• Skip to main content
  • Skip to secondary navigation
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

M.D. CREEKMORE

  • Blog
  • About
  • Contact
  • Books
  • YouTube
  • Newsletter
  • Gear I Use
  • Privacy Policy
  • Freedom Files
You are here: Home / Archives for 2019

Archives for 2019

Preppers Food Storage – Long Term Food Storage Cheap & Easy

October 15, 2019 M.D. Creekmore

Long term food storage plastic buckets

In this video, I go over some food storage foods and ideas that you might want to consider for your own long-term prepper food storage plans. Food Storage Sprouting Kit – Certified Organic Augason Farms Foods Packaged For Maximum Storage life Wonder Junior Deluxe Hand Grain Mill My books on Amazon

Filed Under: Prepping

Pepper Spray Laws by State: A Simple Cheat Sheet With All You Need To Know

October 8, 2019 M.D. Creekmore

Pepper spray is a non-lethal chemical compound that works by causing temporary blindness and is primarily used in self-defense (including animals) and for crowd or riot control. But is it legal in your state? The quick answer is that pepper spray is legal in all 50 states although there are a few conditions and restrictions […]

Filed Under: Security

Complete Guide to Concealed Carry While Backpacking

September 29, 2019 M.D. Creekmore

Those of us who carry a handgun while hiking in the backwoods quickly realize that carrying a handgun while also carrying a backpack presents its own set of challenges. Sure you could put the handgun in the pack with the rest of your hiking gear, but then it wouldn’t be easily accessible should you need […]

Filed Under: Bushcraft

10 Ways to Dramatically Improve Your Front Door Security

September 29, 2019 M.D. Creekmore

front door security

If you’re looking to save yourself from the possibilities of a potential home break-in, it is high time you consider upgrading your front-door security. But how exactly do you get your security a notch- above? What measures should you take? Let’s explore! 1. First Upgrade your Locks Locks are one of the most essential aspects […]

Filed Under: Security

Long-Term Storage : Know your Enemy The Moth

September 3, 2019 M.D. Creekmore

20 Prepping Foods With The Longest Shelf Life For Your Stockpile

by Bandurasbox – AKA Salena. Not too long ago, my husband took a three-week-long business trip to the West coast. Although he has traveled often domestically and abroad for his job in the past, this trip was particularly difficult for me and our special needs son. Our son was out of school for the summer, […]

Filed Under: Prepping

The Lights Went Out in Texas

September 3, 2019 M.D. Creekmore

by Texican Last week our small area of the world experienced a power outage which lasted just an hour and 55 minutes. The power went out at 5:55 pm. Not a big deal, right? I’m prepared, I have batteries, I have flashlights, I have candles, I have lanterns, I have kerosene, I have…….! Yep, I […]

Filed Under: Prepping

Earthquake Log Splitter Review (read before you buy)

September 2, 2019 M.D. Creekmore

By BCTruck – rebuild, repair, repurpose Strange things are occurring all over the world. One of those strange things is that​ wood has grown tougher and far less tolerant to being split, as I’ve grown older. To combat this ever-increasing hardness, I decided to use my head and not my back. I did a lot of […]

Filed Under: Gear Reviews

Think on your FEET! A Prepper’s Guide To Shoes and Feet…

August 31, 2019 M.D. Creekmore

prepper shoes

by Arthur X “Keep your eyes on the stars, and your feet on the ground.” – Theodore Roosevelt As preppers, we have to prepare ahead. We have to look ahead and notice any potential problems and deal with those problems. Foot problems are one such area. That is my goal today, to have you merely recognize your […]

Filed Under: Bugging Out, Prepping

17 Things For Pandemic Survival that You Probably Forgot to Include in Your Medical Kit

August 31, 2019 M.D. Creekmore

The following list is for items that most people forget to include in their basic first aid kits and supplies. If you’re worried about an outbreak like the current Ebola outbreak hitting the U.S. in the near future (you probably should be) then adding the products on this list should be your top priority right […]

Filed Under: Prepping

10 Must Use/Read Prepper Food Storage Resources

July 31, 2019 M.D. Creekmore

1. Food storage calculator: Use this calculator to determine the minimum food storage requirements for your family for one year. While not an exact science it is a good starting point – you’ll still need to make the final list based on each family members needs. 2. Start your food storage on $10 a week: Good article written […]

Filed Under: Prepping

Top 5 Tips for Avoiding Becoming a Crime Victim

July 31, 2019 M.D. Creekmore

Tips for Avoiding Becoming a Crime Victim

by WL We live in a suburb of a large metropolitan area. Our suburb is typically considered safe. Safe enough, in fact, that I know people who leave their first-floor windows wide open at night or when they’re gone for the day. Safe enough that people go for a walk around the neighborhood and leave […]

Filed Under: Security

The Top Water Filters For Your Bug Out Bag

July 31, 2019 M.D. Creekmore

by David There is no shortage of products or systems to choose from, but which one’s are the best investments? I’ve been doing a lot of research into the packable water filtration systems currently on the market and I’d like to share my findings and opinions. In this post, I’d like to try to cover which […]

Filed Under: Bugging Out

  • « Go to Previous Page
  • Page 1
  • Interim pages omitted …
  • Page 7
  • Page 8
  • Page 9
  • Page 10
  • Page 11
  • Interim pages omitted …
  • Page 16
  • Go to Next Page »

Primary Sidebar

About the author

M.D. Creekmore is an author of five books, consultant, youtuber, and all-around great guy. Read more→

Get My Weekly Notes From Appalachia

Real-world insights on preparedness, money, and simple living — from my corner of Appalachia.

No hype. No fluff. Just what actually works.

Join 7,166 other subscribers

Follow Me At

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Substack
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

Footer

Recent Posts

  • Weather Update for My Corner of Appalachia
  • They Keep Raising Prices… Here’s How I’m Fighting Back
  • How to Remodel a Manufactured Home for Security
  • Everyday Carry in Appalachia — My No-Nonsense EDC
  • Best Off-Grid & Emergency Water Filters (2025): What I Use—and What I Don’t

More about me

  • Books I’ve written
  • My Newsletter
  • Get Freedom Files
  • Twitter
  • YouTube
  • Facebook

Search this site

Follow me elsewhere

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Substack
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

© 2008–2025 M.D. Creekmore · As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.