Lessons from the Great Depression
The Great Depression was a bad time for the country. It changed the face of America. We can learn some lessons from it to better prepare ourselves for the future.
My New Carry Gun
Pete takes the plunge and goes with a 9mm and a pistol-mounted optic, proving that old preppers can learn new tricks.
Don’t Overlook this when Stocking your Prepper Pantry
It's one of the favorite foods in Pete's Prepper Pantry barbecue it is flavorful, can be served with rice or cornbread, and has important nutrients.
Beyond Water – Survival Beverages for Bugging Out
Preppers concentrate so much on water, but sometimes there is value in going beyond water or even enhancing it.
How to Minimize Illness After the SHTF
Today, strep throat or a minor infection are easily dealt with. That won't be the case after a SHTF incident when there are no doctors or hospitals.
The Art of Saying “No” to the Unprepared
After the SHTF, preppers should expect to be approached by the unprepared who want to mooch off them. Here's how to say "no!"
Can you Survive the First Year?
How well are you prepped? Pete discusses three things you must be prepared to survive for a country-wide or global calamity.
Ukraine War Grows Fiercer, More Likely to Spread
The Ukrainian War seems to have started small and grown over time. This latest counteroffensive by Ukraine may be the ultimate battle, or war could spread.
Avoiding Basic Mistakes when Starting a Small Business
When a small business fails, it can be a SHTF moment for the owner and employees. But there are things you can do to lessen the damage.
How to Survive When the Grid Fails for Good
We outline five steps you should take when the grid goes down and tell you how to tell how serious a sudden power outage may be,
