The fast and dirty answer is, YES. There are liberal preppers. The idea of being a prepper has long been associated with right-wing rhetoric, conspiracy theories, and extreme survivalists. Most liberals have distanced themselves from this (perceived) panic-driven, testosterone-fueled, apocalypse-focused, "crazy," gun-porn ideology. It's time to clear some things up. Prepping is simple, logic-based, and... Continue Reading →
20 Tips for Making Your First Bug Out Bag
Ash rains down outside your window, like snow. A wildfire is raging at the edge of your town. Noises in the distance grow louder as emergency workers announce on a megaphone that everyone needs to evacuate immediately. You look around you. No time to pack anything. You urgently tell your partner it's time to go.... Continue Reading →
35 Must-Haves for Your 72-hour Kit
A 72-Hour Kit is vital to any home. Ready.gov has suggested that all Americans try to have enough supplies set aside for at least 72 hours in case of emergency. It can be difficult to know what you need to include, so I have put together a list of 35 must-haves for your 72-hour kit.... Continue Reading →
You’re not alone.
This is an unprecedented time for all of us. Our Capitol has been attacked by insurrectionists. A deadly pandemic is spreading violently across the land. Our economy is holding on by a thread as we navigate massive income loss. There is little to no help from our government. In the midst of all of that,... Continue Reading →