Tag: Prepping
August 10 Report: Widespread Looting in Chicago
In an orchestrated attack on downtown Chicago, a caravan of cars poured into the city and looted stores on Miracle Mile and other neighborhoods.
August 8 Diary and Update: Firewood Follies
This weekend, we focused on how to obtain firewood at our new prepper property. We need the wood to heat the house and keep our electric bill low.
Prepper Diary August 6: Good News
My daughter texted me a picture of her boyfriend’s new Ford F150, and I was thinking, “Wow, about time he got a real vehicle.” ...
August 3: Our First Step Towards Moving
We kicked off our move by renting a U-Haul and loading it with food and ammo. Dragging it up, over and around the mountains was a chore.
Precious Metals for Preppers
We answer the questions: Do gold and silver have a role in your preparedness planning? If so, what types should you buy and when?
Prepper Diary July 26: We Close on our Prepper Property
After two years of searching, we finally spend our first night in our new property. There's work to be done, like eradicating the mice that call it home.
The Top 10 Things to Buy Before the Election
There are many predictions of difficult times ahead. Here's our list of the top 10 things you may want to buy before the election.
Prepper Diary July 13: Our Property Search Draws to a Close
We've opted to move halfway up a mountain and far from the city. Mountain life lies ahead for us as we take the next step towards our prepper property purchase.
Prepper Diary July 8: A Retreat Visit
Our daughter visited the family retreat or bug out location without us for the first time. It was a learning experience for all involved.
Prepping Diary July 5: Packing our Ammo
As we prepare for our move, we need to properly store and transport our guns, ammo, powder, primers, and other "hazardous" materials that movers won't take.