Category: Preparedness

Survival Skills Of The Great Depression Era | What About The Next One?

Randolph Jason

Survival Skills Of The Great Depression Era | What About The Next One? by Ken Jorgustin for Modern Survival Blog My dad was born during the end of the Great Depression era. His parents were in their 20’s and my great grandparents were in their 50’s during that time. It’s difficult to imagine what life must have been like back then. Especially given today’s modern world of conveniences being so stark in contrast to that period. The Great Depression was a severe worldwide economic depression that took place mostly during…

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Preparedness Should Allow You to Live in PEACE, Not Hide in FEAR

Randolph Jason

Preparedness Should Allow You to Live in PEACE, Not Hide in FEAR by Daisy Luther for The Organic Prepper GNN Note – Sleeping better at night knowing that if I or my wife is hurt that most, if not all, of our household needs are fulfilled is a major stress relief. If someone is preparing for the end of the world, what’s the point? Won’t everyone be dead? But being prepared for real life disasters creates calm. ****** Prepping is a lifestyle, but it shouldn’t take over your life to…

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Homemade Dry Onion Soup Mix

Randolph Jason

Homemade Dry Onion Soup Mix By Sara Tipton for Natural Blaze Dry onion soup mix is a versatile pantry staple that can be used for soups, dips, casseroles, and even mixed in to add a little oomph to dinners. We like to make our own soup mix because, oftentimes, onion soup that is purchased in grocery stores is laced with harmful preservatives like sulfur dioxide and monosodium glutamate and artificial colors and flavors. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make it at home and you get to control the ingredients used! In fact, there…

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Enough Food For A Year (Level 3 Preparedness)

Randolph Jason

Enough Food For A Year (Level 3 Preparedness) by Ken Jorgustin for Modern Survival Blog “Prepping and Preparedness 3” is a level of being prepared for up to 1 year. Check the series overview for my logic and reasoning why I split it the way that I did. And also re-read the sections on Food Preparedness for Level 1 & 2. The following information is intended as a guideline. The details will require research, time, and work on your end. But it’s really not complicated. Lets get started: Food Storage Beyond…

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PG&E CEO Earning $2 Million a Year Makes OUTRAGEOUS Comments to Californians Struggling to Afford Food

Randolph Jason

PG&E CEO Earning $2 Million a Year Makes OUTRAGEOUS Comments to Californians Struggling to Afford Food By Jenny Jayne for The Organic Prepper PG&E is under investigation as blackouts roll across California, leaving many residents in the dark for an indefinite amount of time. The blackouts are the power giant’s solution to dangerous sparking power lines caused by high winds. These sparks have been blamed for many of the wildfires that have devastated California and caused billions of dollars in damage. PG&E is in the position of being held responsible for its power…

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We Are Entering A Period Of Extreme Ideologies | Be Prepared

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We Are Entering A Period Of Extreme Ideologies | Be Prepared by Ken Jorgustin for Modern Survival Blog A recent comment on our forum reads, “I think we are heading into a period of extremes. At this point it’s a wait and see, but be prepared. Grey is a good thing. Stay away from crowds!” Extreme Ideological Differences The state of the United (not so united) States, and the world around us has entered a period of extremes. It’s obvious to anyone with a brain. I’m talking about political ideological extremes. Governance…

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12 DIY Home Security Hacks for Under $100

Randolph Jason

12 DIY Home Security Hacks for Under $100 by M.D. Creekmore for Making Sense of Manliness by Tom Being one of the responsible property owners out there, it’s your duty to keep your residence protected as well as safe. However, it is not the fact that you will be able to do so only by investing a considerable amount of cash. There are many ways to get the job done without breaking the bank and sometimes you can do it free of cost as well. In the following paragraphs, we…

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The Best Foods That Heal Knee Pain and Build Cartilage

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The Best Foods That Heal Knee Pain and Build Cartilage by For Knees Diet and Health: You Are What You Eat Your diet can have a big impact on your health, but did you know it can also affect the level of your knee pain? Whether you’re suffering from chronic knee issues, or you’re an active athlete who puts a strain on their knees, it’s important to consume the best foods to keep your knees healthy and avoid pain.   The best foods for your knees can help sprains, arthritis,…

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How Every Household Can Get Evacuation Ready + FREE Evacuation Checklist

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How Every Household Can Get Evacuation Ready + FREE Evacuation Checklist by TESS PENNINGTON for Ready Nutrition Advance notice is not always given when it comes to evacuations. In certain circumstances, you could be given as little as a few minutes to leave. Would you be ready? Plus, here’s a free handout that prints out easily and can be stored in your preparedness binders and/or bug out bag. Take the time and get prepped! Hundreds of times each year, transportation and industrial accidents release harmful substances, forcing thousands of people…

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Do-It-Yourself Olive Oil Lamp

Randolph Jason

Do-It-Yourself Olive Oil Lamp by Ken Jorgustin for Modern Survival Blog I made this olive oil lamp years ago. I thought I would show it again as yet another alternative for a minimal light source when the power goes out. Remember though, respect the flame! Can Olive Oil Burn? Yes. All oil will burn at their own unique flash point temperatures. Olive oil is a good choice for cooking because it has a high smoke point (~400 degrees-F), a high flash point (600 degrees-F), and a high auto-ignition temperature (815 degrees-F).…

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