Category: Lighting / Communications

In today’s modern world, we often take power for granted. But when the lights go out, especially for extended periods, things can quickly spiral into discomfort or even danger if you’re unprepared. Whether it’s due to storms, grid failure, or other unforeseen events, knowing how to manage during a power outage is crucial. The right…

This past weekend, our young cat climbed an enormous tree in our backyard which had a nearly vertical split trunk. She was up at least twenty-five or thirty feet, which meant climbing a ladder to get her was out of the question. Of course, she waited until about dark to perform her stunt, which meant…

As I’ve mentioned elsewhere, I’m still trying to understand communication options for STHF or general preparedness purposes. Apparently, it can get quite complicated and some people, believe it or not, spend their lives knee-deep in the nuances. 🙂 While I still consider myself a newbie when it comes to HAM, GMRS, and so on, I…

For many people, part of the stereotypical American dream involves living in a close-knit community with neighbors you can rely on. It’s important to get to know the people in your community for a variety of reasons. Close communities are great when you need help with something, and when everyone is looking out for each…

I used to not be a fan of solar powered equipment, like solar crank lights or radios, but I’m beginning to change my mind recently, especially when for off-grid or SHTF purposes. I just purchased some similar solar lights for my chicken coop, but I can’t speak to their effectiveness just yet. If interested, these…