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Will outhouses make a comeback in a society down scenario? Let’s face it: when society breaks down, we’re all in deep… well, you know. I […]

Here’s my advice for choosing the best oil lamp for indoor use and emergency preparedness. Some people call it a hurricane lamp, or oil lantern. […]

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What to do when you have too many plums? Plum butter of course! You’ve probably heard of apple or pear butter. But what about PLUM […]

compost carefully in a society down scenario In a world where the systems we rely on have broken down, proper compost waste management becomes more […]

Here’s a little advice for the best size jumper cable size to keep in your car or truck. I’ve included a general-purpose jumper cable gauge […]

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Have you ever caught a whiff of freshly baked sourdough bread and felt your mouth water instantaneously? If not, you’re missing out on one of […]

Night vision goggles (NVG), also known as a night vision device (NVD), binocular night vision device (BNVD), or a night optical/observation device (NOD). How do they work? This optoelectronic device allows […]

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A makeshift shower made from plastic sheeting In the wild world of emergency preparedness, where zombies lurk around every corner (just kidding… maybe), one unsung […]

It’s a common question. “Do smoke detectors expire?” Yes, over time they lose sensitivity. Here’s what you need to know… The smoke detector works in […]

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Neil Cavuto Neil Cavuto, a highly respected financial journalist, once made a thought-provoking statement about personal responsibility: “It’s about food. It’s about your home. It’s […]

The best BaoFeng antenna upgrades for your UV-5R, BF-F8HP, or other Baofeng VHF/UHF handheld (HT) radios with a removable antenna. [ I recently purchased a […]

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The Australian Aboriginal people have a deep connection with their land, having developed survival techniques that would make Bear Grylls green with envy. One of […]

The best gas mask for nuclear fallout is CBRN-rated like those available from MIRA SAFETY. (jump down the page to my researched choice) I do […]

Potatoes ready for freeze-drying I recently learned about Chuño: The Incan Secret to Potato Immortality while doing some research for my reference book, “Neanderthals in […]

Yes, the Berkey water filters are expensive. But why, and are they worth it? I have always been a promoter of Berkey water filters. I […]

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Water Pasteurization Indicator The WAPI Wonder: Your Tiny Water Savior for Camping and Crises Alright, my self-sufficient superstars, gather ’round. We’re talking about the WAPI […]

The Jackery versus an ordinary generator (fossil fuel-powered). Given my experience with alternative energy systems, I would like to point out a big difference between […]