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How Long Does Freeze-Dried Coffee Last?

By Ben Slaughter February 20, 2025 | freeze dried food

If you’re one of the many people who likes to begin their day with a good cup of coffee, you already know that there are seemingly endless varieties and brewing methods to choose from. Of all the available options, instant and freeze-dried coffee remain popular choices around the world. In...

Effective Ways to Keep Your Food Cold Without a Refrigerator

By Ben Slaughter January 27, 2025 | food storage

Whether you’re planning a camping trip or thinking through your disaster preparedness plan, you might be wondering how to keep food cold without a fridge. Luckily, you have some options—between insulated containers and ancient solutions (like zeer pots), people have been keeping food cold without refrigeration for generations. In this...

How Much Water Should You Store for Emergencies?

By Ben Slaughter January 25, 2025 | emergency supplies water

Your body requires water—it’s the foundation of survival, the elixir of life. In an emergency, when access to clean water is compromised, having a sufficient supply can stave off the dire effects of dehydration. That said, disaster situations can quickly disrupt water availability, leaving people vulnerable to illness and sanitation...

What Food to Bring When Camping: Your Ultimate Guide

By Ben Slaughter January 23, 2025 | camping food supply

Planning what food to bring when camping is just as important as packing the ideal gear—whether you’re pitching a tent next to a creek or atop a steep cliff. But planning your camping menu isn’t just about making sure you’re fed; it’s about maximizing your limited culinary options to produce...

What Emergency Supplies Should You Have?

By Ben Slaughter January 21, 2025 | emergency supplies

Emergencies are unpredictable, but preparation isn’t. Whether you’re facing a natural disaster, a power outage, or an unexpected crisis in the outdoors, a carefully curated emergency kit can provide you with the peace of mind you need to face uncertainties with confidence. That said, you may wonder, “What emergency supplies...

Mastering the Art of Cooking Freeze-Dried Food: A Step-by-Step Guide

By Ben Slaughter January 19, 2025 |

Freeze-dried food has transcended its origins as an emergency staple, becoming a versatile solution for outdoor adventurers, busy professionals, and anyone seeking quick, hassle-free meals. Whether you're prepping for a camping trip, stocking your pantry for unexpected situations, or meal prepping for the week ahead, freeze-dried food is an innovative...

How Long Can You Store Powdered Milk?

By Ben Slaughter January 19, 2025 |

Milk is an important staple in many people’s diets, and as an excellent source of calcium, B12, riboflavin, and more, it’s one of the most nutritious drinks in the world.1 Whether you take a splash of milk in your morning cup of coffee, use it for baking, or enjoy drinking...

Innovative Canned Food Storage Ideas to Maximize Your Space

By Ben Slaughter January 19, 2025 | food storage

We can thank the French for many things—pasteurization, cabaret, the bicycle, and, interestingly, canned foods. In 1795, amid the chaos of France's Napoleonic Wars, Nicolas Appert was awarded 12,000 francs for his groundbreaking food preservation method, designed to sustain French troops both on land and at sea.1 Since then, canned...

How Long Can You Survive Without Water?

By Ben Slaughter January 06, 2025 |

How Long Can You Survive Without Water Water is crucial to a human's survival. There's been multiple stories about a person stranded somewhere that somehow survived without water for over a week, but it's almost impossible. There's a lot of factors that go into how many days you can go...

How Much Emergency Food You Should Have?

By Ben Slaughter December 10, 2024 | emergency food emergency supplies

In our world of fast food, takeout, and frozen meals, it’s hard to imagine a scenario where you can’t find anything to eat. You can always fire up a food delivery app and have dinner on the table in 30 minutes flat. Unfortunately, when the unthinkable happens, those easy options...

How Long Can a Person Live Without Food?

By Ben Slaughter December 09, 2024 | disaster preparedness survival skills

Picture this: stranded in the wilderness with no supplies, or trapped indoors as a disaster unfolds outside. In these moments, survival hinges on the essentials—shelter, water, and food. But how long can the human body really survive without food? Emergencies force us to confront the limits of our endurance, making...

What is Freeze-Dried Food? Benefits to Consider

By Ben Slaughter December 08, 2024 | freeze dried food

In recent years, freeze-dried food has gone from being a space-age solution for astronauts to a popular choice for outdoor enthusiasts, emergency preppers, and even everyday meals. But what exactly is freeze-dried food, and why is it gaining so much attention? Whether you're putting together a long term food supply...