In a survival situation, water collection is one of the most crucial skills you will need. As a rule of thumb, people can go weeks without food but only a couple of days without water. This is why reliably obtaining clean water is one of the most important aspects of any survival prepper’s plan. It may seem intimidating initially, but water collection and storage are much simpler than you think.
Do you know how to assess your preparedness for SHTF situations? Assessing your level of preparedness is a critical step in ensuring you’re truly ready for a potential crisis. From supplies and skills to mental resilience and community networks, this process involves evaluating various aspects of preparedness. Strengths and weaknesses must be identified, and a plan must be created to address them.
Most people think January is the time to daydream about getting out in the garden, but there are a few simple garden tasks for January that you can do to give yourself a headstart on the growing season.
Garden tasks in January can vary based on your USDA Hardiness Zone. But what is a Hardiness Zone? USDA Hardiness Zones are standard by which gardeners all over the country plan their gardens and determine what plants will grow best for them where they live. It is based on the average annual lowest temperature for each region.
Welcome to week two of our Baby Steps to Preparedness series. This week, we’ll discuss some hazards to prepare for. How did you do last week? To recap, I gave you a short shopping list to start building your emergency kit. I also gave you a few action steps to take. Did you find out what hazards are common in your area? If not, I’ll give you more information to help you in this article.
Do you have an emergency supply kit for your family in case of a disaster? Why not make it a goal for the year? According to a survey from Wells Fargo, only 46% of Americans have an emergency kit with enough supplies for everyone living in their home for several days after a disaster.
That’s less than half of the country. That’s terrifying! Especially considering that 84% of Americans live in areas that have experienced some form of natural disaster in the last few years, and 54% live in regions that have experienced severe natural disasters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, wildfires, or earthquakes.
If that’s not crazy enough, 72% say they or their families have been directly affected by natural disasters at some point in their lifetime.
Given these numbers, NOT having an emergency supply kit doesn’t make sense.
Have you started your survival planning for 2024 yet? Survival preppers always prepare for unforeseen events. To correctly anticipate what might happen, you should be aware of what is happening worldwide so you can be prepared for anything.
Having a strategy for what you will gather and prepare ahead of time is essential, but you also need to know what to watch out for. Following the news can help you prioritize your plans more effectively.
Survival preppers face new issues every year. Civil unrest might be the topic in one year, the global economy in another, or the supply chain or a pandemic in another. Having a yearly survival plan is important. However, you should also break down your planning process by month, task, and the supplies you’ll need.
Do you have a comprehensive bug-out plan for you and your family? During a major emergency or catastrophe, staying at home isn’t always an option. You should be prepared to leave at any moment in case of a natural disaster, such as a hurricane.
Many people think bug-out bags are all you need, but there are actually many other aspects to consider when planning to bug out if you want to avoid danger. Having a bug-out bag is important, but you should also have knowledge and multiple backup plans in the event of an emergency. This includes information such as what roads to take, how to survive without electricity for long periods of time, and more. You can’t use a bug-out bag if you have all of the supplies but none of the know-how.
What is permaculture? The word permaculture may seem like a new buzzword in gardening circles, but in reality, it’s so much more. If your interest is in homesteading, self-sufficiency, and gardening, understanding the core concepts of permaculture could be a real game-changer. Permaculture is a way of viewing the world and its resources from a different perspective. This small but growing movement may already be influencing some of your habits.
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Continue readingDo you have a family disaster plan? If you missed it, creating one was one of your action steps in my last article on making your own supply kit for disasters. It will take a bit of time to create a family disaster plan, and you will likely make changes as the needs of your family change. But to begin, let’s take a look at the first step.
How do you like these grocery prices? If you’re like many people, you may be thinking that it’s time to start a survival garden to become more self-sufficient. There are so many benefits to growing your own food, not the least of which is avoiding crazy prices and limited availability. Let’s take a look at a few tips to help you get started.
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