The Pickled PrepperNews. Views and Advice

Don't let your backup communications fail! Maintain your Starlink antenna and use Standby Mode for reliable emergency comms.

After carrying a Glock since the 1990s, Pete upgrades to a double-stack mini-1911 with a better trigger and an optic.

Think a gallon a day is enough? Think again. Learn why your water preps need to scale and how to source water when the taps run dry.

When the temperature hits 2°F, even off-grid systems fail. That's why we were glad to have backups for our backups.

As the U.S. targets Iran’s oil and nuclear sites, the "Quiet War" with China is heating up. Are you prepped for what comes next?

After the storm passes, power surges, windchill dangers, and cold weather CCW show that there is more to survival than the event itself.

Pete live blogs the 2026 winter storm, giving multiple updates per day, Hold down the Alt key and hit the refresh button to clear the cache and load the latest update.

Silver has topped $100 as the global order shifts. Here’s what record metal prices mean for your self-sufficiency.

Widespread power outages are headed our way and all we can do is prep. We're seeing some panic buying as people get ready

When the grid fails and the roads freeze, self-reliance isn't a hobby—it's a necessity. Here is our plan for the winter coming blast.

From "hardening" our body to managing LiFePO4 battery limits, how we adapt our homestead for the polar vortexes.

Verizon’s outage was a warning. As a polar vortex nears, learn why you need manual backups in case the grid goes down.

Silver smashes $90 per ounce as the "debasement trade" accelerates and precious metals climb to new heights.

Stop obsessing over "doom and gloom." Learn how to prioritize local threats and build a resilient stockpile for any disaster.

Learn to spot the warning signs of societal collapse, from bank runs to comms blackouts, using the 2026 Iranian crisis as a blueprint.

Is a 15oz can of chili enough for survival? Discover the math of stretching rations and the hard truths of sharing food after SHTF.

Beekeeping in January, upgrading the Ruger 10/22, and vacuum-sealing ammo. How unusual weather is shifting this winter's homesteading priorities.

New York’s new leadership mirrors the path of Venezuela's collapse. Learn the survival lessons of living in a socialist regime.

Trump’s peace deal is 90% there, but the last 10% means war. Are you ready for the Gray War and other consequences?

The homestead faces a winter reality check as December leaves just like it came in: with a blast of snow and bitter cold.

War, the economy and illness. My 2026 predictions have it all, plus my personal plan for food storage, security, and incremental prepping steps.

Silver rocketed to another record close this week, gaining $12 or $19 percent. Check out what junk silver is now worth.

AI wants to write this blog, but Pete refuses to let it! Plus, tricks and tips he has learned that can help you get the most from AI.

U.S. forces seize tankers near Venezuela as the Trump administration orders a 'total blockade.' Is it piracy or an act of war? Find out what it means for your preps.

Silver rockets to a record $67.10/oz as the "Debasement Trade" accelerates. Pete explains why and what this mean for preppers.

Pete tries to vacuum seal a handgun for long-term storage and considers other products that could benefit from the process.

The December 13 shooting at Brown University and the Hanukkah attack in Australia show why gun-free zones are dangerous and you need to be armed.

A polar vortex, snow, ice, and short winter days mean slippery roads and fewer eggs on the homestead as temperatures reach the single digits.

Is your emergency food supply stuck on Spam and spaghetti? Discover ten often overlooked foods that will add critical nutrients and flavors to your food storage. Your family will thank you.

Does it seem like there are more wars than usual going on right now? Pete recaps the threats of old, new and future wars.