In reality some if not many of the items you set aside for bartering once the SHTF will be used by you, in the days and weeks following a collapse. As the crisis extends bartering will become more prevalent however. This is not to say that tradeoffs cannot happen at any time, … [Read more...] about Bartering Once the SHTF: It Is Not Just About Trading Goods with Others
Preparedness
2014: The Year of The Prepper?
Events That Have Happened and Those Still Unfolding That Show the Need for Preparedness Natural and manmade disasters dominated the news cycle in 2014, everything from Ebola, to droughts in California, to the ice Storm in Atlanta. The Southern Border of the United States also … [Read more...] about 2014: The Year of The Prepper?
How to Store a Years Supply of Toilet Paper on The Cheap
One of the most unsung modern day conveniences will be highly sought after once the stores empty. There will be lots of commotion for something that is used once and flushed down the drain. We are of course talking about toilet paper. This is a very valuable video, following the … [Read more...] about How to Store a Years Supply of Toilet Paper on The Cheap
House Fire Prevention and Escape Tips
Cold weather and loss of electricity or disruptions in heating fuel deliveries means more alternative heating appliances will be used in homes during colder months. The use of alternative heating appliances can increase the risk for fires. The following is informational only. It … [Read more...] about House Fire Prevention and Escape Tips
8 Checks You Should Do Before Firing Your New Gun
Sometimes the excitement of unboxing a new firearm makes us giddy to get the gun to the range to lob a few rounds at a target. We assume, and assuming is something you should never do with a firearm. We assume the gun will be in perfect working order right out of the box. This … [Read more...] about 8 Checks You Should Do Before Firing Your New Gun