Chart from the New York Times showing COVID-19 case growth

November 9: COVID-19 Cases Spike in U.S., Europe as Vaccine Hopes...

Europe is leading the surge in coronavirus cases, but the U.S. is seeing cases climb as well, as this chart from the New York Times shows.
Nothing heats like wood!

Prepper Diary November 8: The Joy of Wood Heat

As the weather turns cooler, Pete fires up his wood stoves to take the mountain chill out of the evening air.
Propaganda

When The News is Propaganda and What to do About it

Its important to have multiple resources when you are evaluating the news. Don't fall for propaganda.
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Practical Christmas Gifts for the Preppers in your Life

Tired of Christmas presents that just sit on the shelf? Here are some practical, useful gifts for preppers that you can use or hold on to for an emergency.
Are cryptocurrencies right for preppers?

Everything Preppers Need to Know About Cryptocurrency

You read about cryptocurrencies, but what are they and should they be part of your preparedness plans? We look into this question and make specific recommendations.

November 2: Europe Continues to See COVID-19 Cases Surge

Nine countries now are now reporting more than 1 million cases of coronavirus, with the United Kingdom the newest addition to that list.  While...
Covered wagon

Prepper Diary November 1: Bugging Out and on Being Charitable

Our old house is for sale so we're bugging out to the mountains. Moving has encouraged us to downsize and minimize.
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Rapid COVID-19 Growth Results in Scary Numbers on Halloween

As the U.S. approaches 100,000 cases per day and the world closes in on 600,000, it is clear the virus is spreading faster and faster.
Products purchased at Sam's Club

A Sam’s Club Report as Panic Buying Begins Again

With five more days until Election Day and a potential coronavirus-inspired lockdown in the future, we visit Sam’s Club to see what is in stock.
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Unemployment, Homelessness and Economic Uncertainty to Continue into 2021

As government-mandated rent deferrals and mortgage deferrals expire, tens of millions could face eviction early next year.