Category: Disaster Planning
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8 Critical Summer Challenges for Off-Grid Preppers
Living off-grid is a dream for many preppers, but summer brings unique challenges that demand attention. From the threat of cabin fires to composting toilet issues, taking swift action is crucial. Here are eight challenges off-grid preppers face during the summer months. We’ll explore actionable solutions to keep your homestead safe and comfortable. 1. How…
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Bugging-In Safely: How to Deal with Strangers Approaching Your Home
In the prepping community, most preppers talk about the ability to bug out, or evacuate, ASAP. They act like the ability to bug out is key to your survival, as if the alternative (staying put or bugging in) is inherently bad. I disagree. Sure, there are times when evacuation is necessary, even if a natural…
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Living Without Electricity
I’m really beginning to appreciate just how easy modern society makes life. Although I spend a lot of time and resources preparing myself, I really don’t want to live without necessities, like water and electricity, unless I had no other choice. These folks, however, choose to do so. And if you want to know how…
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Happy 4th of July!
I wanted to take a moment to wish you a happy 4th of July (albeit a day early) even though I figure most people are likely taking a long weekend to have some fun, just like I am. I really do hope you’re well and that you’re able to enjoy some time off, especially with…
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Family Emergency Binder
In today’s fast-paced world, emergencies can happen at any time and often without warning. Whether it’s a natural disaster, a sudden illness, or an unforeseen personal crisis, having a plan and being prepared can make all the difference. One of the most effective ways to ensure that you and your family are ready for any…
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How to Shower, Bathe, Drink, Potty, and More Without Running Water
The lady in the video below is right: we Americans just don’t realize how taken for granted water is in our modern society. If I remember correctly, the average American household uses a few hundred gallons of water daily. That may not sound like much, but that adds up to several thousand gallons of water…
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Most Common Disaster Scams and How to Avoid Them
Natural disasters are inherently chaotic. Sadly, while communities rally together to rebuild, there’s a darker element that seeks to exploit the chaos for personal gain: scammers who target the victims. These criminals leverage the vulnerabilities of those affected (and those willing to help), exploiting an emotional time for all. Understanding how these scams operate and…
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What to Do Before, During, and After a Flood
Homesteaders and off-grid folks should be prepared for possible floods. Even if you live in an area where floods are rare, safeguarding the life you spent years building is crucial for your peace and safety. Preparing Before a Flood These are the top to-dos to complete to prepare your land for a flood. Weather reports…
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Pill Organizers for Bug Out Bags
With how organized I like to be, I can’t believe I haven’t done this yet. For what it’s worth, I’ve always just kept my over-the-counter (OTC) meds in small Ziploc bags, labeled with a sharpie. Those small bags were then stashed in a larger, quart-sized Ziploc and placed in each bug out bag. Recently, I…