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01/31/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Learn to identify these poisonous plants that look edible but could kill you

Foraging is a crucial skill for any prepper. After all, knowing which plants are edible and which ones are poisonous can literally save your life when SHTF and your supplies run out. Keep your prepping skills updated by learning about the 10 poisonous plants included in the list below. (h/t to PreppersWill.com) Belladonna (Atropa belladonna) Belladonna, […]

01/29/2019 / By Zoey Sky

5 Edibles every urban forager should know

If you’re a prepper who lives in the city, you need to be creative. When SHTF, you won’t have as many choices for resources, unlike if you live near heavily-wooded areas. But just because you live in the city doesn’t mean you can’t forage for edible plants, as long as you know what to look […]

01/18/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Inspiration: See how this couple asserts their food independence

While anyone can become food independent, you need to keep in mind that this requires a lot of hard work. Food independence is a good way to ensure that your diet is free of harmful genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Kelli and John from The Sustainable Couple practice food independence, and they shared some tips to […]

01/18/2019 / By Zoey Sky

How prepping benefits you, both physically and mentally

There’s no denying that prepping can help you weather different disaster scenarios. However, the benefits of the prepping lifestyle go beyond ensuring your survival when SHTF. (h/t to SurvivalSullivan.com.) If your image of a prepper is someone who’s paranoid and a killjoy, erase that thought from your mind. Preppers know that there is more to life […]

01/16/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Five foods to add to your “forever food” prepper pantry

When storing food in your survival stockpile, you need to make sure that each item can be used in various ways, whether for cooking, medicinal, household, or other purposes. Doing this ensures that you can get the most out of your shelf space and available items when SHTF. (h/t to ReadyNutrition.com) What are “forever foods?” Listed […]

01/06/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Why coconut oil should be a part of your survival stockpile

Coconut oil is a staple in any prepper’s pantry. Aside from being a shelf stable product, coconut oil is a nutritious substitute for cooking oil. Additionally, coconut oil has various survival uses. (h/t to TheOrganicPrepper.com.) There are many different types of coconut oil, and two of them include refined or unrefined coconut oil. Refined coconut oil is separated by […]

01/06/2019 / By Zoey Sky

The best prepping habits for outdoor survival

The great outdoors is beautiful, but preppers know that when things take a turn for the worse, wilderness survival can get pretty ugly when you’re unprepared. If you ever get trapped out in the wild, you can improve your chances of survival by practicing these five crucial survival habits. (h/t to PrepperBits.com.) The wilderness can change, […]

01/05/2019 / By Zoey Sky

Why garage sales are the best place to look for good prepping items

Garage sales are often associated with other people’s unwanted belongings or kitschy items. However, a wise prepper knows that garage sales are also one of the best places to get the bulk of your prepping gear and supplies. (h/t to Survivopedia.com.) How to save on prepping items When you’re starting out, prepping can use up most of […]

01/01/2019 / By Zoey Sky

How to build a self-sufficient garden on as little as a quarter of an acre

Modern conveniences like countless grocery stores and food delivery services make it seem like the average American family has no use for home gardening. But when SHTF, you could starve if you don’t have access to fresh produce growing in your own garden. (h/t to SHTFPlan.com) Starting a home garden is one of the first steps […]

12/26/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Debunking common myths about using a shotgun for home defense

When it comes to home defense, shotguns are one of the most popular weapons. However, they’re also one of the most misunderstood. Whether you’re a prepper, a gun enthusiast, or someone who’s simply interested in using a shotgun for home defense, below are some debunked myths and confirmed realities about this versatile weapon. (h/t to OffTheGridNews.com.) […]

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