The Pickled Prepper
Home 2021

Yearly Archives: 2021

Thank you

A Couple Updates from Pete

Greetings and thanks to all my readers, and a special thank you for those who check in frequently. After growing 15 percent per month this...
Imagine a modern city like this in Lebanon without power for days. No elevators, no light, no heart, dying cell phones.

Power Outages; They’re Not just for the Third World Anymore

Power outages used to be something other countries had, or they were caused by a storm. This winter, we may be facing heat and power outages due bad policy decisions.

Breaking News: Prepper Food Company Augason Farms Halts Shipments

A stunning article over at The Organic Prepper reports that Auguson Farms is halting sales for 90 days due to supply chain problems. Auguson...
Stock market charts

The Systematic Destruction of the Economy Continues

When everything the government does seems to make inflation higher and the economy worse, you have to ask yourself: Are they doing it on purpose?
A U.S. F35 stealth fighter.

China Threats Toward Taiwan Hit New Heights

China has Taiwan on its mind and in its sights. it's not a question of if they will invade, but when and how high a price they are willing to pay.

Prepper News Update October 8

Manufacturers Blame Government for Supply Chain Problems Tariffs, lockdowns, and other government policies contributed to and continue to exacerbate the supply chain issues, according to...
Working with young plants in a greenhouse. Image by Ekaterina Ershova from Pixabay.

My Wife has been Bitten by the Prepping Bug

Some preppers complain about unsupportive spouses, but I've never had that problem. Lately, my wife is becoming quite gun ho.
Rabbits in captivity. Image by Ely Penner from Pixabay.

Are Rabbits the Perfect Livestock for Preppers?

Raising rabbits produces meat rapidly and inexpensively. They take up little room and an be raised almost anywhere, making them perfect for preppers.
The electric fence is fixed!

Rebuilding our Electric Fence the Right Way

Fixing my electric fence meant tearing it down, installing larger insulators, and almost starting from scratch. But it was a learning experience.
A fire burning inside our Fisher Stove

How Will You Stay Warm in a Winter Power Failure?

A gasoline shortage means you can't drive, but a natural gas shortage means people might freeze to death. Do you have a back up heat source?