One of the simplest and most reliable methods to extend the life of your harvest is dehydration. With a food dehydrator, you can turn fresh produce into lightweight, shelf-stable ingredients that last for months or longer when stored properly.
Learn about essential emergency cooking gear and techniques, including camp stoves, solar ovens, and other methods, so you can continue to cook and feed your family even when the grid goes down.
You don’t need a rural property to grow your own emergency food. Explore the basics of urban homesteading, including container gardening, small-scale farming, and ways to ensure your family can produce fresh food even in limited spaces.
The true test of your preparedness comes when you need to cook and eat under pressure—during power outages, natural disasters, or any crisis.
As a parent, preparing your family for an emergency goes beyond simply stockpiling food and water. It’s about ensuring that your children are not only safe but also able to manage and understand the basics of preparedness.
Stockpiling food and water is an essential part of any preparedness plan, ensuring your family’s safety and survival during an emergency. However, many families fall into common traps that can …
In times of crisis, having a well-thought-out food plan can make all the difference. Sustainability is a key factor when it comes to preparedness, especially for food. A sustainable emergency …
Having a 72-hour survival kit is a critical preparedness measure because after a major disaster or emergency, it can take up to three days or more for relief workers to …
Access to safe drinking water is essential, whether you’re living off-grid, camping, or preparing for emergencies. Natural water sources-rainfall, streams, ponds, lakes, and rivers-can contain a variety of contaminants, from …
Whether you’re preparing for a short-term power outage, a natural disaster, or a long-term emergency, having well-stocked meal kits can give your family the peace of mind you need to focus on other areas of preparedness.
Whether you’re growing your own food or buying in bulk, preserving your food ensures that you have access to nutritious meals long after harvest season.
BLUF: If you’ve recently purchased canned tuna at Trader Joe’s, H-E-B, Costco, or Walmart, you may want to throw it out. That’s because a manufacturer of canned tuna products recently …
Canning is a time-honored method that extends the shelf life of fresh foods from your garden, local market, or grocery store, allowing you to enjoy the bounty of one season …
Here are some important tips on how to store tap water for long-term use. This guide also explains the science behind keeping your tap water safe. Determine your water needs Every …
Making a food storage starter kit is not as simple as going to your local grocery store and stocking up on whatever food options you want.
From exploring bustling markets brimming with exotic fruits to navigating restaurant menus, understanding and managing your nutrition on the go is essential.
Building an emergency pantry with non-perishable food and clean water is crucial for ensuring your family’s well-being.
A practical, self-sufficient survival garden is a great asset to have if and when the next crisis hits hard – so you can still make the “fresh is best” lifestyle …
An AmCon member recounts his well running dry over the Thanksgiving holiday and shares what he learned from the experience.
Let’s talk food and water! As we go through our daily routines, one of the most important things for us to do is to eat and drink. What fuel do …
