– For the Safety, Security, and Success of the Family
Children are going to hurt themselves as they learn about the world around them. They will cut their fingers, fall out of trees, and hurt themselves in other ways that will teach them not to repeat something or be more careful when doing it next time. However, there may also be times when they may […]
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Like an oven, a solar cooker uses heat to cook your food. But unlike traditional appliances that use gas or electricity to power it, solar appliances use the power of the sun. Whether you intend to use a solar cooker for camping or want to have one on hand in case of an emergency, […]
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Every year, there are 2.2 million burglaries, and 66% of those are home break-ins. For all homeowners, safety should be a priority. As such, it is a necessity to “burglar-proof” or protect your home from intruders. Even if you believe you’re a resident of a “safe neighborhood,” this is not always enough to deter a […]
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There are a variety of hiking boots and shoes available on the market; each one claiming to be the best. For this reason, you need to know exactly what type of hike you’re going on. After all, when you shop prepared, you’re more likely to find the best pair of hiking boots for you (not […]
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In this post I am going to share with you the all-important fundamentals of what I call: “Self-reliance Strategies.” Self-reliance is the word I choose to use more than “survival” or “preparedness” training. Self-reliance is proactive rather than reactive. It couples itself with on- going and daily habit forming measures. The typical preparedness or survival […]
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FPA members are sometimes criticized by outsiders for being too cautious about prepping for a disaster. The truth is, the majority of the population are woefully unprepared. For example… No one anticipated a 1.5 mile wide EF4 tornado would drop down on Alabama in April 2011, killing 64 people, destroying or damaging hundreds of homes. […]
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With the ever-present data that suggests that most all our grocery-store-bought food contains any number of steroids, chemicals and any number of other problems for us, there is a large movement in developing a garden. There are many things to consider whether you are homesteading or in a suburban area, or even in urban areas. […]
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I am a statistical analyst by trade and education. Due to that I have a tendency to look at patterns and data on a regular basis. One thing I have noticed regarding preparedness in the news is that there are a disproportionately large number of people that suffer tragic consequences during winter storms. For some […]
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As we move into our senior years there are several things begin to occur that are quite natural. Specifically, our bones and muscles begin to deteriorate. Rather than bemoan it, we can simply adapt to how we work. When it comes to firearms we will need to make some adjustments. There are literally thousands upon […]
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Whether it be a simple day hike or a longer-term backpacking trip, hiking is a fantastic way to get you and your family involved in the outdoors. There are any number of natural and wild areas in nearly every corner of the world. To be more safe than sorry there are a few things that […]
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