PREPAREDNESS

There are a few options for getting rid of human waste that are safe and environmentally friendly when living off-grid. Here are some options to consider: Read More.

Knowing how to create a fire is one of the most necessary survival skills. It will serve you well in every aspect of life, whether lighting the charcoal grill for holiday burgers and hot dogs or a life-or-death situation. Read More.

Like many Generation X folks, I’ve complained long and hard about TikTok and the brainwashing effects on young people of 15-30-second intervals of entertaining social programming for hours at a time. I have also been concerned about the Chinese ownership of TikTok – is this just a giant psy-op? Read More.

Many people find the idea of making bread daunting, fearing fallen loaves, doughy centers, or bread that stubbornly refuses to rise. Others who have been making bread for a while may struggle with achieving a consistent texture or avoiding a hole in the middle of their loaves. Read More.

Remaining anonymous can be a complex process and it depends on the context in which you want to remain anonymous. However, here are some general tips that may help you stay anonymous: Read More.

Based on the 2013 video game of the same name, the show depicts a post-apocalyptic 2023 in a world that has been overtaken with a mass fungal virus that turns those who are infected into zombie-like creatures. Read More.

Making the decision to expand your flock the old-fashioned way when you raise ducks is always an exciting time. Placing the viable eggs in an incubator or letting their diligent mother sit on them and try to hatch them, it is definitely going to be an experience when they first pip and the new arrivals enter the world. Read More.

Educating your children is going to take a lot of investment. In beginning stages the things you need are free or cheap but you will need to invest a lot of time. As the student gets older the materials will cost more but each student will be capable of more independent work. Regardless of where they are on that journey some principles will always be guiding you as you parent and teach. Read More.

3-bin composting is a popular method of composting that involves using three separate bins to create and manage compost. Here's how it works: Read More.

The COVID-19 pandemic proved that the world is vulnerable to contagious diseases despite advancements in medicine and technology. These viruses move quickly from person to person, so a world population of 8 billion will have difficulty stopping the spread of any contagion no matter how we respond as a nation. Read More.

The security of our drinking water should always be a top priority, but the ease of access to it lulls us into a false sense of security. Turn on the tap, and fresh, clear water pours out in a seemingly inexhaustible supply. Read More.

Creating a food forest in your own backyard is a great way to produce your own food, reduce your carbon footprint, and create a sustainable living environment. A food forest is a low-maintenance, sustainable system that mimics a natural forest ecosystem, with layers of plants that work together to provide food and other benefits. Read More.

As the Fed tightens monetary policy, a banking crisis is historically the first evidence that something is breaking. As noted recently in “Not QE,” Read More.

A varied and nutrient-rich diet is essential for producing high-quality organic chicken eggs. It is important to provide the chickens with access to fresh, clean water at all times and to ensure that their food is free from any harmful chemicals or additives. Read More.

Managing stress and anxiety is an important preparedness topic that is often overlooked. It’s ignored because preparing for future struggles is often rooted in worry about future events. And, that worry causes us to place our preparedness ahead of all else. Read More.