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A sudden cold snap has killed the sunflowers and left less forage for the honeybees.

When Mr. Murphy Takes the Harvest

Murphy's Law bit us as one of our fall harvests was killed this spring and we didn't even know it. How do you prep for that?
eggplant and zucchini are still being harvested from our garden.

The Bad News No One Tells You About Prepper Gardens

Discover why backyard gardens won't feed you post-SHTF and what you need to do to maximize your food production.
Storing food is a good starting point for preppers, but it is just the beginning.

Do you Feel a Disturbance in the Force?

People are worried. Should you be? How to protect your family from inflation, recession and economic instability before it is too late.
This is the head of a foxtail millet before it turns dries and turns brown. This grew in our chicken run from a seed from chicken scratch.

I Stumbled Upon a Post-SHTF Chicken Feed

Discover how sprouted chicken scratch lead me to find a potential source of post-SHTF chicken feed from a grain that has feed people for centuries.
Costco had span on sale for $2.37 a can. The black beans were not as good a buy.

Costco Versus Sam’s Club: Which is Best for Preppers?

Costco or Sam's Club for survival supplies? Discover which wholesale club gives preppers the best bang for their buck to build a long-term pantry.
Drinking "wild" water without filtration or other treatment is one of the ways you can get diarrhea after the SHTF,

The SHTF Threat Nobody Talks About: Prepping for Explosive Diarrhea

Diarrhea--explosive or not--can be a deadly after the SHTF. Learn how to prevent, treat, and prep for gastrointestinal illness when the grid goes down.
Baking bread us a useful skill for a prepper or anyone looking to cut food costs.

Baking Bread, Broken Faucets, and Bar Oil

Mastering homesteading skills like baking, and DIY repairs is vital for preppers facing inflation and supply chain issues,
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.
After my trip to Sam's Club, we vacuum sealed our lam chops and salmon for the freezer. Buying in bulk saves money while freezer storage is great for short-term emergencies.

A Tale of Two Road Trips and the Rising Price of...

As food inflation returns, the price of protein rises--driven by beef. What's a prepper to do? See Pete's recommendation.
Pete rented a storage unit to hold excess prepper gear, empty beehives and honey processing equipment. This will free up space in his storeroom and garage.

Are You Prepping for “Next Tuesday” or for Everything?

Stop prepping for "Next Tuesday" and start prepping for everything any day. It will elevate your preps and increase your survival.
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