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Carrying a handgun for self-defense (where lawful) is one of the most basic steps of being a prepared person. The...

This article has first appeared on Smoking Meat Forums. No weighing,no calculator, just a simple recipe that works quite well,...

This post was contributed by Coureton. The Lady of the House has been working extensively on the hides of our first...

Today I’m going to show you how to make a hydrogen generator. Its design is simple, and it could definitely...

When was the last time you had your blood pressure checked? According to the American Heart Association (AHA), around 34%...

One of the biggest obstacles people see when they think about preparedness is cost. They’d like to be prepared to...

Making your own cold frame can be a good addition for anyone with a love of growing plants or for...

In the event that the world as we know it crumbles, the ability to forage for edible flora and fauna...

When your access to medical services is limited--whether because of a temporary natural disaster or a more permanent grid-down situation—relying...

When I first moved onto our current property four years ago, I tilled and planted a large garden to help...

For resolving numerous health issues, using natural remedies is by far better than resorting to OTC medications. This is where...

Natural remedies to common minor health issues are becoming more popular, and most of them are simple enough to make...

I had two used tire rims and I decided to make a stove. They have enough holes for the fire...

Mint is one of the easiest herbs to grow, often taking over patches of the garden if left unchecked. Fresh...

Unless you avoid it for ethical/religious/other reasons, the chances are that you’ve tried and enjoyed pulled pork. Pulled pork inspires...

They say that soldiers march on their stomachs. However, soldiers two hundred years ago didn’t have the means to keep...

For a lot of people these days, keeping groceries in the pantry for their family to eat now can be...

While everyone hopes that they’ll never need to break out a first aid kit, an event will inevitably arise that...

Making your own solar water heater is a great way to save some money on your electricity bill with the...

One of the oldest ways to put meat up for later is through smoking. Smoking meat helps to preserve it...

The idea of rubbing chili peppers onto your skin may seem a little strange, but what if I told you...

Simple, easy to cook meals with minimal preparation and cleanup are ideal in a survival situation. Pasta cooks quickly with...

Turmeric has taken over the spotlight in the last few years as a spice or supplement with super powers. While...

If you’ve never done it before, making bread can seem a bit daunting, prone to disaster at every turn. It’s...

Summer heat seems to be intensifying each year. So many are asking how can we possibly stay cool during the...

If you’re just getting started with your food preps, a home made $20 emergency food bucket is a great way...

The olive leaf has been used for ages for nourishment and medicine. The Bible shares many instances of the olive...

In summer time, one of the main things that keeps people from enjoying their outdoor spaces is mosquitoes. Nothing ruins...

Distilling water at home can be done using primitive tools and without any power devices. First, gather everything that you...

This post was gladly contributed by Practical Primitive. The oil extracted from birch bark can be produced easily and in...