Knowledge is power, so in this article, I more thoroughly develop my reasoning about why a nationwide grid-down SHTF EMP scenario is just fun fiction. Plus, we'll cover what you need to know to understand the basics of EMP and links to a comprehensive article with pictures about how to make a faraday cage ..read more

Volunteering can be a valuable addition to your prepping plan. It helps you develop crucial skills, build a network of like-minded individuals, and improve your overall preparedness for emergencies. You'll also learn how to work effectively under pressure, develop your problem-solving skills, and gain experience in a variety of situations that can prepare you for unexpected events ..read more

Moving is one of the most stressful things you can do, and moving with a full food storage and all of the emergency preparations that go with it can be super stressful. It's heavy, often fairly awkward (lots of glass jars in my case), and well, there's just so much of it. But what if you were using a method of organizing food storage that has it ready to transport with minimal effort ..read more

Power's out! All you have to eat is cold food. For hours. For days. How soon will you get tired of that? How soon will the kids? If you haven't planned for alternative ways you can cook off-grid without power, now is the time to start thinking about it. By having various options for cooking, you can ensure that they always have a reliable way to prepare their meals, regardless of the weather or any other unforeseen circumstances. The morale boost of a hot meal cannot be overestimated ..read more

As difficult as it is to have allergies, knowing what they are, how to treat them, and what to do in an emergency, has given me more control over my health and preparedness plans ..read more

When the power goes out, the much easier strategy is to plan on staying in a single room, with access to a bathroom, not to keep the entire house cool or warm. The kids will probably just feel like they are having a camping adventure inside! Here's how to make it work ..read more

A difficult future is going to be made easier if family bonds are tight and the love is strong. There's nothing quite like traditions and holidays to establish and reinforce those bonds, and tight times shouldn't mean the end of these celebrations. Survival Moms are creative enough to overcome anything ..read more

While you may not ever plan on doing winter camping, it's still worth thinking about so you can be prepared if you had to ..read more

Observing the people living around you can be an effective way to assess their capacity for handling emergencies. By paying attention to their behaviors, communication styles, and general preparedness, you can better understand how they might respond in a crisis ..read more

Will your pet survive if you evacuate? Learn how to prepare a pet evacuation kit to properly protect and care for your pets in emergencies ..read more