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Saturday Night Hurricane Update

So far, Hurricane Isaias has taken it easy on us. It's too early to celebrate as Sunday promises more rain and high winds with rain continuing well into Monday.

Two Years After Helene: An Honest Assessment

Two years after Hurricane Helene, here is an unvarnished look at what worked, what failed, and the brutal reality of our mountain survival preps.

Russia Drags World Closer to a SHTF Moment

Russia’s grid strikes, jet drones, and nuclear saber-rattling bring us closer to SHTF. Here’s what it means for your pantry and perimeter.

When Mr. Murphy Takes the Harvest

Murphy's Law bit us as one of our fall harvests was killed this spring and we didn't even know it. How do you prep for that?

Are PDWs Right for Preppers?

Feel outgunned with a pistol but can't conceal a rifle? A PDW might be a good addition to your prepper armory

A Note from Pete

An update from Pete regarding his recent absence and lack of posts.

Do you Feel a Disturbance in the Force?

People are worried. Should you be? How to protect your family from inflation, recession and economic instability before it is too late.

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.

Homestead Update and Survival Thoughts

Despite solar power deficits and excessively warm weather, the escalating geopolitical friction proves why self-reliant rural living beats blue city decay.

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.

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...

Homestead Update and Survival Thoughts

Despite solar power deficits and excessively warm weather, the escalating geopolitical friction proves why self-reliant rural living beats blue city decay.

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.