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How Much Water Should You Store for Emergencies?

By Ben Slaughter September 13, 2024 | 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...

Ready For Anything: Building a Bug-Out Bag

By Ben Slaughter August 20, 2024 | disaster preparedness emergency kit emergency supplies first aid kit food storage freeze dried food natural disasters preparedness

Ever found yourself in an emergency where time was of the essence, every moment counted, but you weren't equipped with what you needed? That's where the bug-out bag steps in! These compact, ready-to-go kits are strategically designed for easy access – be it in your car, by the door, or wherever...

How Much Emergency Food You Should Have?

By Ben Slaughter June 03, 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...

8 Survival Foods to Stockpile for Emergencies

By Ben Slaughter August 20, 2022 | emergency food emergency prep emergency supplies survival list 1 comment

When disaster strikes, whether it's a natural catastrophe like a hurricane or an unexpected long-term power outage, being prepared can make all the difference. One crucial part of emergency readiness is having a well-rounded emergency food supply that ensures you and your family stay nourished, no matter what. Choosing shelf-stable...

How to Store Water for an Emergency

By Brody Danielson August 13, 2022 | disaster disaster preparedness emergency emergency kit emergency supplies water waterproof

How to Store Water for an Emergency Water is essential for survival and an absolute necessity when preparing an emergency supply kit. In the aftermath of a disaster, clean drinking water may not be available. Water in your home may be cut off or contaminated with raw sewage. If grocery...

6 Steps to Pack an Epic Go-Bag for Every Survival Situation

By Brody Danielson February 20, 2020 | be prepared BOB emergency supplies go bag supplies survival kit survive

From a major power outage to a natural disaster, you may find yourself in an unexpected circumstance without electricity, food, water, or shelter. While you can’t predict these situations, you can make sure you’re prepared. Military and police agencies require their officers to carry a three-or five-day emergency go-bag with...

The Ultimate Bartering Checklist for Doomsday Preppers

By Brody Danielson February 20, 2020 | barter emergency preparedness emergency supplies supplies trade 1 comment

The Ultimate Bartering Checklist for Doomsday Preppers It looks like humanity is starting to trust each other less and less, with fears of others around the world, and even our next-door neighbors, growing. As experts have moved the Doomsday Clock closer to midnight, doomsday preppers can feel some relief knowing...

First Aid Tips for Common Accidents

By Brody Danielson February 20, 2020 | emergency kit emergency supplies first aid first aid kit injury supplies survival kit

First Aid Tips for Common Accidents First aid kits are essential for any family’s emergency supplies, whether you’re preparing for a natural disaster or just heading out to the beach for the day. Accidents and mishaps can happen anywhere, and being prepared for the eventuality allows you to respond faster...

Rethinking the Car Emergency Kit

By Brody Danielson February 20, 2020 | auto auto kit be prepared car car kit emergency kit emergency supplies survival

Rethinking the Car Emergency Kit In the last blog post we made brief mention of how winter storms had unexpected and significant impacts in Georgia and North Carolina this year. Many of us watched as stranded commuters waited in their cars for hours, ran out of gas and either walked...

Long Shelf Life Foods to Keep in Your Pantry

By Brody Danielson February 19, 2020 | emergency food emergency supplies food food storage shelf life storage 1 comment

Long Shelf Life Foods to Keep in Your Pantry If you are thinking about setting up an emergency pantry in your house, that is a laudable goal. However, you need to keep in mind that selecting the right foods is just part of what it takes to be a successful...

12 Essentials in Your Survival Kit

By Brody Danielson February 18, 2020 | be prepared disaster preparedness emergency preparedness emergency supplies survival kit

Whether it’s an earthquake, a storm, or a flood; having a survival kit ready can get you a long way towards surviving a disaster. You’ll need solutions for food, shelter, and sanitation because you’ll never know to what extent the disaster can affect the facilities around you. So make sure...

Bug-Out-Bag Food: Everything You Need to Know

By Brody Danielson February 18, 2020 | BOB bug out bag emergency emergency preparedness emergency supplies survival 2 comments

If you ever find yourself in an emergency situation and need to evacuate, you’ll need a bug-out-bag (BOB) to survive. A BOB should help you survive for up to 72 hours, so it’s important to pack it with any bug-out bag essentials you might need while out in the wild...