Apparently, clean drinking water is not as readily available as many assume. You know, we regularly receive orders and phone calls from Florida residents because their water is less than desirable. The image to the left is an example of toxic algae that was found in the water at the Iron Gate Reservoir, about 5 […]
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I’d like to extend a cordial welcome to you! We look forward to providing you with great information to help you on your way to achieving greater self-reliance and peace. Please subscribe to our RSS feed and you will automatically receive updates as we make content available here. By subscribing, you will also receive a […]
Fixing what’s broken…The Ultimate Lifestyle or “Living the Dream”
Contemporary culture holds the idea that the ultimate lifestyle or “living the dream” includes: Never-ending amounts of money $$$ “Be[ing] your own boss” Complete freedom from “the daily grind” The ideas are attractive, don’t they? But how in the heck does this apply to self-reliance & preparedness/survival? Well, let’s bring things back into focus. This […]
Emergency Lighting: The Importance of Lighting
Many people underestimate the importance of having light available during an emergency, but what does that mean? Why is lighting needed? Here are five basic & obvious reasons: Safety Security Search & Rescue Utility Comfort Safety In the event of power-outage, disaster, or emergent event, distancing yourself from hazards and danger areas is crucial. When […]
Critical Thinking: 4 Food Storage Principles
Well, whatever the reason behind your interest in food storage, make sure to follow these four basic principles for storing food short-term & long-term: S.A.V.E. Store foods that you like & eat regularly. Add fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, if possible. Variety of food choices within your storage enhances the experience of using it. Educate & […]
The Sport Berkey: Portable Water Purification System
The Sport Berkey water bottle is the ultimate in personal water purification systems. Unlike the other Berkey water purification systems which are gravity-fed, the Sport Berkey provides on-demand purification. In other words, as you suck water from the straw, or simply squeeze the sides of the bottle, water is forced through its miniature Black Berkey […]