There are a lot of things that can impact your access to food, but one of the scariest and most viable disasters doesn’t come from a volcano or earthquake or even a terrorist. The most possible disaster that could impact your food is an economic collapse. Without the economy to support and regulate business and …
What Every First-Time Homeowner Should Know How to Do
For many people, homeownership is a rite of passage. It is a way to grow one’s net worth as well as serving as a sign of success. However, homeownership comes with its own problems. Consequently, there are some things that every first-time homeowner should know how to do. These tricks will not only save you …
Emergency Alert System Vulnerabilities Could Allow Terrorists To Manipulate A Disaster
The United States Emergency Alert Systems (EAS) is as vulnerable to cyber hackers as the power grid itself. A security review of the EAS revealed that terrorists could hack into the system and send false orders to first responders during and emergency and send inaccurate information to Americans who have suddenly found themselves in the …
Two is One and One is None: The Art of Redundancy
When you hear the word “redundant,” you rarely think of anything good. Normally, this word is saved for things that waste your time and cause you to do the same thing twice. While this is true in some cases, redundancy in the world of survival isn’t only recommended, it’s required. Take for example Teddy Roosevelt. …
The Pros and Cons of Homeschooling
Each parent faces the choice of how to educate their children, and one of the options available is that of homeschooling. Homeschooling is especially popular among preppers who value independence and self-reliance. While homeschooling offers a number of benefits it also has some disadvantages. Parents who are considering whether or not homeschooling is appropriate for …
RFID Implanted Chips In Pets and People: The Risk To Privacy
Have you considered having your pet implanted with an RFID chip? If you listen to the marketing hype of SAFRAN Morpho, and other manufacturers, there is nothing but benefits through implanting an RFID chip into pets and people. The typical ‘benefit’ exampled by vendors is where your pet becomes lost and is subsequently identified and …
Superweeds And Self-Pollinating Peach Tree Threats To The Food Supply?
Superweeds spawned by genetically modified practices by industrial farms, small family farms, and backyard growers, continue to threaten our food supply safety and security. Both organic growers and those concerned about food security will be dismayed to learn that stronger chemical herbicides are being introduced to combat the hard-to-kill gigantic weeds which have been plaguing …
Tips For Reading Animal Tracks and Signs
Learning how to read animal tracks and signs is one heck of a survival skill, as it’s extremely helpful in preventing death via bear or other large predator. If planning a camping or hiking excursion or are simply interested in learning more about this topic, check out the following tips to get you started: Animal Prints …
5 Reasons Why a Flashlight Needs to be in Your EDC
The contents of your Every Day Carry, or EDC are something that’s very specific to your personal needs and ability to carry items. If you carry a backpack around everywhere then your EDC can be significantly larger than someone just working with his or her pockets, making this a truly unique setup for every …
Get Your Spring Cleaning Done
As the temperatures outside warm up, it’s time to start thinking about spring cleaning. Spring cleaning is that annual ritual where you emerge from your hibernation to tidy up around the house. But where is the best place to get started? Here are some ideas for each area of your home: The Kitchen – When …