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The 2nd Amendment is Under Fire! Your thoughts??

The 2nd Amendment is Under Fire! Your thoughts?? President Obama issued executive orders to extend the government’s regulatory reach over the sale or transfer of firearms in early 2016.  There has been an enormous amount of controversy over this action,  especially during this politically-charged election cycle.  Unfortunately, soundbites, political bickering and talking heads from all …

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How to Make Your Own Lemon Soap

How to Make Your Own Lemon Soap Knowing how to make homemade soap is an important part of survival preparedness. Preparing a stockpile will help to ensure that you and your family are maintaining safe hygienic practices without the use of harsh chemicals that can damage the skin or pollute water supplies.  Lemon is one …

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A Simple Homemade Paint Recipe that Everyone Should Know

A Simple Homemade Paint Recipe that Everyone Should Know Not a lot of thought is given to paint during a survival situation, but it may become necessary in order to protect the wood of structures at your bug-out location.  The good news is that you can take advantage of an age-old paint recipe that can …

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How to Make Homemade Calamine Lotion and Oatmeal Bath Powder

How to Make Homemade Calamine Lotion and Oatmeal Bath Powder Many of us have been unfortunate enough to endure a severe rash, chicken pox or irritation from an allergic reaction or exposure to poisonous plants.  Oatmeal baths and a coating of calamine lotion have been the remedies of choice for decades, but it is very …

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How to Make Homemade Fermented Hot Sauce

How to Make Homemade Fermented Hot Sauce   Long-term food storage options can be as simple or as diverse as you want.  However, there are not that many recipes for condiments and sauces that can spice things up a little bit.  Let’s take a look at a great hot sauce recipe that has some flavors …

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A Basic Introduction into the Lunar Cycle

A Basic Introduction into the Lunar Cycle Learning the basics of the lunar cycle can get you in tune with the rhythm of life that may become a reality if and when the SHTF.  One the main reasons that the moon is such a reliable source of time measurement is that each phase is distinctive …

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Incorporating Military Camouflage Into Our Appearance

Incorporating Military Camouflage Into Our Appearance   Effective concealment is one of the fundamental principles of survival in hostile or unsafe areas.  The military has virtually perfected the art of camouflage over the years, and we can benefit from incorporating their guidelines into our own preparedness efforts.  Let’s look at some general things to think …

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How to Make a Simple and Effective Compost Tumbler

How to Make a Simple and Effective Compost Tumbler   You can speed up the process of composting by placing the material in a tumbler and mixing it up periodically.  It also allows you to add new material as desired and mix it with older items over time as well.  This is a great way …

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How to Make a Simple and Rugged Tandoori Oven

How to Make a Simple and Rugged Tandoori Oven   Tandoori ovens are becoming increasingly popular outdoor cooking systems as more people discover their efficiency.   While most designs involve the fashioning of clay flower pots, they can also be fragile and easy to knock over and break.  Let’s take a look at a simple …

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How to Prepare the Garden in the Spring

How to Prepare the Garden in the Spring   It’s important to take steps to prepare your garden long before you start planting crops.  The best time of year to get started is in the spring after the ground softens as temperatures rise.  You don’t have to wait until the last frost has passed in …

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