(Natural News) Prepping can help you get ready for different disaster scenarios like long-term power outages. But did you know that being a prepper can also help you get ready for retirement? (h/t to SurvivalSullivan.com) As a middle-aged prepper, you may feel like you need to choose between spending your money on survival supplies and saving for a […]

(Natural News) In 2014, the Ebola outbreak occurred in West Africa where 11,000 people died. Although it was contained for a few years, it has re-emerged in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The Ebola virus causes severe hemorrhagic fever with up to a 90 percent death rate. An infected person will show symptoms within two […]

(Natural News) Plants are valuable sources of food. They are widely available, easily procured, and can meet all your nutritional needs, given the right combinations. Should you find yourself in a dire situation with a depleted food supply, would you know how to forage for food in the wild? It is a crucial skill to […]

(Natural News) The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) urged the public to be prepared for a power outage that may last up to six months. In a report from the agency’s National Infrastructure Advisory Council, it warned that a sudden attack would likely occur and could cause chaos for at least half a year as the […]

(Natural News) While homeschooling is legal in all 50 states, the rules concerning home education may vary per state. If you’re considering homeschooling your kids so they can continue their education in a post-SHTF world, review the state laws and accomplish the necessary local public school district forms. (h/t to ModernSurvivalOnline.com) A basic outline of state […]

(Natural News) Preppers who are new to food storage can get overwhelmed because of all the planning required for this task. But like other elements of prepping, you can get started by deciding on your goal – like how much food to keep in your stockpile. (h/t to SurvivalistPrepper.net) You don’t have to spend all of […]

(Natural News) Cholera is a serious case of diarrhea caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae, which naturally lives in seawater. When it enters the gut, it produces a toxin that poisons a vital cellular transport protein. Most cases of cholera occur because of fecal-contaminated water. It coats the surfaces of shellfish and marine plants. A […]

(Natural News) As a good prepper, keeping your garden soil weed-free ensures that your crops grow healthy and strong. If you don’t want to use pesticides with harmful chemicals, you can protect your plants using natural weed-killing methods like mulching or vinegar. (h/t to HomesteadSurvivalSite.com) The natural methods detailed below can prevent weeds from taking over […]

(Natural News) Home gardening is a satisfying hobby. However, it comes with some minor annoyances, like garden pests that can damage your carefully cultivated crops. Thankfully, you can get rid of garden pests without using harmful pesticides that can cause negative side effects by growing plants that keep bugs away, like basil and peppermint. (h/t to AskAPrepper.com) […]

(Natural News) You might have your own first aid kit in case of emergencies, but do you also have one for your beloved Fluffy or Fido? Pet preparedness is one of the most overlooked topics when SHTF. This is most unfortunate since most pet owners would certainly want their pets to survive alongside them, regardless […]