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The Pandemic Will End When We Want it to End

Is COVID-19 as bad as the media and politicians make it sound, or is this just a form of psychological warfare designed to weaken the country, degrade our freedom and take away our liberty?
High priced ammo

In Prepping, as in Life, Timing is Everything

When you look at prepping as a marathon rather than a sprint, you can time your purchases to take advantage of market lows and save money.
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What’s Best for You: Urban Prepping vs Country Prepping

Urban prepping is not only possible, its where many preppers start out, but should it be the final destination on your prepper journey?
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.
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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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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.
snowy mountain cabin

Get Prepared for a Long, Cold, Lonely Winter

The combination of cold, snowy weather and rising cases of COVID-19 could make for a cold, lonely winter with no holiday visits.
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