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10 Practical tips that will help you survive a long-term disaster without electricity

Society has grown into one that relies heavily on electricity-powered devices, appliances and gadgets. Most people can’t even imagine a world without the convenience that comes with electricity. A lot of electrical outages usually last a few hours or maybe a few days. However, some disasters can lead to power outages that may last weeks, even more. … Continue reading 10 Practical tips that will help you survive a long-term disaster without electricity

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10 Hardy vegetables you can stockpile for at least a year, even without refrigeration

Preppers always look for new ways to store and stockpile food. The refrigerator, for instance, was a game-changer for keeping perishable food fresh. However, if you’re looking for long-term food storage and stockpiling, this appliance leaves much to be desired. Most refrigerators nowadays are large and bulky, taking up a lot of precious space in your … Continue reading 10 Hardy vegetables you can stockpile for at least a year, even without refrigeration

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Prepping on a budget: How to use your food supply to get through unexpected financial emergencies

Grocery stores are convenient suppliers of food, but when you run out of money, they are out of the picture. It is crucial then to stock up on supplies at home for emergencies. In case a disaster or financial shortage strikes, you need to have a system in handling your food supply. (h/t to Thefrugalite.com) Here … Continue reading Prepping on a budget: How to use your food supply to get through unexpected financial emergencies

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The 10 best egg-laying chickens for a prepper’s homestead

Keeping egg-laying chickens offers several benefits. They supply fresh eggs daily, eat insect pests, and make for a steady source of income by selling eggs or meat. For preppers who want – or need – to raise egg-laying poultry in their homestead, these 10 breeds make excellent choices for backyard chickens. (h/t to TheHomesteadingHippy.com) Egg-laying chickens for the … Continue reading The 10 best egg-laying chickens for a prepper’s homestead