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Cutting firewood is one of the outdoor activities I don't mind doing in the snow or cold.

Snow on the Homestead and More to Come

We've been snowed in for a week, so we amuse ourselves by cutting firewood and baking bread,. Now more snow is expected.
Across the U.S., security has been updated because of the New Orleans new Year's Eve terrorist attack,

Security Increased as Terrorism Fear Builds

Government, military and private organizations have increased security after the New Year's terrorist attack in New Orleans. Should you worry?
The French Quarter, one of the most popular attractions in New Orleans.

How Many Coincidences are Too Many?

After being relatively free from terrorist attacks, two strike the U.S. on the same day and they share many similarities. What does this tell you?
This map shows how much the National Weather Service expects temperatures to vary from normal on Friday, January 10. In a large swatch of the country, expect temperatures 20 to 40 degrees colder than the average for that date.

Snow and an Arctic Blast to Blanket U.S. in Early 2025

Expect temperatures to plummet as a polar vortex brings cold temperatures from the artic circle as far south as Florida. Make your preps now.
5 and 6-gallon pails of rice and beans

Thoughts on 2024 and Prepping Goals for 2025

Whatever 2025 holds in store, more food, more firewood, solar power, and plenty of fresh eggs will make it go easier for us. What are you planning for?
My son-in-law snapper this somewhat blurry image on his cell phone one night last week. Drones over his neighborhood, and they don't live anywhere near New York or New Jersey.

Should we be Worried about Drones over New Jersey?

There are no mystery drones over my rural area, but my daughter's suburban neighborhood has been buzzed. I told her not to worry, and neither should you.
Bumpy Road Ahead Sign

Hang on, it Could be a Bumpy Ride

The governments of Canada, Germany, and France are in the midst of collapsing. What does this mean and why should it matter to preppers?
Will solar power make you money? Is it worth installing solar power? That depends on whether you are talking survival or return on investment.

The Economics of Solar Power – Will it Make you Money?

Is it worth installing solar power? That depends on whether you are talking survival or return on investment. Its a big investment with low return... unless you are a prepper.
Fallout Shelter Sign

Nuclear War is Back in the News and on Preppers’ Minds

In a nuclear war, will our enemies target our ICBM silos, our large cities, our military bases and industrial hubs, or all of the above? And what does it matter to you?
After eluding police for five days, it turns out the New York assassin was lucky rather than clever.

An Assassin in Action

After eluding police for five days, it turns out the New York assassin was lucky rather than clever. He got caught because he failed to plan for what happened afterwards.
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