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100 Gallons Of Emergency Water Storage In 15 Minutes

June 4, 2018 By ParkerMama

100 Gallons Of Emergency Water Storage

Water is a first priority in the preparedness world, and for good reason.   In as little as three days without water, humans die. Because of this, we talk a lot about water on this blog.  Today we are going to talk about how to attain 100 gallons of emergency water storage in as little as 15 minutes. How Much Emergency Water Storage Do You Need? Generally about 8 bottles of … [Read more...] about 100 Gallons Of Emergency Water Storage In 15 Minutes

Preppers Wish List

November 21, 2014 By Prepared Mom

Preppers Wish List

Instead of the latest useless gadget this year, why not get some emergency preparedness gifts for your loved one? Here are a list of items that are guaranteed to be on your preppers wish list! Stocking Stuffers: Paracord Bracelets Emergency Fire Starter Can opener Water Proof Matches Water bottle with purification tabs or a really awesome water bottle with … [Read more...] about Preppers Wish List

First Time At The Shooting Range: What To Expect

September 9, 2013 By Guest Author

what to expect your first time shooting

There are a lot of things we swore we would never do before we actually became parents. Give in and buy the kids a candy bar at the store, let them play tic-tac-toe with the sugar packets in a restaurant, exclusively breastfeed for an entire year, let them sleep sneak in our beds, own a gun. Did you have to go back and make sure you read that last one right? I would have. I … [Read more...] about First Time At The Shooting Range: What To Expect

11 Things To Do Before a Winter Storm

February 9, 2013 By Prepared Mom

11 Things To Do Before a Winter Storm

Winter Storms are in full swing all over the country. If you are not quite prepared, here are 11 things to do before a winter storm to keep your family safe. Gas up your cars. Its a  good idea to own a quality hand pump gas siphon in case you need to transfer gas to a different tank or put it in a generator. If you have a gas powered generator, make sure you have … [Read more...] about 11 Things To Do Before a Winter Storm

Stocking Up On Over the Counter Medicines

January 7, 2013 By Prepared Mom

stocking up on over the counter medications

Stocking up on over the counter medicines should be a top priority for any beginning prepper. OTC medications are often inexpensive and easy to accumulate because they are widely available. Over the counter medicines can be lifesaving in an emergency situation and I encourage you to make sure you store each of the following in addition to the Physicians Desk Reference or a … [Read more...] about Stocking Up On Over the Counter Medicines

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Why Worry About Preparing?

Preparedness makes more sense now than ever.

As we move through 2026, it’s clear that the world is shifting in ways many of us can feel — even if we can’t always predict what’s next. In recent years we’ve seen global supply chain disruptions, international conflicts affecting energy and food markets, extreme weather events across multiple continents, cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, economic uncertainty, inflation, and rising costs for everyday essentials.

From global pandemics to geopolitical tensions and natural disasters happening around the world, the message is the same: stability isn’t guaranteed.

Whether or not you believe we’re headed toward a major global reset, there are plenty of everyday realities that make preparedness practical — not extreme. Job loss. Health emergencies. Severe storms. Power outages. Supply shortages. Economic downturns.

Preparedness isn’t about panic.

It’s about positioning your family to respond calmly when life throws the unexpected your way.

We’ve found that the more intentional emergency planning my family does, the less I worry about the big “what ifs.” When you have food storage in place, backup plans for power and water, and practical skills to lean on, uncertainty feels manageable.

That peace of mind is powerful.

Here at Simply Preparing, we share the survival tips, preparedness strategies, and practical systems we’ve learned along the way — from pantry building and food storage to emergency planning and self-reliance skills. Our goal is not to create fear, but to create confidence.

And we hope you’ll join the conversation.

Preparedness is not a solo journey. We all bring different experiences, lessons, and perspectives to the table. Share what you’ve learned. Ask questions. Leave comments. We grow stronger and smarter together.

Now, let’s get started prepping.

Pick a post and begin reading. At the end of every article, the blog will randomly suggest three additional preparedness posts to explore. Set aside just 10 minutes a day to build your knowledge base. Small, consistent steps add up faster than you think.

Because when it comes to preparedness, we’re never truly “done” learning — and we’re never wrong for being ready.

Let’s prepare wisely.

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