With radioactive isotopes detected in rainwater in Minnesota and other states, some people are looking into iodine supplements and other ways to protect the long-term health of their families. While there are a lot of drawbacks to using iodine, there are plenty of foods
You know the saying, “Money doesn’t grow on trees.” But did you know that soap does? I’m not joking you. There really is a soap-growing tree! In fact, other plants also produce natural detergent, but today’s focus is on the
We all know our vegetables and fruits are safe to eat and very good for your health, but what about other wild edibles? You never know when you’ll find yourself in a situation where all you have available to eat
If you’re not using compost in your survival garden, then you should start right away. Here are some reasons why… Compost is used as a soil conditioner, improves your soil’s structure so that it can retain moisture and hold it
Mineral oil is a colorless, odorless and tasteless liquid byproduct of petroleum refinement. Mineral oil is often used for it’s hydrophobic properties which means that it repels water. Mineral oil is non-conductive and will also air. Mineral oil doesn’t expand
While I have posted some good examples of bug out bags in the past, I just came across one of the better examples of a 72 hour bug out bag with a very detailed explanation of the reasoning behind each
Did you know that there are more than 100 uses for military ammo cans, aside from the obvious use which is storing ammunition. People, especially preppers, love them because they are extremely durable, cheap, airtight, watertight, and are easy to
When I came across this mason jar storage shelf tutorial, I thought it was a really cool DIY project that just about anyone with a drill gun and some screws could put together in a day. Not only will it
