There are a lot of lessons to be learned from World War II (WWII), especially for preppers who want to know how to store food supplies before SHTF. During WWII, people had to survive on war rations, which made it hard to feed a large family, especially if you were on a budget. In America, the government started rationing certain … Continue reading 13 Useful food storage lessons from World War II
Things people need to have before hyperinflation hits
Inflation is already happening in the United States. Although hyperinflation has not hit the country yet, it is much better to be prepared for it. People need to store things that they need while they are still affordable. Here are some items you need to stockpile before hyperinflation hits. (Related: Prepare for inflation-induced shortages by stocking up on these essentials.) Canned foods Stock … Continue reading Things people need to have before hyperinflation hits
Emergency preparedness: How to make your own activated charcoal
Activated charcoal can be used for water filtration and gas masks or for treating poison. In an SHTF scenario, it would be ideal to have it on hand all the time. While making your own activated charcoal takes time, it can be done at a fraction of the cost in stores. A pound of activated charcoal would … Continue reading Emergency preparedness: How to make your own activated charcoal
Survival tips: Dealing with depression after SHTF
Depression is not a joke. It can affect a person’s way of thinking, behaving and feeling. Although the condition is primarily blamed on the lack of certain chemicals or neurotransmitters in the brain, it is actually very complex and can be caused by stressful life events, medications, health problems and family history. A person who … Continue reading Survival tips: Dealing with depression after SHTF
Prepper sanitation: How to make DIY disinfecting wipes
Despite the fearmongering of mainstream media and the government, sensible citizens know that the best way to prevent Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) is to practice social distancing and maintain proper hygiene. Make it a habit to wash your hands thoroughly with running water and soap. If you’re cleaning at home, use disinfecting wipes to clean surfaces and … Continue reading Prepper sanitation: How to make DIY disinfecting wipes
Roughing it: Survival tips for female preppers
Preppers come in all shapes and sizes, but women face some unique challenges when SHTF. (h/t to PreppersWill.com) Read on for tips that will benefit all outdoorswomen, such as how to deal with your period or how to take a bath when camping or bugging out. Bathing outdoors You can maintain proper hygiene while camping by devising a portable bathing … Continue reading Roughing it: Survival tips for female preppers
Prepping 101: How long will bottled water last in your stockpile?
Clean drinking water is an important part of any survival stockpile. But does bottled water have an expiration date like other food items? If you’re a beginner prepper and are still building a stockpile of your own, you can get started by buying an extra case of bottled water or two. In time, you will have … Continue reading Prepping 101: How long will bottled water last in your stockpile?
Thanks to covid, prepping has gone mainstream
The toilet paper wars of early 2020 were a serious wake-up call to millions of people who have now decided to adopt a new “prepping” and survival lifestyle. Bulk buying, which used to typically cater to larger families, is now the norm for many people post-plandemic, especially as food prices soar due to rapid and unrelenting inflation. It is … Continue reading Thanks to covid, prepping has gone mainstream
Prepare for inflation-induced shortages by stocking up on these essentials
America is about to enter a period of hyperinflation. During this time, the amount of essential goods people will be able to purchase using their hard-earned dollars will rapidly decrease. Before the prices spiral too far out of control, people need to start thinking about the supplies they need to buy before their budgets can … Continue reading Prepare for inflation-induced shortages by stocking up on these essentials
5 Food storage lessons from World War II
Prepping isn’t an easy endeavor but modern preppers have it easier compared to those who experienced World War II (WWII). Back in the early 1940s, people had to survive on war rations, which would have made feeding a large family difficult, especially if you were on a limited budget. But despite these difficult times, people endured … Continue reading 5 Food storage lessons from World War II
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