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10 Essential Skills Necessary for Survival
February 19th, 2010This article was originally published on The Survival Mom blog.
Although it is important to be prepared for disaster situations, many are not adequately trained to handle the disaster situations in which they find themselves in. Having the proper skills and training will provide an individual with a well diversified knowledge base on how to survive during [...]
Disaster Supplies for Surviving a Flood
January 22nd, 2010Floods and flash floods can come on fast and can create critical and unpredictable situations that require people to stay in their homes or evacuate if the waters enter the home. The right supplies can sustain a person and their family until the waters recede or help them to evacuate to higher ground. Gathering the necessary [...]
Survival Food Series: Medicinal Plants for the Survival Garden
January 4th, 2010Plants have been revered through out history for their magical healing powers. In a dire situation where over the counter medicine is no longer available, many will be forced to turn their backs on modern medicine and reacquaint themselves with more homeopathic and natural forms.
In this type of situation, many will be turning to alternative medicines to alleviate and [...]
Storing Medical Supplies and Be Ready
December 18th, 2009Storing medical supplies in the home for a possible disaster could save some one’s life if they need immediate medical assistance. In the event of a major disaster, such as a hurricane or earthquake, if someone in the home is injured, emergency responders cannot always get to the injured victims in time. Experts suggest having [...]
Be Ready with Vehicle 72 Hour Kits
December 4th, 2009Words such as “extreme misfortune, ruin, and tragedy” are often used in conjunction with the word “disaster.” It is a fearful word that often catches a person off guard and unprepared when they are in the middle of it. But the word “evacuate” conjures up thoughts of mass chaos, confusion, crowded highway systems and fear. This word is usually linked [...]
Are You Ready Series: 72 Hour Kits
December 4th, 2009Many prepping websites have multiple articles on 72 hours bags (aka: bug-out-bags, blow out bags or survival kits). Every family should have a 72 hour bag ready, not because we should all run for the hills, but because there may be an unforeseen disaster where your family will have to make a swift evacuation. Certain [...]
Emergency Items: What Will Disappear First
November 11th, 2009Do you ever wonder if an emergency situation occurred what would disappear first? There are so many things to think about and plan for that sometimes, it overwhelms you and ends up giving you a big headache. Having a ready supply of food, water and batteries is not enough. What if someone gets injured?
Emergency Manual Information List
October 15th, 2009Having an emergency preparedness manual is the next step to fully preparing your family for an emergency. At this very moment you are already investing your time into reading what you should do to prepare. A G.O.O.D Manual (Get Out Of Dodge Manual) is an easy, non expensive way to have vital information nearby, when it is needed most. [...]
Essential Items for a Long Term Food Supply
February 15th, 2009When preparing for a long term disaster, it is essential to have provisions in place to secure long term needs. That being said, beginning a food supply must begin with research. Finding out how many calories a person needs per day in order to survive, and knowing how much food to store for the long term is [...]
Suggested Items for Short Term Food Supply
February 15th, 2009Gathering a three day food supply is useful for the home as well as for 72 hour kits. Begin by listing all family members (pets included) and keeping in mind any special health needs (allergies, diabetes, etc) for the members. Plan meals to meet a 1500-2000 calorie diet that are high in nutrients. Having a ready [...]
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