When the U.S. decide to hit Iran again, it will come as a surprise.

We’re Still at War, but the Economy Doesn’t Care

U.S. consumers were happily complacent while the Iranian war raged. Will what comes next result in economic shock?
Most of the country is in some stage of drought as a super El Niño readies to influence our weather

Drought, the Super El Niño, and Other Weather Threats

A forecast that is too hot and too dry threatens to exacerbate day-to-day problems and make the summer of 2026 a difficult one.
The U.S. Navy is now going to blockade the Strait of Hormuz.

Hormuz Blockade Signals the Closure of our Brief Window

As the Strait of Hormuz is throttled, the window for self-sufficiency narrows. I’m stocking up on Gold Dots and bacon.
Flammable aper products, including toilet paper and facial tissue, made this warehouse fire impossible to extinguish once it started.

I Hope You are Stocked Up on TP and Kleenex

A 1 million square foot warehouse that held toilet paper and Kleenex facial tissue was consumed in a six-alarm fire earlier this week in California.
B-52s were reportedly on their way to Iran and had to be called back on the ceasefire became official.

B-52s and Bank Accounts: Navigating the Iran Ceasefire

Trump’s ultimatum to Iran has secured a 14-day reprieve. Use this window to shore up your preps and build resilience.
It's important to remember that the pendulum always swing back when it reaches it's extreme point.

Is the Pendulum Swinging Back?

Society, the economy, and politics always swing back. Learn how preppers can adapt to cycles and embrace disruption.
From bees to butter flies, all the pollinators like the flox, one of our early bloomers.

Glory Bee, Spring is Here

Despite the calendar claiming it arrived two weeks ago, spring is finally here, and the bees and butterflies are thrilled.
An F-35 Lighting II stealth jet refuels in mid air.

Why Preppers Should Ignore the Geopolitical Noise

War in Iran and a looming global recession threaten supply chains. Why preppers should ignore political noise and focus on self-reliance.
Time to stockpile gasoline as oil prices will rise.

Is it Time to Reduce Your Fuel Footprint?

We're lucky to have more gas and oil than most country's, but the war in Iran is still driving up prices. Here's what you can do.
These old mercury dimes have about $5.32 worth of silver in each one.

From Bullion to Bullets: The 2026 Prepper Price Squeeze

Silver crashes while ammo prices rise, creating prepper squeeze. What is the common denominator for this price action?