Category: Survival

EMP Threats

EMP Threats We know the potential of a high-altitude nuclear blast or high-altitude electromagnetic pulse rises every year. An Electromagnetic Pulse (EMP) could be the result of a nuclear explosion in the upper atmosphere and that would be as catastrophic as a bomb landing. What is the threat? Who is threatening? Why?  Is there a …

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3 DIY Air Filters

3 DIY Air Filters Wild fires are a terrible disaster that is horrifying to those involved. There isn’t a lot we can tell you to do to protect yourself from them other than what folks who live within range already know…. keep brush cleared on your property,  cease any outdoor burning, have your bug out …

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What The Heck Is Salsify?

What The Heck Is Salsify? Mother Earth is indeed a provider. She has blessed us with food a plenty, we just need to know what to look for. We use just a small percentage of the plant life we have on earth for eating. I believe primarily because we don’t know about these edible plants. …

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Jerusalem Artichokes: An Excellent Survival Crop Even For Beginners

Jerusalem Artichokes: An Excellent Survival Crop Even For Beginners Jerusalem Artichokes are an incredibly easy crop to grow. They also have a great yield which makes them a wonderful survival crop. We will spend a lot of time working our gardens in a SHTF scenario. Having crops like this one, will make that chore easier …

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Is a dollar crash inevitable?

Is a dollar crash inevitable? The US has been through so much this year, is a cash crash the next disaster that will befall us? Many experts fear it well may be. Covid was a terrible development for the economy and it will be a long recovery without any further issues. Why experts feel that …

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Cooking Hosta

Cooking Hosta Hosta has been eaten in other countries for years. Most places in North America consider hosta a decorative plant and it is found in yards and ornamental gardens. It’s actually a vegetable with a taste similar to asparagus. Just like any food, knowing how to cook it is an important aspect of making …

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50+ EDIBLE WILD BERRIES & FRUITS ~ A FORAGERS GUIDE

50+ EDIBLE WILD BERRIES & FRUITS ~ A FORAGERS GUIDE My Grandmother always said Mother Nature provides. Now she was talking about her garden, but I think the overlooked portion Mother Nature’s garden are the wild edibles. When you know what to look for and where to look for it, you can find a plethora …

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GROWING RHUBARB FROM SEED

GROWING RHUBARB FROM SEED Yummy deserts and scrumptious wine from the tart and prolific rhubarb plant. If you are a fan you know once they are growing they are incredibly easy to grow and continue to produce a  harvest year after year. Usually when you choose to enlarge your plot the most common way is …

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What is a fire tornado? How they form?

What is a fire tornado? How they form? The year 2020 has been both a nightmare and a learning experience. By the end of August we have had, an ongoing pandemic, Michigan’s continuing water problems, civil unrest, tornados, earthquake, hurricanes, derechos, forest fires and now fire tornados! I hope we have all learned a lot …

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5 Ways To Freeze Zucchini

5 Ways To Freeze Zucchini Zucchini is a great backyard garden crop. It’s an easy crop to grow for new gardeners, it has a long growing season, and it usually creates a large yield. New gardener or pro, this is good news for eating the rest of the year. Zucchini is great for baked goods …

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