Preparedness

Rebuilding Grandma’s Wood Cookstove

doug smith January 15, 2016

The “good ole” days don’t have to be just memories … you can make your own today with your own wood-burning cookstove.

20 Home Security and Crime Prevention Secrets for Preppers

admin January 13, 2016

By practicing crime prevention now, and making home security a part of daily life, you can be one step closer to preserving your homestead when a crisis comes.

How To Make Your Own Window Quilts

SherryEllesson January 6, 2016

I decided to do what I always do when I want something I either can’t afford or aren’t willing to part with the cash for: make it myself.

4 Resolutions We Can All Make Happen

Sarah Nussbaum December 30, 2015

Happy (almost) New Year! January 1st traditionally equals gut-check time. So let’s all delve in together, shall we?

A New Year’s Checklist for the Rural Homestead

doug smith December 28, 2015

A new year means new maintenance and projects for any homeowner. Get inspired to create your own 2017 home checklist! Here’s a start.

Survival Basics: Prepping for an Unexpected Power Outage

admin December 7, 2015

Get back to survival basics with these wise suggestions and ideas for prepping for an unexpected power outage.

Get Water From Your Well – Without Electricity

Galen Lehman October 16, 2015

Power outages can leave those with country wells “high and dry.” Fortunately, we have two solutions to help you get water from your well, without using electricity!

Remember Y2K? Here’s What We Learned – And What You Can Learn.

Sarah Nussbaum September 16, 2015

This is a lifestyle of being prepared and being self-sufficient. It’s an American value – that pioneering spirit that made America great. That’s what we need more of.

5 Skills Your Grandparents Had – And You Should, Too

Sarah Nussbaum September 11, 2015

Some will save you money, some are eco-friendly, some are healthier for you, and almost all wll come in very handy during an emergency or power outage. Here are a few simple ways to start doing something with your own two hands, today.

Must-Haves for Getting Your Heat Stove Ready

Glynis DeYong September 4, 2015

When Glynis first went off-grid, she had never used a wood stove. Now, after several years of learning the ropes, she shares her “must-haves” for wood stove owners.