Propane is not usually on the top of the list when we talk about fuel sources for preppers, but it’s still a valuable option that you may want to think about adding it to your emergency fuel storage. ...
There’s nothing more inconvenient than a broken air conditioner in the hottest part of summer. We inwardly groan, “Oh, no!” and wonder how on earth we’re going to keep cool. We’ve al ...
If you’re wanting to go “off the grid” and be as self sufficient as you can, there are lots of doable adjustments and changes you can make to your lifestyle. Hanging clothes out to dry, planting ...
Here is the scenario: You’re driving down the road on a regular day. You live in a somewhat rural area of the county and your home is about 5 miles behind you. All of a sudden your car’s engine just s ...
As soon as the power goes out, my kids assume that’s it time to party and they immediately enter camping mode. For whatever reason my husband has taught the kids that camping in the living room is the ...
The area where my family lives known for strong spring storms and tornadoes. We recently have come through a very harsh winter, very cold temperatures, and lots of ice. We also live in an area that i ...
When I was a kid I can remember some of the issues that we faced with our old home. It was a great house but it was not what you would call energy efficient. It was drafty, cold in the winters, hot in ...
As you prepare for any disaster scenario, energy should be at the top of your list. What would you do if electricity failed and there was no promise that the lights would return anytime soon? Fortunat ...
This winter has been unusually cold for many people. Much of the Northeast has received several feet of snow and the Midwest has been in the grips of a polar vortex for months now. The Great Lakes hav ...
Let’s play a little game. Imagine that you are sitting in your home watching the television. You and your family are enjoying the evening and you are all having a great time watching your favorite pri ...
