(Natural News) Summer usually means going camping or hiking, but pesky mosquitoes can take the fun out of these activities. (h/t to TheSurvivalistBlog.net) Aside from feeding on your blood and causing itchy bites, mosquitoes also spread diseases like encephalitis, malaria, and West Nile fever. Only female mosquitoes require blood and they are attracted to body heat, […]

(Natural News) Many of us feel that society will collapse eventually, but lots of people don’t think it will happen during their lifetime. Although no one wants to believe that we could one day face such a scenario, a scientific model suggests that it could be coming a lot sooner than we think. A scientific […]

(Natural News) At least 10 trailers loaded with water, baby supplies, and food that was donated to hurricane victims in Puerto Rico was found rotting outside of the state elections office there. In a video posted to local radio station Radio Isla’s website, cases of canned goods, Tylenol and water can be seen covered in […]

(Natural News) Most aspects of prepping can be done for free or at an affordable price, like first aid training or stockpiling supplies and gear, but you will need a considerable budget if you wish to set up your own underground bunker/shelter. Ideally, you should have professionals build a bunker for you. However, you will […]

(Natural News) With their honking noise and territorial behavior, geese may not be every homesteader’s cup of tea. However, both seasoned and novice homesteaders should consider adding geese to their poultry, as these birds offer so much more than their infamous noise. For one thing, geese have long had a reputation of being self-sufficient poultry. Leave them […]

(Natural News) The rising number of food gardens in the U.S. reflects a renewed interest in gardening and crop production. Gardening experts have shared a few tips on starting a vegetable garden from scratch. Identifying the right spot — According to gardening expert Sarah Raven, it is necessary to scout the place that is to be converted into […]

(Natural News) An abundant garden will ultimately attract many kinds of animals, most of which will be unwelcome pests such as insects and small mammals that can strip your garden clean and destroy everything you worked so hard for. Protect your garden by studying and trying to learn as much as you can about the type […]

(Natural News) You don’t need a large plot of land to have a garden with a high vegetable yield. For productive gardening, you just need to figure out which strategies are best for your garden space. Here are seven high-yield strategies that can help you maximize your garden space. (h/t to GoodHousekeeping.com) (1) Use raised beds with […]

(Natural News) Protecting your garden and yourself from unwanted pests can be a hassle. Spraying your greens or your body with chemicals may be tempting, but hold off on that. Mother Nature has given us many gifts and among them are insect-repelling plants. According to MotherNatureNetwork.com, there are 12 plants that can help be used […]

(Natural News) Mullein is a backyard weed that was used by native Americans for their medicinal properties. This fascinating plant is known by multiple names such as “Jupiter’s staff,” “Aaron’s rod,” “Jacob’s staff,” and “Flannel leaf.” Though botanists describe mullein as invasive and terribly difficult to eradicate, the weed can be used by preppers during […]