By Sara Tipton When we are faced with dramatic emergency situations, convenience can help keep us calm and eliminate some of the added stress that’s inevitable during a crisis. That’s why convenience is one of the basic rules to creating a solid emergency food pantry. Many…
By Sara Tipton Willow bark is the bark from several varieties of the willow tree. The varieties of willow include white willow or European willow, black willow or pussy willow, crack willow, purple willow, and others. The bark can be used in a similar way…
By Sara Tipton Buying raw land for a homestead is risky. It comes with hardships and rewards, but there are ways to avoid some of the more obvious pitfalls right from the get-go. These are the top mistakes to avoid if you are looking for…
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 Sara Tipton Atop the 150-meter tall Bank of America tower in Hong Kong is a sprawling garden where carrots, rhubarb, and radishes flourish! It is a welcome oasis amongst the steel and glass of the financial district in the heart of the city. One…
By Sara Tipton In an attempt to circumvent rising food costs and the possibility of cracks in the food supply chain, grocery stores are beginning to stockpile certain foods. If grocery stores are stockpiling food, shouldn’t we also? Stockpiling by food retailers is driving some…
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 Sara Tipton Dry canning is the storage of dry foods such as rice or beans in canning jars. This process is popular for long-term food storage in your prepper pantry. If you are new to canning, dry canning is a great way to start…
By Sara Tipton Hardtack is a staple in most prepper pantries. The good news is that it is still an excellent option for preparedness, and there’s a newer more modern version that may be a better choice for you and your family. Generally speaking, hardtack…
By Sara Tipton Liquid Castile soap is one of the most versatile products out there! Although there are obviously more uses for castile soap than those listed, these ten are reason enough to stock up! My favorite liquid castile soap is the Dr. Bonner’s brand….
By Sara Tipton One thing most of us rely on is our washing machine and dryer. During emergencies where the power grid is affected, it is important to know how to know basic off-grid strategies to manage your everyday home duties. This was highlighted in…
By Sara Tipton Even though things slow down on the homestead during winter, there is still work that needs to be done! Having some winter chores prepped will keep you ahead of the game so you can stay inside more. Below are some winter chores…
By Sara Tipton Beans are great to stock up on for a future SHTF event. Most soups are creamy thanks to the addition of dairy, but that’s not exactly the best food to store for the long haul, so instead, try this dairy-free bean soup!…
By Sara Tipton Winter is fast approaching, and there’s already snow on the ground in many places. It’s time to make those last-minute winter preps to make sure you are ready for a cold-weather emergency. Has anyone wondered why bread and milk disappear when a…
By Sara Tipton Did you know that drinking more water during winter is crucial to your survival? This fact is especially important when you are spending more time outdoors. Hydration is imperative to achieve proper gut functions, healthy skin and hair, and lubricated joints. With…
By Sara Tipton Since we are all experiencing a shortage of canning jars, we should all brush up on our dehydration skills, just in case all those tips to find jars still turns up nothing. Dehydrating is one of the most economic ways of storing…
By Sara Tipton Sometimes it feels like 2020 is out to get all of us. Especially those of us who can and store our own food. Canning jars are impossible to come by and if you do find some, the prices are outrageous. Here’s why,…
By Sara Tipton Many people are getting a gut instinct to stockpile and prepare, but many have lost jobs and suffered other economic blows as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. We can prepare on a budget and grab some inexpensive items for our stockpile…
By Sara Tipton It’s that time of year where we’re either elated at the abundance of tomatoes we have grown, or a little sad at the loss of so many due to an early frost. I am, unfortunately, in the latter category. Our greenhouse was…
By Sara Tipton As winter approaches, finishing touches should be made to our winter preps. Many of these food types were covered extensively in The Prepper’s Cookbook, but it’s important to have the basics on hand and ready. To help make sure we have what we…
