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07/07/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
14 Ways to preserve blackberries for long-term storage
Blackberries have one of the shortest peak seasons of all fruits in the United States, where harvests usually run from July to August. Blackberries also don’t ripen after they’ve been picked, so they have to be picked when they’re exactly ripe. This means you have a very short window for enjoying sweet and juicy blackberries. Luckily, there are several […]
07/06/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
This fascinating off-grid lamp is powered by photosynthesis
Dutch designer Ermi van Oers has created an off-grid lamp that uses a living plant to produce light. The device, dubbed “Living Light,” uses microorganisms of plant origin to convert the chemical energy that a plant naturally produces during photosynthesis into an electric current. The lamp is fully self-sufficient, meaning it doesn’t have to be plugged […]
07/03/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
Prepping 101: How to store water for emergency preparedness
The human body needs water to function properly, and a person may only survive for a few days without water. Clean water is also important for sanitation and hygiene. This is why having an emergency supply of clean, safe water is essential when SHTF. But there’s more to water storage than filling drums and buckets with […]
06/30/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
10 Tips to help you stay clean during a disaster
Contaminated bathing water and lack of functional toilet facilities can create a hazardous environment, leading to illness and, in severe cases, death. But clean water and sanitation supplies can be hard to find during a disaster when toilets, showers and sinks may not function and emergency assistance may not be available. To help you stay clean and healthy […]
06/29/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
8 Bugout scenarios to prepare for
Having a bugout plan is a cornerstone of prepping. But this doesn’t just entail preparing a bugout bag (BOB) in case SHTF. It also entails knowing what actual events might necessitate bugging out. Such events, known as bugout situations, are dangerous scenarios that require you to leave as soon as possible, often due to unexpected danger to your life. There […]
06/28/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
6 Best containers for growing vegetables
Terracotta pots, footed tubs and hanging baskets overflowing with fragrant flowers add appeal to a garden. But container gardening also serves a practical purpose. It’s ideal for those with little or no garden space. In addition to growing flowers, gardeners limited to balconies, patios or windowsills can also produce a variety of vegetable crops in containers. Herbs like […]
06/26/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
23 Foods you should never store in the fridge
Refrigerators have been making foods last longer since the 1830s. But not everything stays fresh in the fridge. In fact, some foods taste better and last longer when stored at room temperature. Plus, it helps to know that there are many foods that don’t need to be refrigerated to last for a long time in case disaster strikes or SHTF. Listed […]
06/25/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
Prepping 101: How to create and store a survival kit
Being prepared means being equipped with the right supplies you may need when SHTF. Keep your supplies in a portable kit you can access on the fly or take with you in case you need to evacuate. In this article, you’ll learn how to put together your own survival kit and how to properly store […]
06/24/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
Storing salt: 3 Good reasons to stock up on salt
Salt is easily one of the most important ingredients preppers should have in their pantries. For starters, salt is a key ingredient in the daily diet of humans. It supports healthy muscle and nerve function and regulates the fluids in the human body. Plus, salt enhances the flavor of virtually any food and preserves food, too. […]
06/23/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
10 Must-have camping tools that can teach your kids survival skills
Part of prepping is making sure everyone in your family knows how to survive when SHTF, including children. Setting up your children for success in life means teaching them basic, age-appropriate survival skills. Although babies and toddlers are not going to be much help in an emergency, you can start training your little prepper as early as […]
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