(Natural News) The toothache tree goes by many names, such as prickly ash, tickle tongue, pepper bark, Hercules club, rabbit gum, and aceitillo. It can grow up to 18 feet tall, and its exterior is covered in distinctive spiky bumps that resemble tiny pyramids protruding from its bark. If you see this spiny shrub with its sharp and […]

(Natural News) Drilling companies charge thousands of dollars to access groundwater sources that you can often reach by yourself – all you need are a few common tools and a couple days’ worth of manual labor. If disaster strikes, a steady supply of water will be essential. Many homesteaders install their own water supply systems, […]

(Natural News) Your food supply is crucial for your survival when SHTF. By learning how to store your supplies the same way the pioneers did, you can extend the shelf life of various food items. (h/t to PreppersWill.com) American pioneers preserved and stored as much produce as they could to ensure that they had access to […]

(Natural News) Why do preppers do what they do? That’s the question people often ask when they hear about prepping. The world isn’t burning, so what’s the hurry? Little do these people know that threats to humanity are genuine. Even the government admits it: The National Infrastructure Advisory Council (NIAC) recently released a report warning […]

(Natural News) Living in the world’s biggest commercial producer of nuclear power has its downsides. Preppers and survivalists need to consider the possibility of an accident at the nearest nuclear power plant. Most of the 99 active nuclear reactors in the U.S. are found in New England, the South’s eastern seaboard, and Illinois. Only Alaska and Hawaii lack any […]

(Natural News) Non-preppers often scoff at those who make an effort to prepare for different disaster scenarios. Would they be thinking the same thing after an EMP (electromagnetic pulse) attack takes place in the country and civilization comes to a halt? (h/t to VigilPrudence.com) Large-scale EMP event can halt civilization as we know it An EMP […]

(Natural News) As a prepper, it’s important to know about proper food storage and how to gather the necessary supplies for your stockpile. But how do you prevent food spoilage if you experience a long-term power outage? (h/t to BeansBulletsBandagesAndYou.com) Before SHTF, make sure you have backup power for your appliances, especially your fridge and freezer. […]

(Natural News) The wilderness is not as barren as you might think – you can find food such as edible roots, tubers, rhizomes, and bulbs if you’re out in the wild. Listed below are seven wild edible roots to add to your roster of foods that you can forage in the wilderness. These wild edible […]

(Natural News) If you’re staying at a homestead or otherwise living off the grid, you probably already rely on solar power as your primary source of electricity. However, you might want to consider supplementing your supply with other alternative sources of energy. If you have some spare equipment lying around, you can repurpose these items into unconventional methods […]

(Natural News) Salt is a staple in the kitchen in more ways than just to enhance the flavor of dishes. Here are 20 different ways to use salt around your homestead. (h/t to ModernSurvivalBlog.com) Clean cast iron skillets – To clean a cast iron skillet, pour 1/4 cup of salt while the skillet is still warm. Carefully scrub […]