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Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, Future of America: Mandatory Vaccinations?

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 14:43:48 +0000

We have long wondered at the future of America, as we move further and further from the freedoms and ideals celebrated by our founding fathers. Well, the future is now, and it’s not pretty.

Biological warfare i […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, 5 Cold Weather Soups to Lift the Soul

Mon, 19 Oct 2020 22:34:24 +0000

As we head into the cooler months, it’s time to bid adieu to your summer harvests and look to your Fall and Winter vegetables for inspiration. Soups and stews are not only a great way to take in heapings of v […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, 15 Foods You Should Stock Up On Now

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 18:15:09 +0000

The beginning of 2020 saw Americans emptying store shelves as they panicked prior to quarantine. As shelves have slowly refilled, many new Preppers are taking a more organized approach to stocking their pantries […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, How To Prepare for Winter Driving

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 00:52:12 +0000

We’ve only just entered Fall, but for some parts of the country, winter weather is just around the corner. While freezing rain, snow, and ice make all tasks more difficult and uncomfortable, they are especially h […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, How to Prepare & Protect Your Garden From Fall Frosts

Mon, 05 Oct 2020 15:33:42 +0000

As we head into Fall, you’re probably looking forward to harvesting the fruits of your labor. But along with the cooler weather, the occasional overnight frost can threaten your garden and your harvest. Freezing t […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, Simple Krav Maga Techniques That Could Save Your Life

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 17:37:05 +0000

Krav Maga is an Israeli military self-defense and fighting system that is arguably the most effective martial art in real-life hand-to-hand combat situations. Krav Maga combines self-defense with situational […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, How to Build A Budget Bug Out Bag

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 15:34:07 +0000

The Gray Bearded Green Beret has been bringing us a weekly series on supplemental Bug Out Bag kits, and this week he delves into an important question: How do you build an alternate or budget-friendly Bug Out […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, FPA Weekly Community News | 9.27.2020

Sun, 27 Sep 2020 15:34:57 +0000

Prepping is often considered to be an expensive insurance plan for those who can afford to stock up on extra supplies. But the truth is that savvy shoppers and those that prioritize Prepping are just as able to […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, Needed Trade Skills for SHTF: Survival Career Change

Sun, 27 Sep 2020 15:21:26 +0000

Sensible Prepper made a video entitled “15 Needed Trade Skills for SHTF,” but in reality he touched on more like 25 needed trade skills. He again stressed the importance of creating a survival comm […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, FPA Weekly Community News | September 20

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 01:48:05 +0000

As you Prep, what are your goals? It’s usually recommended to start with a goal of being self-sufficient for 72 hours, then a week, then 2 weeks, without any outside help. As each goal is reached, most Preppers e […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, 5 Things You Need to Do Before the U.S. Election

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 01:39:12 +0000

It sounds like the plot of a movie: As a critical election looms, the country faces a pandemic, shootouts and attacks on police, anarchists and nationalists clashing in the streets, a questionable vaccine […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, Cold Weather Bug Out Bag Supplemental Kit

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 01:35:06 +0000

Last week, The Gray Bearded Green Beret took us through his Urban Bug Out Bag Supplemental Kit; this week, he shows us around his Cold Weather Bug Out Bag Supplemental Kit. Both videos are great reminders that […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, 10 Fall Preps to Get Ready for Winter

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 22:32:48 +0000

As summer gives way to fall, it’s already time to be thinking about winter! With cold weather, ice, and possible snow on its way, you don’t want to be caught unprepared for the colder temps and everything that com […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, FPA Weekly Community News | September 13

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 00:33:06 +0000

As election day draws closer, there’s no denying that we need to be prepared for any possible outcome – including no real outcome at all. The current polls tell us that this will be a close and probably c […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, 78 Days Will Determine the Fate of America

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 00:26:21 +0000

As our tumultuous 2020 comes to a head on November 3, City Prepping researched the 5 most likely outcomes of the Presidential election – and what we should all be prepared for. Because the race is predicted to […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, Urban Bug Out Bag Supplemental Kit

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 00:15:38 +0000

This week, the Gray Bearded Green Beret made a great point: whether you’re Bugging In or Bugging Out, being in an urban or a rural environment will change your needs. Many of the items in your Bug Out Bag w […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, How to Improve Your Situational Awareness

Sat, 12 Sep 2020 00:32:53 +0000

The biggest key to spotting and identifying a legitimate threat is situational awareness. These days, the #1 threat to your safety is your cell phone and accompanying earbuds. In our modern society, distractions […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, Different Types of Shotgun Rounds & What They Do

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 21:45:48 +0000

Shotguns are extremely useful for both hunting and home defense. They are easy to use and provide you with shell options that can wound or kill animals ranging in size from birds to bears. They can be effective at […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, How Addictions Can Negatively Affect Your Ability to Prep

Mon, 07 Sep 2020 20:41:03 +0000

It’s no secret that addictions can be debilitating. While most people initially think of illegal drugs and cigarettes, there are a myriad of addictions that the average person may have: gambling, shopping, a […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, FPA Weekly Community News | September 6

Sun, 06 Sep 2020 23:23:33 +0000

As we often point out, all the gear in the world isn’t going to save you if you don’t know how to use it. Taking some time to get to know your gear and how to use it, will be invaluable in a true SHTF sit […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, 3 Useful Pieces of Survival Gear for Beginners

Sun, 06 Sep 2020 23:17:56 +0000

Many beginners in the Prepper community get caught up in the collection of gear and supplies, not bothering to learn how to use the items they are purchasing. Even if you have read multiple books on the […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, 5 Tips & Tricks When Using a Compass

Sun, 06 Sep 2020 23:14:15 +0000

This week, Corporals Corner gave us a short and to-the-point video on how to use your compass. Although he has created full-length tutorials on the subject in the past, this video gives you only the basics so […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, Should You Buy a Freeze Dryer to Preserve Your Own Food?

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 13:17:35 +0000

When it comes to preserving your food, there are a variety of options that can extend the life of your harvest or bulk purchases. It is widely accepted that freeze drying is the preferred method above dehydration […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, Top 10 Things You Can Do to Increase Your Home's Security Today

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 14:33:36 +0000

With everything that’s happened and continuing to happen in the world and around the country, home security is probably in the front of your mind. Especially for those who have significant preparations to p […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, FPA Weekly Community News | August 30

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 02:22:25 +0000

How is your home security looking these days? As we continue to witness senseless acts of violence across the country, even in small towns and more rural areas, fortifying your home should be a top priority for […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, Bug In/Out With Your Pets

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 02:13:50 +0000

Your furry friends can become important family members. And while most people cannot imagine leaving their pets behind in an emergency situation, they are often forced to do so when they are being airlifted […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, The 11 Layers of Home Defense

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 02:09:59 +0000

More than ever, home security should be a top priority in your budget and your efforts. Whether you fear civil unrest, criminals taking your preparations, or physical assault of your family, you need to […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, Bug In or Bug Out?

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 17:35:37 +0000

When to Stay Put and When to Hit the Road
As chaos continues to descend upon us, and a true SHTF situation seems inevitable, you will find yourself preparing for multiple scenarios: one in which you batten down […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, FPA Weekly Community News | August 23

Mon, 24 Aug 2020 00:09:04 +0000

When you consider all of the emergency situations that you could be presented with, many of them come with the possibility of being without power. While you may shrug this off because you’re fine living without a […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, Generators 101

Sun, 23 Aug 2020 23:55:59 +0000

You may consider yourself ready to be without power, but have you considered how your family will do? Are you ready to be without power for an extended period of time, and at any time of year? Do you know w […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, Fire Starting in the Rain & Wet Weather

Sun, 23 Aug 2020 23:41:29 +0000

When it comes to survival, our bodies are designed to abide by the Rule of 3: we can survive 3 hours in extreme conditions, 3 days without water, and 3 weeks without food. Of course those times would have to be […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, How to Design a Get Home Bag

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 16:20:40 +0000

You may be all stocked up at home, with a Bug Out Bag for each family member ready to go and an emergency plan that you’ve practiced, and you still may not be ready when disaster strikes. If you commute to work o […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, 9 Forms of Entertainment For When SHTF

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 19:09:04 +0000

As times have changed, so have the requirements to keep our attention spans. A great movie 80 years ago could be filmed in black and white with no special effects; now, everything is bigger and better, with CGI […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, Preserving & Storing Fuel

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 18:58:19 +0000

In addition to all of your other preparations, storing fuel for future use should top your list in terms of priority. When SHTF, you have to plan for being able to cook your food, stay warm, and power your vehicle […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, How to Rotate Your Stockpile

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 22:59:56 +0000

Once you’ve started to accumulate a healthy food supply, it’s easy to get disorganized. Especially if you are working with minimal space, you may find yourself storing your stockpile in a variety of locations whe […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, FPA Weekly Community News | August 16

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 00:09:38 +0000

As we prepare for a second wave of Covid-19 at the same time as hurricane season ramps up along the East coast, now is the time to check your supplies. With the possibility of a second shutdown/quarantine or […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, How to Turn Your Apartment into a Micro-Farm

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 00:01:48 +0000

Space is proving to be a challenge as Americans try to prepare for the worst. As the Covid-19 pandemic proved, our food supply is vulnerable and we need creative solutions to be self-sufficient. But for […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, How to Create a Survival Kit for Your Home

Sun, 16 Aug 2020 23:58:10 +0000

We talk a lot about gathering supplies and tools that will come in handy if you have to become totally self-reliant, and/or are trapped in your home due to a natural or man-made disaster. But when it comes […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, 13 Best Foods to Stock Up On

Fri, 14 Aug 2020 20:57:16 +0000

As you stock your Prepper’s pantry, you’ll want to strike a balance between foods with long shelf lives, and foods that represent a balanced diet. Since you’ll have to rotate your stock on healthier items with […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, How to Conduct a Drill

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 16:42:50 +0000

It is all well and good to stock food and tools, read books on gardening and bushcraft, and pack your Bug Out Bag with the essentials. In fact, these steps alone will put you ahead of the average American in being […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, FPA Weekly Community News | August 9

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 00:35:48 +0000

It can be overwhelming to think about what’s coming next, and how you can properly prepare your family. This week, let’s get back to basics: what kinds of books should you be buying and reading? Hard copies are […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, What’s Next: If COVID-19 Explodes in a 2nd Wave

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 00:24:42 +0000

By any standards, 2020 has shown us Level 1 of SHTF: the world went crazy over Covid-19, declaring a “pandemic” and closing economies. People live in fear, shutting themselves into their homes and wearing mas […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, Books to Invest in Prior to Economic or Societal Collapse

Mon, 10 Aug 2020 00:19:03 +0000

As you gather your supplies, invest in precious metals, stockpile your food, and grow your garden, there are a few areas that new Preppers tend to overlook. One is your level of physical fitness (you can read […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, FPA Weekly Community News | August 2

Sun, 02 Aug 2020 22:26:39 +0000

As politicians debate a fifth round of aid in response to the Coronavirus pandemic and collapsing economy, it’s time to prepare for the very real possibility of an economic depression. A depression can last for 1 […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, 29 Items You Can Barter in a Depression

Sun, 02 Aug 2020 22:09:03 +0000

When it comes to Prepping, many people look at stockpiling enough supplies for their families to survive for a year without outside help. But what exactly happens after that year? Of course, if you’re retreating t […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, 10 Items to Buy Now to Prepare for a Great Depression

Sat, 01 Aug 2020 21:18:04 +0000

2020 has taken a turn that many people didn’t see coming back in January. A pandemic kicked off an economic shutdown, which could eventually lead to a great depression. Preppers were much more prepared than t […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, Everything You Should Know About Grilling vs. Smoking Meats

Fri, 10 Jul 2020 01:06:33 +0000

Every summer, Americans love to fire up the grills and get outside to do their cooking. If you’re enjoying the fruits of your labor from your hunt, fishing trip, or out of your own garden, cooking over an open f […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, 12 Essentials for Kids to Learn & Love Camping

Thu, 02 Jul 2020 22:42:50 +0000

Whether you grew up camping with your family or only just fell in love with it as an adult, it’s inevitable that you want your kids to love it too. You might have visions of teaching them to fish as the sun is c […]

Amy Blatterfein wrote a new post, The Ultimate Camping Checklist

Thu, 18 Jun 2020 13:46:11 +0000

Whether you are new to camping or an old pro, keeping a camping checklist handy can make getting out the door a breeze. Depending on how long you’re going for, your physical condition, and your personal p […]

Amy Blatterfein started taking the course How To Make and Use Primitive weapons

Tue, 21 Apr 2020 20:08:18 +0000