Resources and Commentary on Prepping in Suburbia
After a year or so of the site being down, we’re slowly relaunching it with all the old content, and writing new content. It’s been well over a year since I’ve done any prepping, and recently started again. Updates over the last 18 months are, Ms. Prepper is now Mrs. Prepper, and there’s the addition of Baby Prepper, too… I feel like it’s all new again, and I’m learning from scratch…
I Just Finished “Bug Out: The Complete Plan for Escaping a Catastrophic Disaster Before It’s Too Late”
I recently finished Scott B. Williams, “Bug Out: The Complete Plan for Escaping a Catastrophic Disaster Before It’s Too Late.” First, I would like to say that I have a ton of respect for Scott. I follow his blog at scottbwilliams.com and bugoutsurvival.com. Scott…
DIY — Alternative Method of Baking / Cooking — The Cardboard Box Oven
I am always looking for alternative methods of cooking if the grid goes down, the gas stops flowing to my stove, or the SHTF in general. I came across this cardboard box oven post and thought I would share it. Here is the post:…
Using the Right Water Bottle?
Here is my ignorance showing. I thought most water bottles I purchased in the camp or outdoor stores were safe for water consumption. I guess not. According to Green-Trust.org and Test Freaks that not all water bottles are made the same. In fact, I know that…
ModernSurvivalBlog.com talks about “Survival Retreat Land Size and Considerations”
A couple weeks ago, well maybe a month ago I talked about my thoughts on criteria for a Bug Out Location. This morning I came across a great post by ModernSurvivalBlog.com on Survival Retreat Land Size and Considerations. ModernSurvivalBlog.com uses a few use cases…
20 Simple Steps to Basic Preparedness from Jack at The Survival Podcast
Just listening to this now while I bang out some emails for work. A couple days ago, Jack Spirko at The Survival Podcast published a podcast about the “20 Simple Steps to Basic Preparedness.” So far pretty good, and I am learning a few things. Here is the content of…
4 x 32 Scope For My Henry AR‑7
The Henry AR‑7 comes with a small rail on top of the receiver for a scope. As I am not thrilled with the rear peep site, I have had this on my list to purchase for about a month or two. This past weekend, I spent a few dollars on a 4 x 32 scope for my Henry. Brand…
Another Post on EMP Attack
I will probably write about EMP attacks more than other types of attacks. The reason is that I think that this is one of the most viable attacks from a foreign power that we could see in the future. I also think that it is one of the most dangerous attacks that we…
Looking Forward to The Colony
So the new season of “The Colony” starts tonight on the Discovery Channel. Last season there was a lot of chatter about The Colony in the survivalist circles and in the forums. Personally, I liked it. It was innovative, new, and from my perspective (suburban and…
Going to Buy Some #10 Cans of Food for Storage and Use.
I have been researching food for storage. However, I have been researching food for storage that I will actually use, because I do not want to waste any money on buying food that will just sit in the can or container and get no use at all. It just seems like a waste…
What is a Safe Distance for Your Bug Out Location?
Ken over at ModernSurvivalBlog.com and I have traded a couple of emails lately… I think his posts are well thought out and well researched. Today he had a post that I thought was perfect for you urban and suburban dwellers like myself. The post is on what the…
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