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Homesteading

Summer Chores Begin as the Rain Ends

Summer homesteading is about more than harvesting and preserving food; it's about getting ready for the coming winter.
Prepping

The War with Iran Restarts—and No One Cares

While Americans are distracted by their phones, the war with Iran is entering a destructive new phase. It's time to turn off the screen, check your preps, and stay vigilant.

Phase Two of our 2026 Honey Harvest Will Be our Largest Yet

Beekeeping
The honey is rolling into the homestead! As we prepare for our largest harvest yet, we take our new extractor for a spin.

Prepper Recommendations for July 2026

Prepping
Check out Pete's recommendations for what you should do this month to increase your preparedness and self-reliance.

No HVAC–It’s Like a Grid-Down Training Scenario

Homesteading
A lack of air conditioning tests us and resiliency. We consider a mini-split, plus an update on our new chickens and the queen bees.

Predictions of America’s Decline are Premature

Politics
Throughout its history, the U.S. has overcome setbacks and challenges but continues to move forward. It remains a good place to live, work, and invest.

Inflation Report

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?

How to Survive the 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.

Prepping for Nuclear War

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.
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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.
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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.