Bug-out locations are a popular topic for discussion in prepping circles, and the most desirable locations for a safe-haven according to most is a wilderness environment. Escape the city or urban environment and other people is the advice, because therein lies the biggest threat … [Read more...] about Preppers Bugging Out To the Wilderness May Kill You
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Prepper Groups Revisited: Things to Consider
This article is not advocating for or against joining or starting a Prepper group. The decision is entirely up to you and your family. There is safety in numbers in some cases, and humans during a crisis naturally seek out other humans, so gathering in small groups is a … [Read more...] about Prepper Groups Revisited: Things to Consider
4 Things You Don’t Want to Overlook When the SHTF
Do Not Overlook These Four Things during a Survival Situation or Disaster 1.) Swimming Pools The National Swimming Pool Foundation estimates there are 10 million swimming pools in the United States today. Approximately six million are in-ground pools while four million are … [Read more...] about 4 Things You Don’t Want to Overlook When the SHTF
Root Cellars: The Basics
Depending on where you live in the world, you can expect a nearly constant temperature of between 50 and 60ᵒ F (10-16ᵒ C) at between 4 and 15 feet below ground level. Below 20 feet, the temperature is equal to the mean annual air temperature at that latitude. Did you get all … [Read more...] about Root Cellars: The Basics
Solar Water Heating Basics
The amount of energy wasted to heat water is staggering, for most, hot water heaters idle away heating water that will only be used a few times a day. Think about it, in a 24 hour period you take a show, wash dishes, maybe wash your hands here and there, but otherwise a tank full … [Read more...] about Solar Water Heating Basics