By Daisy Luther A common discussion around prepper tables is how and where to store all of your stuff. One method I like to use is making prepping kits that are geared to respond to certain types of emergencies or situations. The best example of…
By Sara Tipton Since getting honeybees, we have had a few fails, but many successes. Through trial and error and research, we have found a great bee candy recipe to help winter over your honeybees. Make this in advance if you have early and long…
By Joanna Miller Anyone who pays attention to what they pay for food knows prices have been increasing. The lockdowns and rules related to Covid have caused massive disruptions in the supply chain. Also, the Biden Administration, like others before it, will do anything that puts…
By Sara Tipton The power could go out at any time, especially during cooler months when winter storms can knock out power lines. If the power does go out, and you realize you have no candles, here are 5 do-it-yourself ways to get some light…
By Natural Blaze Take this quick tour of Jared’s Real Food permaculture market farm located on only 2 1/2 acres. It’s another amazing example of just how much can be produced (and be profitable) with the right systems and techniques that will mimic nature to…
By Jade Small Succulents and cacti are awesome plants and seem to have become more popular as awareness grows of their hardiness, unique shapes, colors and sizes. The word succulent (sucus in Latin) means ‘juice’ or ‘sap’ and is an apt description for these plants….
By Sara Tipton It’s important to keep surfaces clean and disinfected – especially during a pandemic emergency. Because the coronavirus can live on surfaces for up to a few days, keeping up your cleaning regimen is essential to your health and the continued sanitation of…
By Sara Tipton Taking a few extra precautions this flu season may be just what the doctor ordered. Let’s face it, teaching proper handwashing protocols aren’t exactly on our kid’s priority list. That’s why hand sanitizers have become every mom’s dream when it comes to…
By Alanna Ketler The Facts: Many fabric softeners are loaded with toxic chemicals that may cause harm to our health. Reflect On: Have you looked for alternatives to make or to buy? There are plenty out there. Fabric softeners are one of the most unnecessary…
By Tess Pennington During a sudden disaster event, not having access to emergency lighting such as flashlights and candles can make things difficult in the dark. In The Prepper’s Blueprint, we wrote at length how ideal it would be to set up an emergency supply…
By John Vibes IKEA released the instructions for an innovative urban farming design to the public for free. The company partnered with the Danish design lab “Space10,” to create “The Growroom,” which they described as “an artistic exploration of the incredible potential of urban farming.”…
By Sara Tipton Hydroponic gardening refers to the growing of plants without soil, using a water-based nutrient solution. This isn’t exactly a new concept either, with the idea dating back to the 7th century B.C. Hydroponic growing systems allow plant roots to come into direct…
By Mac Slavo Tarps can be essential in a prepper’s survival gear. They are more useful than many realize and a great item to consider stockpiling and adding to your prepper supply. Not only do tarps have several important uses if disaster strikes, but they…
By Sara Tipton Dry onion soup mix is a versatile pantry staple that can be used for soups, dips, casseroles, and even mixed in to add a little oomph to dinners. We like to make our own soup mix because, oftentimes, onion soup that is…
By Mac Slavo Nothing is better than having bacon for breakfast. Or lunch. Or dinner. Except maybe using up the leftover grease! Here are a few SHTF and everyday uses for bacon grease that you may not have thought of! If you’re a prepper, a…
By Mac Slavo If you lose power, knowing how to easily make an oil lamp out of items you may already have could help provide the comfort of some lighting when things go dark. Oil lamps have been around since ancient times, and while they…
By Mayukh Saha Daniela Orozco recalls that homelessness in her hometown of San Fernando had not been so bad earlier. Just a high school freshman then, she remembers seeing only one homeless person on her way to school. Things worsened drastically over the following 4…
By Mac Slavo Now that summer is in full swing, most of us already know that obnoxious feeling of getting bitten by a mosquito. But, making a homemade mosquito trap could help keep you from getting bitten by the pesky and annoying bugs, and it’s…
By Joe Martino In Brief The Facts: A DIY foot reflexology technique that promises to help you have a good night’s sleep. Reflect On: Are you sleeping as well as you want to be sleeping? If not, try out this quick technique to see if…
By Jeffrey Green The chirping coming from inside the cardboard box gave away the surprise. Several weeks ago my youngest son convinced my wife that we needed more animals. Without telling me, the person who does the chores for the critters, four puffy chicks barely…
