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06/11/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Emergency food prep: 9 Pioneer foods that you’ll need in your survival stockpile
Pioneer foods make excellent survival meals because they are easy to prepare. Additionally, they have a long shelf life and can provide high amounts of energy. When SHTF, these long-lasting, energy-dense foods will matter the most because they can keep you from feeling hungry and weak at a time when you need to stay on survivalist mode. Listed […]
06/10/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Portable wind turbine fits in your backpack’s side pocket, charges your electronic devices off-grid
A Canadian startup has developed a small-scale, portable wind turbine that can be brought anywhere and be used to charge electronic devices off the grid. Called the Shine Turbine Wind Charger, the 40-watt turbine works the same way as the massive wind turbines that dot the countryside. The difference comes down to the size and weight. According to Halifax-based company Aurea Technologies, […]
05/31/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Prepper projects: DIY olive oil lamp
In the event of a power outage, an olive oil lamp is one of the best alternative sources of light for home use. For starters, olive oil burns without spreading toxic hydrocarbons into the air. It’s also inexpensive, widely available and perfect for home gardening. Plus, olive oil is much safer than kerosene oil. It […]
05/28/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
4 Wild medicinal plants to harvest for profit
North America is rich in wild medicinal plants that you can harvest for profit. These herbs are used in Native American Medicine to treat a variety of ailments, from lung infections to fever. Since they grow in the wild, harvesting them won’t cost you anything. (h/t PreppersWill.com) How to harvest wild herbs You need to pick […]
05/26/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Food supply 101: How to grow edible mushrooms in your basement
Growing edible mushrooms at home gives you the advantage of having a mushroom supply all year round. Ranging in taste from sweet to nutty, mushrooms are versatile ingredients that bring a delicious umami flavor to dishes. They are usually added to soups, pasta, salads and other savory dishes or dried as a snack. Though they are technically […]
05/17/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Survival medicine: 10 Medicinal uses of coconut oil
Coconut oil is a versatile survival item with a lot of medicinal uses. It’s an amazing natural remedy for a variety of ailments, such as burns, cold sores and sore throat. Here are some of the many ways you can use coconut oil medicinally: (h/t to FoodStorageMom.com) Moisturize skin As a sealant, coconut oil helps trap water in […]
05/10/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Prepping 101: Emergency water storage for beginners
Storing an emergency water supply prepares you for scenarios in which access to water is restricted. In order to be prepared, you need to keep an adequate supply not only for your family’s drinking needs but also for sanitation, cooking, cleaning and the like. This will require food-grade water containers, as well as a backup plan, should […]
05/06/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Emergency medicine: 9 Healing herbs to grow at home before SHTF
Healing herbs are every prepper’s go-to medicines when SHTF. These natural medicines have been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments, such as wounds, fever and constipation. On top of that, many medicinal herbs are quite easy to grow and require very little maintenance. Watering them every now and then and ensuring that they receive enough […]
04/29/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Bug out survival planning: How to prep a “gray man” EDC bag
An everyday carry (EDC) is an essential survival kit that all preppers will need for emergency situations. Sometimes conflated with a “get home” bag,” an EDC bag contains the items that are necessary to handle minor inconveniences, including problems you might encounter during the first several hours after SHTF. It’s different from a bug-out bag (BOB), which is usually stored at a fixed location […]
04/23/2021
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By Virgilio Marin
Personal safety and survival: Securing your home before a power outage
Having enough food and being warm usually take center stage when prepping for power outages. But it is equally important to be prepared for break-ins especially as a weeklong power outage will likely drive non-preppers to desperate measures. With no light and no electricity to power your security systems, your home is particularly vulnerable to invasion during […]
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