(Natural News) Growing your own edible garden is a great way to supplement your food supply. If you are a beginner gardener, you can start simple with easy-to-grow vegetables, such as rhubarb. Here’s what you need to know to grow rhubarb in your very own backyard. (h/t to CommonSenseHome.com) Preparation for planting rhubarb Rhubarb needs the right […]

(Natural News) Whether you’re camping or bugging out, outdoor trips require a crucial item — a firestarting kit. A well-planned kit contains several ways to start a fire so you can stay warm and cook outdoors. (h/t to ModernSurvivalBlog.com) Firestarting skills are essential to your survival, especially when SHTF. Ideally, you should know how to start a fire using […]

(Natural News) A prepper’s life involves a lot of planning. Experienced preppers will have their survival stockpile ready before SHTF, and their families will already know about their emergency preparedness plans. But if you’re new to prepping, how do you make a SHTF plan that suits your own needs and lifestyle? (h/t to TheSurvivalistBlog.net) When drawing […]

(Natural News) Planning and preparing a bug-out bag (BOB) can be daunting, especially if you’re new to prepping and you’re not sure what kind of gear you’ll need when SHTF. The modular BOB method isn’t new but is usually overlooked by preppers who use built-in compartments in a backpack or those who pack all loose equipment into the […]

(Natural News) Before disaster strikes, you need to be in good physical shape to avoid hurting yourself. But what do you do if you hurt your back when SHTF? (h/t to BeansBulletsBandagesAndYou.com) Stay in shape to prevent back pain The best way to avoid back pain is to exercise regularly. After all, if you’re healthy, you’re […]

(Natural News) When you’re watching the news, do you pay attention to reports about crimes or do you ignore everything as you go about your day? If you want to protect yourself and your family, take note of these reports and start practicing situational awareness. (h/t to ConcealedCarryToday.com) What is situational awareness? Situational awareness doesn’t mean […]

(Natural News) When SHTF, do you have what it takes to help your family survive? Whether you’re a fledgling prepper or a hardened survivalist, certain habits can help improve your chances of weathering any danger that comes your way. (h/t to TheOrganicPrepper.com) There’s no denying that prepper gear and survival supplies are important when disaster strikes. However, […]

(Natural News) Burns should be addressed immediately to prevent infections and to offer relief to the injured individual. But when SHTF and you don’t have access to emergency medical services, you can treat mild or moderate burns using the home remedies detailed below. (h/t to DoomAndBloom.net) Burn wound treatment basics When treating burns after a […]

(Natural News) Herbs aren’t just used to enhance the flavor of food. When SHTF, preppers know which medicinal herbs can be used to address different health complaints like headaches or a sore throat. It’s easy to grow various kinds of medicinal herbs in your garden or on your patio. Even if you live in an […]

(Natural News) Even in this modern day and age, deadly viruses continue to pose a considerable threat because of how easily they can spread like wildfire. They can come without warning, making them difficult to anticipate and control. Densely populated cities and urban areas are the most vulnerable to these infectious diseases due to how crowded […]