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A Guide to Successful Winter Planting

By Amalie Jorgensen September 13, 2023 | | 0 comments

Winter may bring chilly temperatures and frosty mornings, but that doesn't mean your gardening efforts have to hibernate. With the right planning and techniques, you can continue to enjoy fresh vegetables during the colder months. In this guide, we'll explore how to set up a successful winter garden and ensure...

As Featured on Fox & Friends, the Wise Seed Vault: Empowering Self-Sufficiency in an Unpredictable World

By Amalie Jorgensen May 18, 2023 | | 0 comments

In today's uncertain times, taking control of our food supply is becoming increasingly important. As featured on Fox & Friends, grow your own food with Skip Bedell with the Wise Seed Vault, which offers a comprehensive solution for individuals seeking to embrace self-sufficiency. Now is the time to grow your...

How to Prepare for a Tornado: The Definitive Safety Guide

By Brody Danielson July 01, 2022 | | 0 comments

Most thunderstorms are no big deal, right? Wrong. Every thunderstorm, no matter how big or how small, carries with it some danger. From lightning strikes to high winds and even tornadoes, thunderstorms across the country cause property damage, cost Americans billions of dollars annually, and even take lives. What’s more...

Prepare for Nuclear Fallout

By Brody Danielson March 02, 2022 | | 0 comments

Prepare for Nuclear Fallout This weekend, Putin escalated tensions further by putting his nuclear forces on high alert, citing aggressive statements from NATO. If Putin activates any of his 6,000 nuclear weapons, we will see the most detrimental consequences in our history. As Russia struggles to take over Ukraine, US...

Prepare Yourself For A Cyberattack

By Brody Danielson February 24, 2022 | | 0 comments

Prepare Yourself For A Cyberattack We all know the damage a cyberattack can cause. Last year we witnessed first-hand supply chain shortages when both the JBS beef plant and the Colonial Pipeline experienced the ransomware cyberattack. Being prepared to minimize your risk is more critical now than ever. According to...

Preparing for a Earthquake

By Brody Danielson February 23, 2022 | | 0 comments

Preparing for a Earthquake National Preparedness Month What to do to protect yourself if you feel an earthquake (Ready.Gov) Stop driving, pull over and put your parking brake on if you are in a car. “If you are in your bed, turn face down and cover your head and neck...

Prepper Life - Earthquake Edition

By Brody Danielson February 01, 2022 | | 0 comments

Prepper Life - Earthquake Edition When the house started shaking, it was early in the morning. I thought I was still dreaming until both my dogs were up in the bed, freaking out and looking to me for the answers. “Honey, wake up. There’s an earthquake!” I yelled to...

Summer Hunting Guide: Tips on Where to Go & How to Prepare

By Brody Danielson June 30, 2021 | | 0 comments

Summer Hunting Guide: Tips on Where to Go & How to Prepare Although many regions’ major hunting seasons are in the fall, some have seasons in August and even earlier. The summer season is a great time to get a head start on the first animals of the year,...

10 Best Dog Breeds for Outdoor Enthusiasts

By Brody Danielson April 20, 2021 | | 0 comments

10 Best Dog Breeds for Outdoor Enthusiasts Whether a sledding enthusiast, avid hiker, or experienced angler, there is an adventure-seeking dog out there for everyone. However, not every breed is built to tag along challenging routes, impromptu lake ventures, and the like. When it comes to partnering up with a...

To Survive a Tornado, Get Low

By Brody Danielson April 20, 2021 | | 0 comments

To Survive a Tornado, Get Low Tornadoes, derechos, sandstorms… whatever type of wind event is headed your way, it can be extremely dangerous to be caught off guard. That’s especially true for tornadoes, which typically touch down with only 13 minutes of warning—if any. While tornados can occur anytime, peak...

Disaster Responders Prepare To Take On Tornado Season

By Brody Danielson April 20, 2021 | | 0 comments

Disaster Responders Prepare To Take On Tornado Season Over the past 11 years, Team Rubicon has responded to more than 100 tornadoes. Unpredictable in nature, violent in action, tornadoes typically occur with very little warning—often 13 minutes at most—and with wind speeds that can reach in excess of 300 mph, which...