Category: Self Reliance

A Happy intersection

My usual contributions to this blog consist of pithy little bits of practical advice that you hopefully will never need to worry about, so allow me to deviate from that formula for just one go around and get all warm and fuzzy on you. It’s not that my commitment to emergency preparation has lessened, but …

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Organic Farming-An overview

A lot of folks, when they hear the word “Organic Farming”, think of an unwashed young person in hemp clothing hoeing a row of Swiss Chard by hand on a commune before heading off to a tasty lunch of an alfalfa grass smoothie.  Well, there is nothing wrong with Swiss chard, alfalfa grass, or for …

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4 Steps to Get Out of Debt Fast

Depending on the amount of debt you have, it can take several months to several years to get out of debt. But, there are several things you can to do help speed up the process so let’s get to it! Track Every Penny You Spend Before making a budget, you should first track your spending …

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How To Make Salves, Tinctures, And Poultices From Medicinal Trees

First aid and medicine will be in short supply when you can’t call a doctor. Growing your own medicine is not difficult and doing so could ultimately save your life. The salves, poultices, wound washes, and tinctures which can be made from trees also have a long-shelf life and can be stored for future emergency …

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Raising Bunny Rabbits: Tips

People raise rabbits for a number of reasons, including for fur, show and food. Less expensive than raising chickens, raising bunnies can turn into a profitable business or side business. If interested in this idea, check out a few tips for raising bun-buns the right way: Getting Started Before doing anything else, ensure it’s legal to …

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Focus on These 10 Areas to Start Learning Bushcraft Skills

Bushcraft is the name we give a collection of skills that all involve thriving in the wilderness.  From knowing how to build a fire in various conditions to finding food by hunting and foraging, to carving and building necessary items from wood and other natural materials; bushcraft is all about surviving long term without the …

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WHEN WILL AMERICAN FARMERS, RANCHERS AND MINERS BE LISTED ON THE EPA ENDANGERED SPECIES LIST?

The recent news about the EPA’s new definition of ‘tributary’ had me doing some research into EPA related news, recent studies and actions that have been undertaken by the EPA and the current administration, including some of the people in the House and the Senate. http://farmfutures.com/blogs-water-police-part-three-epas-definition-tributary-8387 http://www.bna.com/epa-corps-propose-n17179879956/ The EPA and many other government officials and …

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5 Reasons Olive Oil is a Prepper’s Best Friend

Most people think olive oil isn’t good for prepping because it goes bad too quickly, but what you might not know is that olive oil will last for at least 1-2 years if it’s left unopened and stored in a cool dark place. That means that as long as you cycle through your stock regularly …

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Upcoming Survival/Preparedness Community Events

Are you new to prepping and survival? Perhaps you grew up on a farm and you think you know all there is to know about self-reliance and sustainability? Think again! Throughout the country, preparedness is taking a front seat and prepper events are being hosted to help you learn the basics or sharpen your skills. …

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Survival Courses: Education That Can Save Your Life

Are you new to survival and the outdoors? Perhaps a seasoned explorer and survivalist? Somewhere in between? Whatever your skill level is, you can benefit from taking survival classes. Available in most parts of the country as well as online, through private schools, outdoor sport retailers, and government agencies, paid and free, there are many …

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