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Bombs, Blasts, and Survivors: The Importance of Resilience

History proves humanity survives the worst. Community, resilience, and teamwork may be the keys to surviving a major disaster.

The Zombie Rooster and the Homestead Slaughter

There comes a time when chickens have outlived their usefulness and aren't earning their keep, so we culled our spent hens this weekend.

Moscow Burns as Drone Arms Race Brings New Danger

Small drones are changing the face of warfare. Here is what preppers must learn from this asymmetric threat.

The Honey Harvest is In the Jar

The first part of the honey harvest is in and being bottled, but there will be one or two more this year as honey remains on the hives.

The Iran Peace Deal: Don’t Let Your Guard Down

Take advantage of the Iran peace deal and the lower price of fuel to replenish any preps you used. There are other threats we must prep for.

How to Keep your Real Life and your Prepper Life Siloed – Part 3

This is the conclusion of the series that started last week. For perspective, you should read the first and second parts before you read...

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?

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.

Are You Prepping for “Next Tuesday” or for Everything?

Stop prepping for "Next Tuesday" and start prepping for everything any day. It will elevate your preps and increase your survival.

A Response to “The Day Civilization Runs Out of Bread”

Don't let defeatist propaganda trick you into giving up. Learn why nuclear winter isn't the end, but a challenge to be met with preparation.

U.S. Hits Three Iranian Nuclear Sites

American B2 bombers, escorted by U.S. F22 stealth fighter aircraft, have bombed three key Iranian nuclear sites: Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan.

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...

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.

Reasons to Not Delay Buying Your Prepper Property

If you plan to buy a retreat or more to a prepper property, Pete gives you several good reasons to get moving.

What are You Prepping For?

What are you prepping for? There's a long list of natural and man-made disasters and a longer list of preps.