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03/20/2020 / By Zoey Sky

No TP? No problem: How to make DIY toilet paper

As the U.S. struggles to contain the coronavirus, shoppers throughout the country seem hell-bent on one thing: Buying toilet paper. Supermarkets and grocery stores are fast running out of TP, so it may be a good idea to start making your own. (h/t to SHTFPreparedness.com) How to make DIY toilet paper If you know how […]

03/18/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Preppers weren’t overreacting: Americans were taken by SURPRISE because they didn’t take coronavirus seriously

Prepping is an unusual and work-intensive way of life, but many people who consider themselves preppers don’t regret their choices one bit. After all, prepping teaches you the value of self-sustainability and emergency preparedness. Now that the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak has been classified as a pandemic, preppers can rely on their stockpiles and many preps. […]

03/18/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Camping 101: Starting a fire using WET wood

Firestarting is an essential survival skill for any prepper since you need fire to cook, boil water for drinking and sanitation, and as a source of heat. Before disaster strikes, it’s best to stock up on firewood and firestarting tools. But what happens if SHTF and all you’re left with is wet wood? Knowing how […]

03/06/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Why you should prepare immediately rather than “when SHTF”

Being unprepared can get you in big trouble (or worse) when SHTF. Preppers know this, which is why they set up their preps ahead of time, not after receiving warnings about a disaster that’s about to hit their area. (h/t to TheModernSurvivalist.com) Don’t get used to waiting for an official announcement that a disaster will strike […]

03/04/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Should preppers take wilderness survival classes?

When SHTF, a prepper’s best tool is their mind. And with all sorts of things that could go wrong at any moment, from natural disasters and political upheavals to long-term power outages, now is the perfect time to sign up for wilderness survival classes. (h/t to PreppersSurvive.com) If you’re still trying to decide if they’re […]

03/03/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Homesteading 101: 8 Ways to preserve medicinal herbs

When summer comes around, home gardeners know that it’s once again time to stock up on preserved herbs. (h/t to PracticalSelfReliance.com) It is best to use fresh herbs when cooking or preparing herbal remedies, but a lot of herbs are just as useful when preserved. Not sure where to start? Harvest herbs before they start to bloom, […]

02/27/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Tips for female preppers: How to care for a baby when SHTF

Prepping can be an overwhelming task. Your to-do list can also become more complicated if there’s a baby in the family. Here are some preps that you need to set up if you are expecting or have recently given birth. (h/t to ReadyNutrition.com) Breastfeeding Breastfeeding is one of the most important things you should do for […]

02/21/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Don’t lose your cool: Preps that will help you beat the heat if you lose power

A prepper worth their salt is always ready for most emergencies. For instance, if a power outage occurs on a hot day, would you know how to stay cool? If the answer is “no,” here are natural ways to beat the heat during a power outage. (h/t to BeansBulletsBandagesAndYou.com) How to cool down during a power […]

02/20/2020 / By Zoey Sky

Considerations for different water storage options and purification methods

Stockpiling water can ensure your survival when disaster strikes, but before you start building your water supply, you should consider the pros and cons of different storage and purification methods. (h/t to FoodStorageMoms.com) Water storage basics The containers you choose for your water stockpile will vary depending on your budget, the number of people you’re […]

02/18/2020 / By Zoey Sky

What is bowfishing and how does it help you survive in the wilderness?

Preppers are practical individuals. They understand the importance of mastering survival skills like bowfishing, a more adventurous form of regular fishing. (h/t to PreppersWill.com) Bowfishing combines the skills that you need for hunting and fishing. Learning the basics of bowfishing and practicing also ensures that you can find food when on a tight budget or after SHTF. […]

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