When was the last time you used a printed map? In this day and age of GPS and Smartphones not many of us do anymore. It's a skill many of our kids only get a glimpse of in 2nd grade Social Studies. But printed maps have an important place in the prepared home. Looking at the lessons people are learning from Hurricane Sandy got me thinking how a printed map would have been … [Read more...] about The Importance of a Well Prepped Map
Beginning Prepping
Cheap Solar Lights For Emergency Lighting
There are many ways to light your home if the power goes out. Candles, flashlights and kerosene lanterns are the tried and true ways many of us grew up with. But thanks to cheap manufacturing costs, there is now a safer, cheaper way to get emergency lighting-outdoor solar lights. The past few summers, Walmart has had these available for $.97. Understandably they disappear … [Read more...] about Cheap Solar Lights For Emergency Lighting
What Is Self Reliance?
Self reliance is the ability to provide for you and your families basic needs without outside help. Sadly, most American families rely so heavily on outside factors that they could not be self reliant for more than a few days if need be. The phrase "The First 72 Is Up To You" is a common slogan used by government agencies when encouraging families to be able to sustain their … [Read more...] about What Is Self Reliance?
How to Get Emergency Water From Water Heater
Most homes have a water heater that holds at least 30 gallons of potable water. It's one of the conveniences we take for granted, until it stops working! But many of us don't take for granted the fact that we do have a 30 gallons of emergency water from water heater storage device in our house! If you are working on building your supply of water, I recommend that you don't … [Read more...] about How to Get Emergency Water From Water Heater
Calculating Drinking Water Storage Needs
Not many people would argue that water is one of, if not, the most important prep for the beginner to focus on. It's estimated that you can not survive without water for much more than 3 days. In comparison, the average person can go several weeks without solid food. Though I certainly wouldn't want to! Let's do the math to help you calculate what your drinking water storage … [Read more...] about Calculating Drinking Water Storage Needs