Survival Food
Survival Food Series: Three Sisters Technique
February 9th, 2010According to the Native American legend, the three sisters, also called “Our Sustainers” were sent down from the “Great Spirit.” The sisters are inseparable and all work together in order for each sister to thrive. This trio: corn, beans and squash, have a symbiotic relationship that helps sustain the crops and gives them maximum nourishment.
The corn stalk offers itself [...]
Survival Seeds to Sow – Heirloom, GMO or Non-GMO
January 17th, 2010As many are beginning to take interest in buying seeds in order to secure their future, there is confusion as to what type of seed to buy. With the different varieties available such as genetically modified (GMO), non-genetically modified (Non-GMO), and heirloom seeds, it is no wonder why there is such confusion.
In a survival situation, finding the [...]
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 [...]
Survival Food Series: Essential Trees, Bushes and Berries
December 18th, 2009In a homestead environment, a person wants the land to work for them as much as possible. Wildlife will play a large part as a food source if people are living this type of lifestyle. Venturing out to play the waiting game when hunting for food can be time consuming and at times, unsuccessful.
Positioning specific types of plants and trees [...]
Survival Food Series: Edible Weeds
December 2nd, 2009When food is scarce, chaos and fear begin to set in. Instead of panicking, step outside and go for a walk and more than likely, food will be right under your nose. In an article titled, “What To Do When There Is No Food,” it was discussed that Mother Nature provides food, a person just needs [...]
Survival Food Series: What To Eat When There Is No Food
November 29th, 2009What will you do if your family is starving and there is no food to be found? This fear is always in the back of our minds. The answer lies in nature. Nature has all that is needed to survive. Even if wild game, berries, and plants cannot be found, there are still edible choices to [...]
Survival Food Series: 25 Survival Seeds You Need For Your Garden
November 5th, 2009Living off the land sounds as inviting as Christmas dinner. But many have hardly had adequate experience being “farmers.” In fact, many have had no experience at all when it comes to planting anything. That being said, the day is slowly approaching where each of us may have to trade in our company identification badges for a shovel and a pair of overalls.




