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11/06/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Debunking some of the most common water survival myths

Water is one of the most important items you will need for survival, but it is often the first thing that everyone runs out of. Drinking water in the wilderness may also be challenging because people continue to follow dangerous water survival myths — and this article aims to debunk them. (h/t to PreppersWill.com) Water […]

11/05/2018 / By Zoey Sky

A survivalist’s guide to water: How to source it in the wild, how much you need, and how to prevent dehydration

Preppers know that hydration is crucial to your survival, especially when you’re outdoors. In a worst-case scenario, you can die from dehydration. On average, you can survive without water for about three to five days, depending on the environment you’re in, but there are reports of people who have died after only several hours of […]

11/05/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

The healthy prepper: A guide to keeping fruits fresh without canning

Eating fruits and vegetables is one of the most important ways to keep yourself healthy and surviving, but not when they are canned. The process of canning kills the nutrition and eliminates the real freshness of the food. Storing your produce or keeping them fresh for longer without compromising their nutritional content, so here are […]

08/28/2018 / By RJ Jhonson

The pros and cons of different preservation methods

Food preservation is one of the most important life skills, particularly if you live off the grid, are preparing for SHTF situations, or simply do not want to depend too much on grocery stores for your meals. There are different ways to do it and, needless to say, understanding the pros and cons of each […]

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 […]

02/24/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Stockpiling perishables: How to store fresh fruits and vegetables for the long term

It’ll be a shame if you have to throw out all those tasty berries, healthy fruits, and nutritious vegetables because they’re no longer fresh. That’s why a PreppersWill article covered the basics on preserving these organic produce. First off, remember that certain vegetables can be cured to extend their lifespans. Garlic, onions, potatoes, sweet potatoes, […]

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