the Read more…
Preparedness Pro Community: Where Self-Reliance Meets Strength in Numbers! Ever tried to pat yourself on the back after successfully canning 50 pounds of tomatoes? Or wished you could share your excitement about your first successful sourdough starter with someone who actually gets it? Well, get ready for some good news Read more…
Flour is a pantry staple, but storing it long-term can be tricky. With the right methods, you can keep your flour fresh and usable for years. The key to successful long-term storage lies in creating an airtight, dry environment that protects against pests and preserves the flour’s quality. The most Read more…
Supercharge Your Survival: Eating Well When the World Goes Wonky Congratulations! Society just hit the fan, and you’ve inadvertently signed up for the most intense workout regime of your life. Who needs a gym membership when you’re hauling water like a human forklift and turning your backyard into a chicken Read more…
The Truth About Storing Water: Debunking Myths and Quenching Concerns Today, we’re diving into the not-so-deep end of water storage. Grab your snorkels, because we’re about to clear up some murky misconceptions faster than you can say “H2O”! The Chloroform Conundrum Recently, a concerned reader asked, “Should I be worried Read more…