News & Articles By Michelle Simmons
10/23/2018 / By Michelle Simmons
Wilderness survival: Plants that you can eat (and those you shouldn’t)
If you find yourself stuck in the wild, you have to survive and make use of what you have. One of the essential survival skills that you would need is knowing which plants are edible and which ones could kill you. As a starter, here are 10 common wild plants that you can eat. (h/t […]
10/23/2018 / By Michelle Simmons
Be prepared year-round: Your season-by-season guide to planting and prepping
Soon, we will be welcoming a new year. Adjusting to changing seasons all year round can be difficult if you lack preparation. If you want to be more motivated and prepared for the upcoming year, read these preparedness tips for winter, spring, summer, and fall. (h/t to MyPatriotSupply.com) Winter – Don’t let the cold weather freeze […]
10/19/2018 / By Michelle Simmons
How to make your garlic supply last longer
Garlic is one of the most popular superfoods out there. Here are some tips on how to properly store garlic to make it last longer. (h/t to GoodHousekeeping.com.) Store it at room temperature Garlic lasts the longest when stored at 60-65 F and in moderate humidity. With this temperature, your garlic supply can even last throughout the […]
09/16/2018 / By Michelle Simmons
Another herb for the survivalist prepper: Amazonian mint can be used to treat cutaneous infections and promote wound healing
The Amazonian mint (Ocimum micranthum) is another herb that a survivalist prepper should take note of. Research has shown that this herbal plant could be used to treat cutaneous infections and speed up wound healing. In the study, which was published in the journal BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine, the antimicrobial and antiproliferative activities of […]
09/02/2018 / By Michelle Simmons
How to preserve food without canning
Canning is one of the most popular methods for preserving food. However, canning extra food may not always be possible, which is why you need some alternatives. Here are three alternative methods of food preservation: (h/t: Survivopedia.com) Fermenting Fermentation is a traditional way of preserving food, like fresh produce and dairy, all around the world. […]
08/29/2018 / By Michelle Simmons
Prepping for a pandemic: 20 must-have items
Are you prepared for when a pandemic occurs? In order to survive one, you must have every essential thing at home. Before a pandemic occurs, prepare these 20 essential items in order that may help you and your family survive through it. (h/t to ModernSurvivalBlog.com) Water – It is a must to have a stock of […]
08/14/2018 / By Michelle Simmons
Gear tips: Prolonging the life of your dry bag
Dry bags are waterproof bags used to keep the contents inside dry and safe. They are essential when you go out in the water. In order to keep them at their optimum shape and prolong their life, follow these tips recommended by dry bag experts. (h/t to GearInstitute.com.) Handle with care – Although dry bags […]
08/02/2018 / By Michelle Simmons
Fundamentals of air purification: Planning ahead could save your life
Air quality is compromised in times of crisis or calamities, such as fires, nuclear attacks, and gas or chemical attacks. Here are 10 things you need to remember on air purification. (h/t to SurvivorPedia.com) Determine what needs to be filtered – Before buying air purifying systems, consider how much dust and large-sized particulates are in the air. […]
07/03/2018 / By Michelle Simmons
Do you know how to preserve food without electricity? Here are 3 basic methods that work
Learning how to preserve food is an essential skill to have when SHTF. Here are some ways to preserve food – even without the use of electricity. (h/t to JustPlainMarie.ca.) Preserve food by curing. Curing is a process that uses both salt and sugar to draw out excess water. The food is then tightly packed into a […]
06/12/2018 / By Michelle Simmons
7 Reasons why preppers love activated charcoal
Did you know that there’s a type of charcoal that’s favored by preppers for its survival utility? (h/t to Survivopedia.com.) Also referred to as activated carbon, activated charcoal is generally charcoal that has been processed further in order to remove some of the material to make it more porous. At the same time, it is […]
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