How To Use A Kelly Kettle
This is for all my new readers who really want to be prepared for the unexpected. This “kettle” is an awesome emergency stove or a great stove for camping! You probably know by now that I have to know...
View ArticleIf We Have A War: Stock Bags, Plastic Wrap, and Foil
If we have a war: Why Your Family Needs to Stock Bags, Plastic Wrap, and Foil. These humble kitchen staples become some of the most powerful survival tools in your home when a crisis strikes. Here’s...
View ArticleIf We Have A War: 6 Outside Cooking Products
If We Have a War: 6 Outside Cooking Products Every Household Needs. War, whether it arrives on our shores or disrupts the fragile systems we depend on, has a way of reminding us how thin the line is...
View ArticleIf We Have A War: Stock Paper Products Now
If we have a war: stock paper products now, please. Preparing for the possibility of war or a large-scale national emergency is no longer the territory of conspiracy theorists or extreme survivalists....
View ArticleDutch Ovens: Why Every Family Needs One
Dutch ovens: why every family needs one. In today’s fast-paced world, families are constantly searching for ways to simplify meal preparation while still creating delicious, nutritious home-cooked...
View Article20 Critical Items We Need in Order to Cook Outside
When the power goes out—or when you’re forced to cook outside due to heat, repairs, or emergencies—having the right tools makes all the difference. Outdoor cooking isn’t just for camping anymore. It’s...
View ArticleTips For Cooking When The Power Goes Out
Can you use some tips for cooking when the power goes out? If you are lucky enough to have a gas stove in your kitchen, you will probably be okay. Do you ever feel overwhelmed by the thought of...
View Article7 Ways To Cook When You Lose Power
Today, it’s all about 7 ways to cook when you lose power. Yes, we will all lose power at some time or another. It may be a day, three days, three weeks, or three months. You may know that September of...
View ArticleHow To Start A Fire In A Fire Pit
There aren’t many things I enjoy as much as gathering my family for an evening around a warm fire. When Mark and I lived in Northern Utah years ago, all four of our daughters and their families lived...
View ArticleTop 9 Pieces of Cookware You Need For Emergencies
Check out these nine pieces of cookware you need for emergencies. Suppose you’re ever caught up in the middle of an emergency or natural disaster. In that case, having cookware that allows you to cook...
View Article101 Reasons Why I Recommend A Sun Oven
I have 101 reasons why I recommend a Sun Oven for you today! I wrote this post many years ago, updating it today for those who have never heard about a Sun Oven. The best time of day to use one of...
View ArticleWhen the Power Grid Fails: Things You Will Need
Have you ever thought about the possibility of what will happen when the power grid fails? What will you do without electricity to keep your food cold or to cook your meals? What would you do without...
View ArticleHow To Be Prepared To Cook Emergency Meals
Today’s post is to help people prepare to cook emergency meals outside. If and when we have a power outage, and we will, we need to be able to cook emergency meals. Some of you may have purchased...
View ArticleHow To Use A Dutch Oven
Today, it’s all about how to use a Dutch Oven! You may think a Dutch Oven is just for camping, but it’s also a great survival cooking source! Here’s the deal: I grew up with cast iron cookware...
View ArticleHow To Clean, Bake, And Store Pine Cones
Do you know how to clean, bake, and store pine cones(sometimes spelled pinecones) so they can be used for cooking and heating in an emergency? What is the best emergency fuel to store? People ask me...
View Article100 Non-Food Survival Items To Store Now
Do you sometimes wonder what non-food survival items to store? I’m trying to put lists together for you that you can print off and then check off the ones you have or the ones you need to purchase. I...
View ArticleInstant Pot® 101 for Beginners Guide
Did you just get an Instant Pot and have no clue how to use it? If so, you aren’t the only one in this boat. You probably saw the magnificent Instant Pot product in all of your newsfeeds with tons of...
View ArticleBeing Prepared: These Are My Favorite Things
Sometimes being prepared can seem a bit overwhelming and can lead us to be frustrated. Today I decided to break down my thoughts and discuss my favorite things I highly recommend when it comes to...
View ArticleWhat Can Old Keys Be Used for in Prepping?
In the world of prepping, resourcefulness is key. And sometimes, that means thinking outside the box when it comes to using everyday objects. One item that often goes overlooked is the humble old key....
View ArticleHow To Cook With Dutch Ovens
Today it’s all about how to cook with Dutch Ovens. You can cook or bake so many things in a Dutch oven. You heard that right, if you have one or two of these with some charcoal and a fire starter or...
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