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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.
This is a cluster of three intertwined fallen trees that were knocked down by Hurricane Helene

Eight Down, a Few Hundred to Go

Hundreds of fallen trees litter our land, making parts of the mountain impassible. We got some help removing some of the trees that blocked our access road.
the mushroom cloud from a nuclear explosion. Image by Gerd Altmann from Pixabay .

Prepper Basics: How to Survive A Nuclear Attack or EMP

A quick recap of what to do to protect yourself in the seconds after an nuclear attack. Plus, Ttps on dealing with an EMP strike or other grid-down scenario.
Christmas presents

Make it a Prepper Christmas

Pete makes suggests for prepping-related gifts this year, from stocking-stuffers to mid-priced and more expensive gifts.
This is the three day forecast map from the National Weather Service. The wet weather in the Northeast may be welcomed because that part of the country has been suffering from drought conditions.

We Ready the Homestead as Winter Storm Brews

We are expecting a minor snow storm with high winds, so we did some prepping on the homestead to prep the property and ensure we stay warm and dry.
Our new generator arrived this weekend.

Installing our New Generator

My prepper friend Karl visits from the city and brings a truck full of goodies, both the kind that hum and the kind that go bang.
While rural areas are safer than most urban areas, there are criminals who prey on empty or isolated country homes. A good security system can help deter them.

Upgrading and Repairing our Security Devices

While rural areas are safer than most urban areas, there are criminals who prey on empty or isolated country homes. A good security system can help deter them.
War between Iran and Israel could accelerate if Iran unleashes more rockets and missiles.

Middle East Heats up as Iran Threatens Reprisals

Iran appears to be planning a larger attack on Israel, one it says "will surpass all expectations." Will this be much ado about nothing or lead to a worst-case scenario?
The DOT took a quick and dirty approach to repairing our ford -- just fill it in with rocks. At least we are able to get across it.

Big Improvements on the Homestead

Thanks to friends and helpful volunteers, we made huge strides cleaning up the homestead and getting a little closer to "normal" post Helene,