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
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.
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.
Our Top 5 Posts for Being Prepared
jsmith
September 3, 2020
It’s National Preparedness Month…are you prepared? Check out our top five posts about being prepared for emergencies to start planning!
The Benefits of a Prepared Lifestyle
Patrice Lewis
April 27, 2020
A prepared lifestyle makes it easier to weather a power outage of 3-5 days. Patrice shares how one particular outage strengthened her community ties.
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