SKILLS

Without the right skillset (and some practice), the safety of your loved ones can be compromised – because WHAT you know is one of your most valuable assets in an emergency situation. Read our blog posts to hone and practice your survival skills, so that you have them when you need them.

Build a Fire in the Rain

How to Start a Fire in the Rain [VIDEO]

Knowing how to start a fire in the rain is an essential skill that everyone should have… This is particularly important if you live in an area that has a long wet season. That’s because long periods of wet weather make it exponentially more difficult to find materials that aren’t completely soaked. There are many […]

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Canning food for survival

Canning Food for Survival Preparation 101

Canning season is here, so if you haven’t started canning food for survival preparation already then it’s time to get started! Home canning is one of the safest and most economical ways to preserve some of your favorite foods for long periods of time IF it’s done correctly. And if you’re a prepper or homesteader […]

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Common heat related illnesses

How to Treat 3 Common Heat Related Illnesses

You probably don’t associate the heat with getting ill, but heat related illnesses are a lot more common than you may realize. In fact, depending on where you live, the chances of you suffering from one of the common heat related illnesses is a very real possibility during normal periods of hot weather. And if […]

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Crops to Plant in August

Crops To Plant In August That Will Feed You All Winter

If you’re wondering what crops to plant in August then you’ve come to the right place! The summer garden season is coming to a close and many of the fresh vegetables and fruits we’ve enjoyed this year will soon be gone.  But fear not because  planting season isn’t over!  There are still many cool-season crops […]

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