One of the tips you'll hear the most when trying to save money on food is to buy in bulk. As a rule purchasing in bulk is a good strategy for prepping on a budget, but you need to be careful and compare per ounce prices. You can beef up your savings when prepping on a budget by putting together group co-ops. How to use Group Co-ops when Prepping on a Budget Now when I … [Read more...] about Prepping on a Budget: Group Co-ops
Write Your Representatives | Today’s Sunday Skill
Being politically active and letting your voice be heard is an important part of preparedness. Following the news and subscribing to political grassroots organizations serves not only as an early warning system for civil, financial or political unrest but as an opportunity to have your voice matter. Believe it or not, our governmental officials ARE listening to what we have to … [Read more...] about Write Your Representatives | Today’s Sunday Skill
Buying Junk Silver As Part of Your Prepping
When people talk about buying junk silver they are referring to US dimes, quarters, half dollars and dollars minted through 1964. These coins were produced with 90% silver and 10% copper. They have an "intrinsic value" which means the metal to produce them actually has value unlike a paper dollar bill. The penny has always been copper or steel (for one or two war years) and the … [Read more...] about Buying Junk Silver As Part of Your Prepping
Emergency Drinking Water Storage
Emergency drinking water storage. It's one of the most important first steps to take in being prepared. If there is a topic I get the most questions about, water storage would rank in the top 10. Let me see if I can answer some of the frequently asked questions and set you on the path for two weeks worth of stored water for you and your family. How Much … [Read more...] about Emergency Drinking Water Storage
Stocking Up On Over the Counter Medicines
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