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Goldenrod and Ironweed Signal an Early End to Summer

Early goldenrod and ironweed signal a fast-approaching autumn. It's time to wrap up summer, make the fall harvest, and prep for the coming winter.

A Prepper’s Perspective on the Recent NFA Ruling

The recent Texas NFA ruling means preppers can finally buy suppressors and SBRs without ATF registry or delays. Here’s how to capitalize.

This Country Boy Revisits the Big City

After living in the middle of nowhere for six years, Pete the Pickled Prepper returns to the big city. Can he re-adapt or will he head back home in a hurry.

What the In-N-Out Burger Shooting Teaches Preppers

We can learn from tragedies, including the In-N-Out shooting in Idaho. Its a reminder of why carrying a gun and a trauma kit can save lives.

Prepping Beyond the Basics: Barter, Books, and Backups

If the SHTF and we have to live without utilities, where will you turn for access to information, entertainment, or goods?

Beyond the Basics: Steps Serious Preppers Should Take

Stockpiling food and ammo isn't enough. Discover the essentials beyond food and water you need to survive a long-term collapse.

What the Debasement Trade is Telling Us

Have you heard of the debasement trade? We explain and tell you what it may mean for the economy and preppers.

How to Prepare for Whatever the Economy Does

Will the market go up or crash? Are we headed to the moon or a recession? Here's how to prep for any economic outcome.

Is the Economy as Bad as Many Fear?

What does our economic future hold? Will the U.S. see a recession, a depression, or inflation, and will it lead to a collapse?

Beyond the Basics: Steps Serious Preppers Should Take

Stockpiling food and ammo isn't enough. Discover the essentials beyond food and water you need to survive a long-term collapse.

Lists, Inventories and the Endless Prepping Journey

Where is that? Did we get this? Who has the whatchamacallit? Why being well organized can help you on your prepping journey--or your bugout.

Trading Today’s Money for Tomorrow’s Calories and Energy

When fiat money fails and the collapse comes calling, calories and BTUs will be the new currency and physical labor will be in demand.

Will the U.S. Nuke Iran if they Kill President Trump? Part Three

What would really happen if the U.S. decides to send Iran back to the Dark Ages, and what it would mean in Europe, Asia, and here at home.

Surviving the Use of Nuclear Weapons – Part Two

Our step-by-step plan action plan for reacting to a nuclear crisis in Europe, Learn what we buy, when and where.

What to Do if Nuclear War Breaks Out

What to Do if Nuclear War Breaks Out The world is probably closer to the use of nuclear arms in an aggressive manner today than...

Protecting Yourself from Fallout

What is Fallout Simply put, fallout is radioactive dust created when a nuclear explosion throws dust and dirt (made radioactive by the bomb) miles into...

Nuclear War: Planning and Preparing for the Worst

Nuclear War: Planning and Preparing for the Worst As you can see, coming through a nuclear emergency unscathed is unlikely to be accomplished by simple...

This Country Boy Revisits the Big City

After living in the middle of nowhere for six years, Pete the Pickled Prepper returns to the big city. Can he re-adapt or will he head back home in a hurry.

Stocking Up and Moving Out Before the SHTF

Time is running out to stockpile food and escape the city. Learn why rural living and bulk prepping are your best bets for SHTF survival.

Our Drought is Suddenly Over—For Now

How the weather in your retreat can affect your long-term survival and why first-hand, boots-on-the-ground experience matters.