The New Year is upon us and we are facing yet another year to get...The post The 6 Big Prepping Goals of 2019 appeared first on American Preppers Network.
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Spoiler alert: not very much is different. Second spoiler: enough to cause a major weapons...The post What is the Difference Between the .300 Whisper and the .300 Blackout appeared first on American Preppers Network.
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Have you ever heard of Oldowan tools? These are basically stone tools that were used...The post The Oldest EDC Tool of All appeared first on American Preppers Network.
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When you think about survival gear do you plan on using it to deal with...The post Survival Gear for Natural Disasters appeared first on American Preppers Network.
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Building up my ability to hammock camp I found some great parts that make up the whole.The post The Hammock Experience appeared first on American Preppers Network.
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This is our last great warning. We will never have an opportunity like this. This is an opportunity for change but its for change at our own pace. We can decide we want the change and we can take our time with it. We can really make it fit. Never aga…
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Looking to find the best walkie talkie for city use? Walkie talkies are hand-held, portable, two-way radio transceivers with long-range interaction being made possible by using a channel system in order to keep signal at the best quality. In this rev…
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Bandanas are an accessory that don’t often provoke a second glance. They’re handy for keeping your neck and face warm during nippy weather and if you own a bike of some description they can be particularly useful for keeping the wind out of your…
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  The importance of survival gear and the tools you need to survive is so important. But do you know that many people have lost their lives because they had no proper means of survival? The purpose of this article is to provide information to everyo…
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Listen to “Chickens, Egg Hunts, The Navy And Eating At Home W/ I AM Liberty” on Spreaker. Are we making the most of our time? Are we making the most of this moment? This is a terrifying and exhilarating time. The I AM Liberty Show has always been…
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Homeowners have several distinct advantages when it comes to prepping. Owning your own place means that you can do what you want with it. You don’t have to get permissionThe post 10 Survival DIY Projects You Can Start on Your Property Right Now ap…
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We do our best to prepare for the foreseeable future. Sometimes we even consider a future that is shrouded by the unknown. In doing so, preppers and survivalists have adoptedThe post 12 Survival Items to Carry With You at All Times appeared first on…
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We all focus on the ability to start a fire as the most important survival skill to master. Each survival instructor tries to outdo the last, coming up with aThe post 5 Best Wood Cutting Tools appeared first on Ask a Prepper.
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Many emergencies can be controlled at home if you know how to handle them. Preparing ahead for the most common medical emergencies allows you to be ready to treat themThe post 10 Medical Home Emergencies and How to Manage Them appeared first on Ask…
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When you first get started as a serious prepper, the whole process can be overwhelming. You hear about preppers with years of food and water stored. Some have built undergroundThe post Why You Should or Shouldn’t Consider A Chamber Adapter If You…
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Today’s article details Lomatium, the most powerful herb in North America for use as an antiviral or antibiotic. After reading this article, you may wish to add this herb to your naturopathic first-aid arsenal and include it in your stores of prep…
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As the COVID-19 Coronavirus sweeps the globe, different people are reacting in different ways. For most, fear is a part of that reaction. That’s normal, as we all tend to be afraid of the unknown and there’s still a lot of unknown about this viru…
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If you think you know what plantain is, you may be thinking of the large banana-like a tropical fruit. That’s not what this article is about! In this article, we will discuss a miraculous little weed that makes a tasty and nutritious addition to…
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Do you want glowing skin, boundless energy, and a nearly super-human resistance to germs and viruses? It’s time to step up your nutritional game. With flu season bearing down on us, we’re hearing a lot in the media about how we should be rollin…
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We scoured through histories of herbal studies for you Today, we live in a time when manufactured medicines and prescriptions prevail, but do they have to be the only approach to healing? Even with all of these engineered options at our fingertips, m…
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Sitting alone as the waves beat the shore before me, I had a line in the surf and a slice of sun just peaked up over the horizon. It looked like the top of a railroad spike just taken from … Continued
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With COVID-19 working it’s way through the nation’s meatpacking industry, I recently found myself reflecting on my own experience working in a processor and the experience afterward of having a farm and raising some of our own meat. Looking back…
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These two massive storms might be the most expensive to recover from in American history. Hurricane Katrina saw damage worth roughly $100 billion and she holds the top spot of all Atlantic hurricanes in cost– at least until Hurricane Harvey … Con…
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Power generators are an essential part of most prepping master plans. While solar power is an option a backup generator offers many people a better alternative and access to power during an emergency. One of the big differences between solar … Cont…
- 3 days ago 22 May 20, 1:48pm -

One thing that recent events have led to is the realization that the kitchen and pantry cannot continue to be set up the same way. I always felt that my small kitchen could be organized better and have really tried … Continued
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This week, I’m taking a break from the world of Doomer Fiction and reviewing the […]The post “Getting Home” by Alex Smith appeared first on Backwoods Survival Blog .
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Fact Check: Shipping Firearms – DEFENSE FIREARMS BLOG: Some people, even licensed dealers (FFL) have a […]The post Fact Check: Shipping Firearms appeared first on Backwoods Survival Blog .
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The subject our most recent Doomer Fiction / disaster film review is “The Core” (2003).  Oddly enough, […]The post “The Core” (2003) appeared first on Backwoods Survival Blog .
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This week’s book review will concern a nonfiction title: “Urban Preppers with Kids, Pets & Parents; […]The post “Urban Preppers with Kids, Pets & Parents; Disaster Survival for the Family” by James G. Mushen appeared first on Backwoods Su…
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The following may seem rather out of place with regard to our normal subject-matter, but […]The post Carrots, Eggs, Or Coffee? appeared first on Backwoods Survival Blog .
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It’s with very mixed emotions today that I’m announcing we will be shutting down Organized Prepper.   As most of you know I started this site because I wanted to make it easier for the “normal” person to get a little better prepared for wha…
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Even if you practice a fairly self-sufficient and sustainable lifestyle, you probably still have a number of expenses to deal with on a daily, weekly, monthly, and/or annual basis, from major costs like a home mortgage to essentials and conveniences…
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While our grandparents might remember what it was like to cook with a wood stove as opposed to the gas and electric options available today, most adults haven't the faintest idea about how to cook when their appliances give in. And yet, during a cata…
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Being prepared to deal with natural disasters and emergency situations is something that most people leave to the proper authorities. And yet, when you need emergency services and government aid the most, these resources may not be available to you.…
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While having children is one of life's greatest joys, every parent realizes pretty quickly that it's also the most important responsibility they'll ever shoulder. Keeping kids safe, healthy, and happy and providing them with the knowledge, tools, and…
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Honoring those who died while serving in the U.S. military. Do you know how and when the tradition of Memorial Day began?Original source: The Origin of Memorial Day
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Open forum for off-topic conversation throughout the week - preparedness accomplishments - sitting around the campfire with fellow MSB'rs.Original source: Open Forum & Off-Topic Conversation
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How to dehydrate Vidalia onions using my Excalibur food dehydrator. Why I do it, how I store dehydrated onions, and my shelf life results.Original source: Dehydrated Onions | How to Dehydrate and Store Them
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Striving to be more self sufficient costs money, time, labor. It can become all consuming depending on extent. But is it all worth it?Original source: The Cost Of Being Self Sufficient | Is It Worth It?
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Lets hear it -- what's your favorite foods to dehydrate -- and tips you've learned along the way?Original source: What Is Your Favorite Food To Dehydrate?
- 5 days ago 20 May 20, 1:19pm -

If you dried your corn while still on the cob then you will need to shell the corn first, of course. You can do this by hand or use a hand crank corn sheller. The hand operated corn shellers do most of the work for you, the cob goes in and the dried…
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According to a survey conducted in 2011, 28 percent of Americans do not know how to cook. However, let’s ponder a moment, and then ask ourselves what is the definition of cooking ( Foodworksblog , 2011). Is it pulling a frozen meal from the freezer…
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Meat cuts (tougher cuts) that are ideal for braising include pork shoulder, beef chuck, short ribs, lamb shanks and of course brisket. These cuts are marbled with fat and connective tissue, which will convert to gelatin after long and slow cooking. M…
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Deserts are among the most treacherous places that a person can get stranded in. With the many unique challenges that are found in deserts, you need to know how to get around them to survive in desert. Read on to find out some exceptional desert surv…
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A previous article talked about how important it is for you to know how to cook in a survival situation, because you and your family’s very survival could be at stake. Cooking from scratch as it is called is time consuming and it requires organizat…
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I've spent considerable time understanding the whole story behind BILL GATES' CRAZE with vaccines, and his willingness to be DESPISED and DRAGGED THROUGH THE MUD in his pursuit to mitigate diseases with mass-scaled shots, which are highly CONTROVERSI…
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On March 23 - the day the S&P dropped to its cycle low of 2,237 -  the Fed stunned capital markets when it announced it would purchase investment-grade corporate bonds, traversing a Rubicon into a secondary market intervention that not even  Ben…
- 4 hours ago 25 May 20, 12:30pm -

Consider this a “coaching” segment and some advice on how to follow a Thomas Hardy “Far from the Madding Crowd” mindset.  Look at the world situation right now.
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You cannot trust the mainstream media, but this isn't news.  Every day, regular people are using their own cameras and cell phones to document the lies we are being told about COVID-19 designed to manufacture your consent to enslavement. Here are ju…
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Last week the Federal Reserve released a report predicting that the next print on GDP numbers will likely show a loss 34.9% in the second quarter. This is the biggest GDP plunge since the Great Depression; even the crash of 2008 doesn't compare. 
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Today marks Memorial Day, 2020. Never forget the lives that have been lost, in the defense of our nation. — On May 25th, 1787, The Constitutional Convention convened in Philadelphia with George Washington presiding. The task of the peaceful overthr…
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If you’ve been around knives for any length of time, you know the name Ken Onion. He is one of the best custom knife makers of all time, and he was the youngest knife maker to be inducted in the Hall of Fame for knife makers. I’ve never met Ken,…
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The following recipe is from The New Butterick Cook Book, by Flora Rose, co-head of the School of Home Economics at Cornell University. It was published in 1924. A professional scan of that 724-page out-of-copyright book will be one of the bonus item…
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Here are the latest news items and commentary on current economics news, market trends, stocks, investing opportunities, and the precious metals markets. We also cover hedges, derivatives, and obscura. Most of these items are from the “tangibles he…
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“Like all predatory or parasitic institutions, the state’s first instinct is that of self-preservation. All its enterprises are directed first towards preserving its own life, and, second, towards increasing its own power and enlarging the scope…
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No matter what you plan on doing with your time out in the wilderness, it would always be recommended to equip yourself with a quality ... Read moreBest Survival Blanket: Top Picks, Why Use One, Buying GuideThe post Best Survival Blanket: Top Picks…
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It is no secret that a knife can have a countless number of functions. Whatever it is that you need for your knife to accomplish, ... Read moreBenchmade Infidel Review: Is It As Good As It Looks?The post Benchmade Infidel Review: Is It As Good As I…
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Why in the world would you need new sights on your shotgun? Everyone knows all you have to do is point the barrel towards your ... Read moreUltimate Guide to The Best Shotgun SightsThe post Ultimate Guide to The Best Shotgun Sights appeared first o…
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I am a survival enthusiast, and the multitools I bank on should meet or even exceed my expectations. Therefore, I took my time trying out ... Read moreLeatherman Rebar Review: Worthy Multitool?The post Leatherman Rebar Review: Worthy Multitool? app…
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Having a specialized tool like a tomahawk in your pack can come in handy in a lot of ways. Just like a knife, a fire ... Read moreGerber Downrange Tomahawk Review: Worth It?The post Gerber Downrange Tomahawk Review: Worth It? appeared first on Surv…
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What are the signs of infection and what do you do if you observe these signs on yourself or a family member? Check out these tips below! Checking for Signs of Infection With all of the recent closures and new safety measures being implemented around…
- 4 hours ago 25 May 20, 12:31pm -

So you’ve decided to build a tiny house! Building any home is a huge venture and a great accomplishment, but it’s no secret that tiny houses present unique challenges. Here are some tips on before you start making tiny house plans! Tiny House Pla…
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Work from home may seem easier, but balancing work and family life can take its toll on anyone. We have tips for parents who are working from with kids, and we hope these would help you. Working From Home with Kids | Doing It Right For much of the co…
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Instead of reaching from your medicine cabinet, give these natural sore throat remedies a try. These might work great for you! Natural Sore Throat Remedies You Can Try Anyone who has ever experienced a sore throat can attest that they are a real pain…
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Backyard gardening is one thing, and starting your own backyard farm is another. Nonetheless, they have a similar goal and that’s to make you self-sufficient. Let’s explore some of the best reasons that you should get started on one below! How a…
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Written by Guest Contributor on The Prepper Journal.Prepping can involve building things useful for survival or comfort during lean times. Here are the tools preppers should consider having to make the job easier. Editor’s note: This prepping prim…
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Written by Guest Contributor on The Prepper Journal.Editor’s note: This prepping primer was written by guest contributor Mark Hedman. So, you bought into the idea of hoping for the best but preparing for the worst, which is great! But how do yo…
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Written by Guest Contributor on The Prepper Journal.Ancient art comes into use in African Bush and Jungle Editor’s Note: Another in a series of articles on man-tracking and its utility in prepping as well as conservation, by guest author Kyt Walke…
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Written by Guest Contributor on The Prepper Journal.4 Realistic Threats You Should Be Prepping For Editor’s note: This prepping primer was written by guest contributor Mark Hedman. Shows like National Geographic’s Doomsday Preppers have shone a…
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Written by Pat Henry on The Prepper Journal.With much of the U.S. finding itself in increasing lockdowns due to the Coronavirus and COVID-19, and many countries in a complete lockdown, we thought this article from 2014 would be worth re-publishing.…
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My first venture into food storage was an expensive one. I didn’t know what I was doing, so I stocked up on a lot of food that was typical of our young family’s diet back then — boxes of cereal, granola bars, and cans of ravioli. When a differe…
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When spring fever hits, it is easy to want to plant everything you can think of in your garden, as soon as you are able to work the soil. If you are a new gardener, it is common to make this same mistake. Planning out your garden by season, as well a…
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Think fast: What food items always seem to be on the shortlist when you head to the grocery store? Chances are, foods with the shortest shelf life will be on that list, e.g. milk, bread, eggs, produce. Foods that will spoil or rot within a couple of…
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In the early days of the prepping craze, 2009-2014 or so, TEOTWAWKI was on every prepper’s mind — The End Of The World As We Know It. Wherever it originated, it struck a chord with Americans, in particular, who looked at the steep decline of thei…
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NOTE FROM LISA: I’ve received dozens and dozens of questions about how to make yeast and how to use that yeast in recipes. I’ve tried to answer as many as I can but highly recommend the book, The Bread Bible to help you with specifics. If you’v…
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Okay this is not cheap and it is not something everyone should run out and buy just because, but I am taking a break from my day off to make this post, because this deal is so damn good.  This … Continue reading →
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There will be no episode of TSP today in recognition of Memorial Day. I do want to take a moment to remind everyone today of what Memorial Day is all about. Many well meaning people even get it wrong in … Continue reading →
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Today it’s time for the expert council show. To ask a question for a show like this, just send an email to me at jack at thesurvivalpodcast.com with “TSPC Expert” in the subject line. Today on The Survival Podcast, the … Continue reading →
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Warning – Stern, frank and adult language follows, if that bothers you, don’t read this it can’t help you anyway. So now you are sad because you won’t walk down the isle to special music right?  Don’t be!  I only … Continue reading →
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We have reached a point where the cure is more dangerous then the disease and I feel it is getting worse daily.  Right now I feel every day we stay shut down will add 10 days to the time needed … Continue reading →
- 4 days ago 21 May 20, 7:54pm -

“Be prepared” is a pretty broad order. Prepared for what? How prepared are we talking about, here? If you are new to prepping and readiness as a component in your lifestyle, one of your first actions will probably be to take stock and compare you…
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Shotguns are perennially popular home defense firearms in the U.S. for several reasons. One reason is their easy availability, and cost effectiveness. A quality shotgun can often be had for significantly less coin than a rifle of equivalent grade.  …
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So, you’ve been researching how to prep for a SHTF or other disaster and the experts recommend that you have a bug out location or even better a prepper hideout or retreat. But what makes a good prepper hideout or bug out location? The answer is of…
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The Ruger Mini-14 is one of America’s favorite general purpose semi-auto rifles. Possessed of light weight, nimble handling and classic styling, they remain a viable choice for anyone who for whatever reason does not want America’s other rifle, t…
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One of the great joys and advantages of living today is the prevalence of books. Be they bound ink and paper or electrons on a screen, books can be invaluable references or moving, thought-provoking stories about the human experience. I am constantly…
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