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06/03/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Why you should begin homesteading today
While there are differences between homesteading and prepping, both lifestyles emphasize self-sufficiency. Homesteaders and preppers alike often live off-grid, maintain a food stockpile, plan ahead to conserve resources, and do everything in their power to be self-reliant. But is homesteading for you? Before you start homesteading, take note that this is no easy task. But […]
06/02/2018
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By Zoey Sky
3 Unique survival uses of pine tree resin
Aside from being a good source of sturdy timber and wood pulp, aromatic pine trees also produce resin. When you’re out in the wild, you can use pine tree resin for various survival scenarios. (h/t to ReadyNutrition.com.) Resin is a naturally occurring substance that protects trees from fungi and disease. Resin, which is also called “sap,” has antimicrobial properties. […]
06/02/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Another prepping guide: How you can make bread in a can
Bread is a favorite when it comes to food staples, and it’s a versatile carbohydrate that can be used to make filling sandwiches. It’s also a handy food item to have because preppers know that even bread can be baked in a can. With the right ingredients and a simple coffee can or some smaller cans, […]
06/01/2018
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By Zoey Sky
A beginner prepper’s guide to composting
Homesteaders often use compost (or decomposed organic matter) so that the various plants in their gardens can flourish. If you’re interested in starting your own homestead or if you just want to ensure that your backyard garden stays green all year long, make your own compost. Composts are considered natural soil cultivators that can make […]
05/31/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Beyond wood and bark: Survival materials from trees also include sap, resin, and pitch
Aside from providing us with yummy syrup for our pancakes, did you know that sap, along with resin and pitch, has survival uses? (h/t SurvivalSullivan.com.) When possible, try to gather naturally occurring resin. This means sourcing material from a tree that is already secreting sap instead of intentionally taking sap from an undamaged tree. Take note that […]
05/31/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Know the difference between short-term and long-term food supply to keep your food from spoiling
Preppers know that food storage is crucial to self-reliance. With a food supply, you don’t have to run to the grocery store when SHTF. Researchers posit that the average American visits the grocery store at least 1.5 times per week. If you have your own food supply, you can keep your family fed for at least several […]
05/30/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Community gardens: Why urban preppers are building these gardening plots
If you live in the city but you want to start prepping, don’t despair. You can start a kitchen garden in your own home, or you can join other preppers and cultivate a community garden. Community gardens have once again risen in popularity, and this is probably because most city-dwellers live in apartments or skyscrapers, […]
05/30/2018
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By Zoey Sky
The 6 types of survival bags every prepper should be aware of
Preppers often talk about bug-out bags, or BOBs, but did you know that there are six different kinds of survival bags for various SHTF scenarios? (h/t ThePrepperJournal.com.) When preparing these survival bags, remember that they’re mostly used for personal emergencies and they’re designed to effectively signal for help. Since you’re going to focus on signaling […]
05/29/2018
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By Zoey Sky
Fruits and vegetables to store in your root cellar
Before we had access to convenient food storage through refrigerators, people stored produce in root cellars. Root cellars allowed pioneers to have access to fresh produce throughout the whole year. Modern preppers know how valuable root cellars are, especially if your garden produces more fruits and vegetables than you can refrigerate or preserve. (h/t SurvivalSullivan.com) Apples (Ideal temperature: […]
05/27/2018
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By Zoey Sky
How to make a DIY bomb shelter
If you want to become a prepper, you need to get complacency out of your system. While the thought of setting up a bomb shelter is overwhelming, with research and careful planning, you can build one yourself. Don’t let fictional portrayals of preppers fool you. A real-life prepper is not a paranoid shut-in but someone who […]
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