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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 […]

01/26/2020 / By Arsenio Toledo

7 Reasons to have Manuka honey in your survival stockpile

Manuka honey is a special kind of honey that is only grown in Australia and New Zealand. It comes from the honey made by bees who pollinate from the Leptospermum scoparium, or the manuka bush. Because of its unique nature, manuka honey is more potent than regular honey, and provides more health benefits. These benefits make manuka honey an excellent addition […]

01/25/2020 / By Arsenio Toledo

Here’s why you need to learn how to use a ham radio before SHTF

When SHTF, regular news broadcasts will be shut down and it will be impossible to access the internet. When this happens, you’re going to need a new way to keep yourself updated with recent events. That’s what a ham radio can do for you. (Related: 10 Ugly truths about long-term power outages and how to deal […]

12/24/2019 / By Grace Olson

How to prep your car before SHTF

You may be confident that your bug-out location has complete supplies and the latest tech. But remember: you’ll have to get there first. A lot of preppers tend to forget about their bug-out vehicles (BOV). For some, BOVs are only meant to carry you to your bug-out location, and that’s that. However, a lot of […]

12/09/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Items, skills and reference materials: How to find prepping resources within your community

Savvy preppers know that one must always take advantage of resources in your community. If you know where to look, you won’t have to spend much to learn new skills or acquire gear and supplies at garage sales or the library. (h/t to SurvivalBlog.com) Most of the time, prepper resources within your community won’t be advertised […]

11/18/2019 / By Zoey Sky

10 Essential preps for different survival scenarios

There is no “one size fits all” plan for every possible SHTF scenario, but this doesn’t mean it’s useless to try preparing for it. If you’re a savvy prepper, you should have various preps ready so you can adapt and improvise your plan to suit the most likely disaster you may face. All the items on this list […]

11/04/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Prepping basics: Flood safety tips and how to cache your survival supplies

Every prepper covers both common and uncommon scenarios in their emergency preparedness plans, from natural disasters to life after a nuclear attack. If you live in areas prone to flooding, get your preps ready, so your family can stay safe when the rainy season begins. (h/t to Survivopedia.com) There are different types of floods – from […]

10/24/2019 / By Arsenio Toledo

Back to basics: 10 Tips for surviving a long-term power outage

Electricity is an integral part of modern life. Even a short power outage can cause a massive disruption. What happens then when the blackout lasts longer than anticipated? How would you survive without electricity for several days – or even weeks? (h/t to ThePreppingGuide.com) Living without power for extended periods can be dangerous, especially if you’re unprepared. Your […]

10/16/2019 / By Arsenio Toledo

Displacement planning tips for preppers: Securing supplies, safety guidelines and communications

If you’ve been forced to displace and seek shelter far from your home, you need to get to your destination before your supplies run out all the while ensuring your safety. This is by no means an easy task, but with some proper training and preparation, it can be easier to get through. (h/t to SurvivalBlog.com) […]

10/03/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Preppers must complete this 5-item checklist BEFORE disaster strikes

As a prepper, you need to stay organized, so you can keep track of the preps that must be taken care of before SHTF. Some of these may seem obvious, like setting up a survival stockpile. However, others won’t be as apparent, like maintaining your physical and mental health. (h/t to UrbanSurvivalSite.com) If you want to […]

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