We live about as far north as you can go and still be in the continental U.S. It is about 60 miles to the Canadian border by road and 35 miles or so as the crow flies. Winter is the dominant season here! If it’s winter we’re coping with it and if it’s warm outside we’re thinking about the next winter.
What’s The Best Pocket Knife for Every Day Carry?
Swiss Army Knives are arguably one of the most underrated and overlooked knives there is. They are great for everyday carry (EDC), camping, and wilderness survival but which is the best pocket knife for 2019. One of the most important pieces of advice you can follow when putting together your everyday carry, or EDC is […]
Can You Use Diesel Fuel In a Kerosene Heater?
It is well-known that diesel engines are capable of using other fuels besides diesel. This includes kerosene (with added lubrication). But how well does diesel work in items designed for kerosene? Theoretically, they should be almost interchangeable.
What Does Don’t Tread on Me Mean? (It’s Shocking!)
What Does Don’t Tread on Me Mean Today? Of the many slogans that have been socially adopted by some as a banner, and others as the new evil to kill, the line, “Don’t tread on me” is easily among the top ten over the past few years. To find out what the Don’t Tread on Me Flags Meaning today we need first take a look at where it came from, and why.
Is It Safe to Use a Propane Stove indoors?
by Jacki Is it Safe to Use a Propane Stove indoors? Yes, it is safe to use a propane stove indoors… if the proper steps and safety precautions are taken. However, it can prove to be hazardous if you don’t stick to the correct methods of doing so. In fact, propane is deemed to be […]
Safe Indoor Emergency Cooking Solutions
by Robert H If you live or camp off the grid or plan to then you’ll need to figure out and plan how you’re going to cook off the grid. There are several ways and fuel choices and I’ll talk about those below. If you have any other suggestions or ideas then please leave those in […]
What Will Your Local Police Do After The SHTF?
This is a question that all preppers should ask themselves and should prepare for. What will your local police do after a long-term SHTF grid-down situation? What will you do when they come for your supplies and gear? Click Here To Subscribe To My YouTube Channel
Never Worry About Blood Pressure Again (How To Lower it Naturally)
In this video, I talk about how to treat “HIGH” blood pressure naturally at home and without prescription medications… Send me a birthday gift Ubiquinol CoQ10 Fish Oil Hawthorn Click Here To Subscribe To My YouTube Channel
What Happens to Nuclear Power Plants After Global Disaster?
by Dr. Arthur T. Bradley According to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, there are sixty-one active commercial nuclear plants spread across the United States. A question on the minds of many is what would happen to those plants if the nation experienced a widespread, long-lasting power outage? Let me start by saying that there is a […]
Ways to Save Money on a Tight Budget
by Jim M With the cost of everything going up and the future uncertain, stretching your resources and re-purposing items becomes more of a necessity. I am always looking for new ways to get the “max for the minimum.” Some recent posts here reminded me of some of these things. My grandparents and parents were […]
How To Raise Baby Chickens: How To Get Hens To Adopt Mail Order or Feed Store Chicks
by Christine M If you have ever raised day-old chicks from the feed store or by mail order you know that it is a hassle. You have to monitor them all the time, check the temperature of the brooder and in general be their mommy until they are old enough to go in with the […]
Book Review: The Prepper’s Guide to Surviving The End of the World as We Know It – review by Joel Skousen
The latest book offered by M. D. Creekmore is called The Prepper’s Guide to Surviving The End of the World as We Know. This useful guide quickly and easily covers the full range of essentials in stockpiling and equipment from water, food, and tools to medicine, communications, and weapons. It’s a 176-page book that is […]