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Security Tips for Renters: Protecting Your Home from Break-Ins and Theft
Spread the love Written by Bernie Carr Living in an apartment provides a lot of conveniences, but it also comes with some security challenges. Whether […]
Packing Dilly Beans – SimplyCanning
If you are canning these pickled beans, here is a quick tip for packing dilly beans to fit perfectly in your jars. I like to […]
6 Proven Strategies to Safely Hide Firearms During a Crisis: Protecting Your Right to Self-Defense
The Real Need for Smart Gun-Hiding Tactics Throughout American history, the right to bear arms has faced challenges during times of crisis. When authorities, driven […]
Best Washboard For Laundry And How To Use It
Quite a few years ago, I was looking for the best washboard for laundry (see below). It’s a simple device for washing clothes by hand. […]
A Thanksgiving Message from Apartment Prepper
Spread the love Dear Apartment Prepper Readers, As Thanksgiving arrives, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for each of you. […]
Guide to Canning Jars, Lids, and Rings
Here’s a quick guide on the basics of selecting, using, and storing canning jars, lids and rings. This video is a clip taken from our […]
18 Essential Items Most Preppers Forget: Home Preparedness Beyond Food Storage
Have plywood on hand for broken windows and to shore them up If you’ve reached the point where your pantry shelves are groaning under the […]
RAB Motion Sensor Light For Outdoor Security
RAB motion sensor security lights. They are my preferred choice around the homestead where AC power is accessible. What makes them unique is the motion […]
20 Low-Tech Ways to Stay Warm with Less Heat
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Shelf-Stable Foods to Stock Up Before Winter: A Guide for Apartment Preppers
Spread the love Written by Bernie Carr While doing my weekly grocery shopping I realized I need to stock up on some shelf stable supplies […]
Ball Electric Water Bath Canner
Hey there! Today, I’m reviewing the Ball FreshTech Electric Water Bath Canner. If you’re into water bath canning and looking for a convenient, electric option, […]
How to Waterproof Important Documents Without Lamination
Ironing a document between wax paper is a poor man’s way of lamination Poor Man’s Document Preservation: How to Waterproof Important Documents Without Lamination If […]
Best Crosscut Hand Saw For Cutting Logs & Firewood
Best hand saw. That depends on what you’re using it for. I’m talking about the best choices for a hand saw / crosscut saw to […]
Is a Leaky Roof Threatening Your Stored Preps?
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Top 10 Items to Buy on Black Friday for Preppers
Spread the love Written by Bernie Carr Black Friday is one of the best opportunities to grab essential prepping gear at discounted prices. As a […]
How to Dry Apples – SimplyCanning
Learn How to Dry Apples. Dehydrated apples are perfect for snacking, adding to granola, or rehydrating for recipes like apple pie filling! Wondering about the […]
How to Make Fresh Butter from Shelf-Stable Cream Powder
DIY butter from heavy cream powder Want to hear something that sounds about as believable as my teenager cleaning their room without being asked? You […]
Bivy Stick Satellite Communication Device
The Bivy Stick is a satellite 2 way communication (text messaging) device. It works with your cell phone (iOS/Android App) and is a satellite phone […]
Door Wedge: This Small $1 Item Could Save Someone’s Life
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30 Minute Warning: Exploring “I’ll Just Go to the Store” Strategiest in
You’ve got 30 minutes max before a grocery store runs out of items you need in a crisis. The Great “Back Room” Myth: You Have […]
Fabulous Fiction to Inspire Self-Reliant Liberty-Loving Kids
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DIY Baking Powder Recipe – Preparedness Pro
DIY Baking Powder Recipe The Real Benefits of Homemade Baking Powder: Health and Savings Baking powder is a staple in many kitchens, quietly working its […]
Dear Diary, It’s Me, Jessica: Part 21
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How to Repurpose an Old Smartphone
Spread the love Written by Bernie Carr I recently switched to a new phone as the old one had a cracked lens. Everything else worked, […]
Bean Flour: A Practical Addition to Your Prepper Pantry
Dried beans have a 25-30 years shelf life when stored properly When it comes to emergency preparedness, every item in your stockpile should earn its […]
Nuclear Power Plant Meltdown – 50 Mile Radius
A nuclear power plant meltdown. It is a catastrophic event where the reactor’s core overheats, causing the fuel rods’ partial or complete meltdown. One question… […]
We’re Not Supposed to Talk About Voting Irregularities
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Stress Management Techniques for Uncertain Times: Nurturing Your Mental Health
Spread the love Written by Bernie Carr With elections just a few weeks away, Americans are feeling more stressed – it’s so prevalent, there’s even […]
Essential Culinary and Medicinal Herbs for Preppers: A Comprehensive Guide
Bay leaves are definitely a preppers friend inside and outside the kitchen Imagine a world where your kitchen doubles as a survival kit, where the […]
Best Microwave Bacon Cooker Tray
I’ve found the best microwave bacon cooker. It cooks bacon in the microwave—no more splattered bacon grease popping out of a frying pan! Actually, I’ve […]