Starting a Campfire in a Pinch
Philip
October 7, 2022
Starting a campfire in a pinch? With a little preparation now, you’ll have the supplies you need to make a fire for emergency warmth or cooking.
Preparedness
Creating a Shelf-Stable Food Supply
Patrice Lewis
September 16, 2022
Learn how to create a shelf-stable food supply. No electricity needed, it’s perfect for emergencies and power outages. Get started here.
How to Manage a Power Outage
jsmith
September 7, 2022
Learn how to manage a power outage from homesteader Patrice Lewis. Whether the power outage is short-term or long-term, it’s always best to have a plan.
National Preparedness Month is Here
Glenda Lehman Ervin
September 2, 2022
Be prepared, not scared. September is National Preparedness Month, a time for you to review your preparedness plan. Read on to learn more.
Family Preparedness 101
Kathy Harrison
January 21, 2022
Think of your home in terms of systems: heat, lights, water, sanitation, food and food prep, communication, entertainment and transportation. The order in which you address each system will depend on your family’s specific situation.
How To Light Your Home Without Electricity
Kendra P
September 28, 2021
For some, the thought of upcoming wintertime power outages comes with a sense of dread or even panic. Be ready for those outages AND cut electricity costs.
Pandemic Preparedness with Kathy Harrison
Kathy Harrison
September 7, 2021
Learn how to prepare your family for emergencies from preparedness expert and author Kathy Harrison. Read on to find tips and advice.
Emergency Planning: Preparedness Month is Here
jsmith
September 1, 2021
September is National Preparedness Month. Now is the time to do your emergency planning. Get started with this simple advice.
Building Community as a Preparedness Strategy
Patrice Lewis
August 23, 2021
Preparedness has been likened to a three-legged stool. One leg is supplies; the second leg is skills and knowledge; and the third leg is community.
Top 11 Reasons to PREPARE
Karen Johnson
September 25, 2020
Prepare your home for the unexpected.
Oil lamps, wood stoves and hand-cranked tools have been our mainstay for more than 60 years.
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