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Master These Emergency Food Cache Building Principles
TIPS FOR BUILDING A SURVIVAL CACHE Today, I want to talk about something that seems like common sense, but within it, there are a lot of things we overlook. Food Storage. Also known as caching, this component of preparedness is just as important as having the right supplies. Your cache...
The 2 Essentials Needed for Summer Travel
Each Memorial Day, we honor our fallen heroes. This national holiday is also the start of the summer travel season. If you're planning on getting away for a little summer fun - whether near or far - you'll want to read on. See, it's very important to take the preparedness...
The Three Little Pigs & Preparedness
The Three Little Pigs & Preparedness A couple of weeks ago, I sent loyal customers like you a note about the one "preparedness mistake to avoid." If you missed it, click here to read it. I was happy to see that a lot of you took that message to heart....
U.S. Debt Default - Gambling with Our Economy
MEDIA SLAMS "INSANE" PLAN TO DEFAULT ON U.S. DEBT In case you missed it, that was a headline from earlier this week. It grabbed a lot of attention, including from me, but not for the reasons you might think. To be fair, I try to stay out of the media...
The Right Preparedness Mindset Matters
The Right Preparedness Mindset Matters As an expert in preparedness, I often get asked for advice. By far, the most common question I get asked is something like: "If you could recommend I do just one thing to get prepared, what would it be?" This question is often easier asked...
Crisis in the Big City? 2 Principles to Prepare By
How to Prepare in an Urban Environment - 2 Principles for Preppers This week, I received a call from a neighbor. For the sake of her privacy, let's call her Susan. I could tell right away that Susan was tense and anxious by the tone of her voice. First, she...
Preparedness Lessons learned from Race for the White House on CNN
Preparedness Lessons learned from Race for the White House on CNN I've been wanting to share a story with you about these presidential primaries. CNN is airing a series called, "Race for the White House" with Kevin Spacey as the narrator. One episode in particular that captured my attention was...
Special Preparedness Bulletin - Family Edition
Special Preparedness Bulletin - Family Edition People often ask me: "What motivates you, Matt?" My answer always comes down to two things. The first I've written to you about many times before: history and the lessons it teaches us. The other answer is easy: family. This is true for everyone...
Declare Your Food Independence in 3 Easy Steps
Declare Your Food Independence in 3 Easy Steps Spring is finally here. In the Idaho panhandle, the snows have turned to rain, preparing the soil for this year's planting. Yesterday, as I checked in on my tomato seedlings I have in a sunny, south-facing window, I got that feeling again....
Financial Myth-Busting from a Survivalist
Financial Myth-Busting from a Survivalist Last night, I received a call from an old friend. For the sake of his privacy, let's call him Dan. Back in school, Dan was always the life of the party. His energy always made me feel like the future was bright - it was...
Disturbing Things People Do with Their Tax Refunds
Disturbing Things People Do with Their Tax Refunds Did you receive your tax refund yet? It's somewhat amusing to see what people say they'll do with their tax refunds. After working hard all year, many are impatient, awaiting delivery of the check from the government. Finally, the big day...
3 Reasons to Grow a Preparedness Garden
3 Reasons to Grow a Preparedness Garden A few days ago, as we turned over a new month, my mind turned to gardening. I know it's only February and many of us - including myself - can barely see the ground through the snow. But when I look out...
