Medical supplies to stock up on Everyone should have a basic first aid kit at the ready. Do you know what Medical supplies to stock up on? First aid is a vital skill to know in any disaster scenario. Depending on the scenario, knowing first aid may simply not be enough to get by. Some emergencies may also warrant stocking up on enough first aid supplies to get through the disaster as… Read more
The importance of light part one: Light sources and purposes
Light. We take it for granted in America but did you know that over 1.1 billion people live without electricity? That is a quarter of the earth's population that can not function or complete tasks that we here take for granted in darkness. Think about that for a moment. Surely you have woke up in the middle of the night off to the bathroom only to step on a misplaced toy or… Read more
When the water is all gone: Secondary water sources
Water Sources All of the top end water filtration equipment in the world means absolutely nothing without dependable water sources. Our basic water storage objective is to have at least 2 weeks reserve of potable & non-potable water to aid your family through most disaster scenarios. As you have learned it may be difficult to store hundreds of gallons of water and could easily find yourself in a pickle needing more water… Read more
Using sunlight to purify drinking water SODIS
SODIS When all else fails look to the sun. Sunlight may be used to decontaminate water via solar water disinfection (SODIS) by using the sun's ultraviolet emissions to kill waterborne microorganisms and is currently practiced in many third world countries. The SODIS method consist of 4 steps. 1. Clean your bottles properly with soap and water. 2. Perform basic filtering to clarify water as needed. 3. Pour water in the bottles and… Read more
The ultimate guide to water contamination and purification
Note: This article covers not only the types of contaminates you may face but also several purification methods. Treating your water The same bleach used to clean your containers can also be used to treat your water and secure its shelf life. You should only have to do this if your water comes from an untreated source such as a well or water from a rural township. Most cities pre-treat their water… Read more
A preppers guide to Storing water if SHTF
Storing your water There is no magic number for shelf life. There are many deciding factors for water shelf life including the type of storage container, lighting, temperature and even purity of the source. With these deciding factors in consideration water can be stored for many years or compromised only after a couple of months. Follow the water storage guidelines listed. Before reading this article on storing water it wouldn’t hurt you… Read more
Prepping with Guard Dogs & Attack Dogs – Top 10 K9 choices
The Ultimate Guide to Guard Dogs for Home Security and Family Protection Guard dogs have been trusted companions and protectors for centuries. While many people think only large breeds like the German Shepherd or Rottweiler can provide real security, the truth is that almost any dog—when properly trained—can serve as an effective first line of defense for your home and loved ones. In today’s world, where security concerns are rising, the right… Read more
What you should know about Ebola (Prepping for Ebola)
Can Ebola be a pandemic here in America? Sure. And I think a pandemic is really something to worry about. But when it comes to Ebola out breaking in America... I do not see it ending society or even the world as we know it. Isolation and good hygiene lock Ebola away and kill the spread of infection. Between good hygiene and avoidance there isn't too much to worry about. Don't get… Read more