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The EBT Scare, Panic, and the Lesson

Oct 14, 2013 | Economy, Government, Money, Politics, suburban survival, Urban Survival

Over the weekend you no doubt heard about the EBT outage that bright the system to a halt. If you don’t know what EBT is, it means “Electronic Benefits Transfer” and is the electronic version of the “Food Stamp Program.” So, this means that instead of receiving…

Budget Ham Radio

Aug 30, 2013 | Communications, Preparedness

This article is by Cameron Green, of Green Academy of Personal Protection (GAPP). In 2003, the northeast of the United States (as well as parts of the midwest and Canada) suffered a severe power outage. Traffic lights were not working so gridlock was rampant.… the…

Everyday Carry Items To Be Used For Personal Protection

Aug 2, 2013 | EDC, Personal, Personal Security, Preparedness

This article is by Cameron Green, of Green Academy of Personal Protection (GAPP). The key to everyday carry (or EDC) is not burdening yourself with too much nonsense but still having the necessary tools to take care of yourself whether they be weapons, survival…

My Guerrilla Berkey Water Filter Project in 20 Minutes or Less

Jul 13, 2013 | Bug In, Preparedness, Water

As far as I am concerned, this project has been well overdue. Especially in the wakes of both hurricanes Irene and Sandy. With hurricane season just barely upon us, and the loss of power, etc. last year, I thought it was time to prepare a bit for what might be to…

Are Pre-2011 Nickels Worth the Hedge?

Jun 29, 2013 | Economy, Money

It has been argued by those in the prepper and survival community that because nickels (pre-2011ish) contain 75% copper and 25 % nickel will appreciate with inflation and/or precious metals. It’s been said that the price of the nickel will go up in a post economic…

Summer’s Here, Work, Future Plans, and Prepping

Jun 25, 2013 | Bug Out Vehicle, Gardening, General, Pandemic

Well, summer is officially upon us. When it came it came with heat and humidity. With that there are supposed to be severe thunder storms all week here in NJ. I’m getting used to the rain, and am going to start calling New Jersey, “New Seattle” shortly. Heck, I’ve…

Quick Review of the Gerber Bear Grylls Knife Sharpener

Apr 1, 2013 | Bear Grylls, Gear

I picked this up over the weekend because when I was out at the family home / Bug Out Location, I realized I forgot a knife sharpener. So, when I ran out to pick a couple items up for the family dinner, I also picked up the Bear Grylls Knife Sharpener. Not unlike…

New Jersey Preparedness and Alternative Energy Show — April 20th, in Woodbury, NJ

Mar 27, 2013 | Gear, Personal, Preparedness, Prepping, suburban survival, Survival Gear, Urban Survival

I just got off the phone with Steve Schanne over at Off Grid Warehouse, a NJ based provider of preparedness gear and supplies. Steve has been promoting a FREE, Yes FREE Alternative Energy and Preparedness Expo. The Expo is being held in Woodbury, NJ on April 20th,…

Homemade Electrolyte Replacements (Homemade Gatorade)

Mar 25, 2013 | DIY, Health, Hydraton, Preparedness, suburban survival, Urban Survival, Water

My girlfriend’s dog has been sick the past couple of days. Dehydrated, lethargic, etc. This got me thinking when I was doing several searches online for how to adequately keep him hydrated. By doing several Google searches I found a LOT of information on sick…