Learning how to can your own food is one sweet survival skill. Whether you want to preserve food in preparation for any upcoming zombie apocalypses or are simply interested in learning more about this important skill, use the following beginner tips to get you started. Equipment & Sterilization Necessary equipment includes jars (duh), lids and …
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Cooking Like a Boy Scout
The Boy Scouts of America are a pretty great group to be a part of. They teach young boys the basics of survival. When taken seriously, this training gives boys skills they can bring into their adult lives for not only emergencies, but for everyday use, too. Cooking is something that must be done even …
Backyard Chickens – How To ‘Grow’ Your Own Feed While Increasing Flock Health
Raising chickens is a long-standing homesteading tradition that a multitude of preppers have capitalized on to help ensure their survival. Chickens do not take up much space and provide both an excellent source of protein via their meat and eggs. Backyard chickens are now often kept by folks living in suburban areas thanks to state …
Top 26 Vinegar Survival Uses
Distilled white vinegar and apple cider vinegar are dual-use and inexpensive products, making them a perfect item for preppers to stockpile. The plethora of ways vinegar can be used now in our daily lives and after the SHTF will not only save money, but also provide a non-toxic alternative to many cleaning chores. Vinegar has …
(Surviving) a Gluten Free Meal
I grew up in the country. We raised cattle, had a few pigs, and the dairy farm was right around the corner. My mother didn’t hesitate to bake break every day, fill our plates with bacon in the morning or give us whole milk to drink. So when my brother brought home (and later married) …
Food Preservation Tips That Will Protect Your Survival Garden And Meat Supply
Survival food is always near the top of any prepper “must have” list. Growing and raising your own food as well as watching for great deals on long-term storage food are common and potentially life-saving preparedness activities. Learning how to preserve your garden crops and livestock offerings will help stretch your prepping budget dollars and …
Egg Shortage Created By Bird Flu Outbreak: Is Our Food Supply In Danger?
Got eggs? Unless you are a prepper, the answer to that could very well be “no” in the near future. The bird flu outbreak in the Midwest has caused an egg shortage, and steep prices are expected soon nationwide. The H5N2 bird flu virus and mutated strains of the virus have now been confirmed on …
Tips for First-Time Gardeners
Have you ever thought about starting your own garden? Gardening is a rewarding activity. Many people find joy in growing their own food and discover that the time outside in their gardens is therapeutic. Moreover, gardening can save you some money if you are on a tight budget for food. Keep in mind, however, that …