Category: Interesting Stuff
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One Reason NOT to Rely on a SHTF Vegetable Garden
Seeing as though the traditional gardening season is coming to an end for most of us, it got me to thinking about the many months until the next gardening season starts, usually in March or April. Yes, yes, I know you can grow root crops and there are such things as cold frames and greenhouses…
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42 Things Preparedness is About + 5 it’s NOT About…
I figured I would have some fun today and mention some of what I feel “preparedness is about” without sounding like a know-it-all. 🙂 The following lists are in no particular order and you’re welcome to add your own thoughts to the comments below. I also figured that I should start with some of the…
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SunJack Solar Charger and CampLight: Perfect Camping and Bug Out Power and Lighting Solution!
I was sent this SunJack Solar Charger not long ago for review along with the SunJack CampLight (sold separately). Since then I had the opportunity to test out the SunJack Solar Charger (and CampLight) a bit since then I can say that I’m quite impressed. Granted, I’ve never owned a portable solar panel like this one so this…
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This Threat from Above Could Stop Your Bug Out Plan Before it Even Gets Started!
I’m still getting used to where we live in the Pacific Northwest… things are just a bit different than where I moved from in the Midwest. There are so many tall trees and the layout of roads and homes is a bit different. This makes developing a healthy bug out plan a problem. While there are…
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Champ Bodyguard Battery: Power Bank, Flashlight, Siren
It seems that small portable power banks are all the rage these days and to an extent they should be. After all, they can be used to recharge one of your most useful assets during an emergency: the cell phone. Now, I know there are people who say you shouldn’t rely on a cell phone and…
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Emergency Weather Radio: Champ Survival Skybox
Once upon a time I had purchased an Eton Emergency Weather Radio and I wasn’t very impressed for the $50 I spent. Sure it had all the bells and whistles but there was something about it that I didn’t like… perhaps the hand crank, I don’t know. Seems I got rid of it –probably gave…
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Champ Survival Sidekick 8-in-1 Multitool: Flashlight, Glass Breaker, Seatbelt Cutter, Device Charging
This Champ Survival Sidekick is marketed as a survival multi-tool, in particular, for your vehicle because of the tools included. According to the Amazon description: “Includes flashlight, glass breaker, seatbelt cutter, distress light, magnetic base, USB connection, hand crank charging and compass included. USB to micro cable. Comes with convenient user guide. Can charge most…
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Blackfire Clamplight Emergency 100-Lumen LED Flashlight
Last week I reviewed the Blackfire Clamplight Waterproof flashlight which I liked an awful lot. If you’re looking for a quality clamping light, that’s the one to get. This week I got to review the Blackfire Clamplight Emergency 100-Lumen LED Flashlight which you might call the “little brother” flashlight. Because I had such a good…
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Did You Know?: There’s a Berkey Water Filter to Fit Your Family’s Needs
Ever since I purchased my first Berkey water filter several months ago I couldn’t be more impressed. I choose the Royal Berkey filter system at the time and it seems to work out well as I only really need to fill it once a day most days. That said, I probably could have opted for a bigger system…