How to Build an Underground Bunker Get Permission Getting the appropriate permits is crucial as they guarantee safety for both you and those nearby during the project. Disregarding or failing to secure a permit can result in costly consequences and possibly pose risks if caution is not exercised. It's important to avoid beginning excavation and construction of an underground shelter, only … [Read more...]

What are Survival Shelters? Temporary shelters designed for emergency situations, which can be erected quickly by a single person, are known as survival shelters. These structures help to improve your chances of surviving in a situation where you are stranded away from home, lost in the woods, or in an isolated area. A survival shelter serves as your base of operations where you can store your … [Read more...]

Make the Necessary Cuts in Your Budget Take a moment to evaluate all the possessions you have by making a brief list. If someone else were to look at it, would they think you're trying to match up with someone else's possessions? Or, when it comes to your dining, leisure, and expenditure patterns, what kind of narrative would your financial dealings expose? I wouldn't be surprised if you … [Read more...]

Canned Food Expiration Dates Despite common belief, there are no federal regulations regarding the expiration dates of food, with the exception of infant formula which must display an expiration date. Although certain states mandate sell-by dates for meat and dairy products, there is no legal requirement for this information to be included on canned foods. What do the "best by" and "use … [Read more...]

Prepper Supplies: Water Despite common misconceptions, water is the most crucial necessity for surviving a disaster. The human body can survive for several weeks without food, whereas it can only last for a couple of days without water. Once dehydration sets in, your clarity of mind, energy levels and cognitive faculties are adversely affected, impairing your ability to reason logically. … [Read more...]

1. Pack a Survival/First Aid Kit If you don't have a survival kit and first-aid, it will be challenging for you to survive beyond the first day. It is essential to have access to clean drinking water, which can be achieved with a portable water filter or water purifying tablets. Alternatively, you can carry your own source of water. Before too much time has passed, your stomach will likely … [Read more...]

What are sprouts? When a seed begins to transform into a plant by producing roots, shoots, and leaves, it is referred to as sprouting or germinating. The sprouts or shoots are what is gathered and consumed. They provide a satisfying crunch to other foods, are nourishing, and easily digestible. Why is sprouting seeds a good prepping skill? Including sprouting in your prepping arsenal can offer a … [Read more...]

Food Storage List of Long Shelf Life Foods 1. Commercially Canned Foods For those starting with emergency preparedness, canned foods are a top choice due to their availability in supermarkets and durability compared to glass jars. Furthermore, there is a wide variety of options to choose from. Although canned goods do display a "use by" date, research has demonstrated that they can remain … [Read more...]

  Have you ever dug deep into your cupboard and retrieved a partially empty bottle of vegetable oil that has surpassed its printed Best By date, and pondered its usability? Preserving oil over an extended period can be challenging. Despite not having the extended shelf life of our other preservation foods, it can still be safely stored. This article will explore four ways to … [Read more...]

How Long Does Emergency Food Last? At any given moment, a disaster can occur when you least anticipate it. But there's no need to fret because preparations can be made on any day, even today. Assembling an emergency food supply is not an onerous undertaking. When planning your emergency food supply, bear in mind the sustainability and proficiency of your pantry for yourself and your loved ones. … [Read more...]