(Natural News) When you think of survival gardening, the first thing that comes to mind is growing your own food and medicine. But did you know that you can also grow your own toilet paper? Apparently, some plants make excellent tissue paper, thanks to their soft and absorbent foliage. Here are seven plants with leaves for […]

(Natural News) When SHTF, you might not have access to food and clean water for days or even weeks. By taking the time now to store emergency food and water supplies, you can provide for your entire family even in a crisis. Here’s everything you need to know about food and water and how they fit into […]

(Natural News) Disasters often strike without warning, so it’s important to be prepared. Having an emergency bag you can take with you when evacuating can mean the difference between life and death in emergency situations. Ideally, your emergency bag should have supplies to protect you from the elements and meet health and first aid needs. […]

(Natural News) Water is essential for survival. People know that truism well enough to keep their storage tanks full. Yet when SHTF, most of these tanks won’t be big enough to last a year’s worth of drinking water. As this prized commodity slowly runs out, the need for a new water source, such as a nearby well or rainwater, will become increasingly clear. Here […]

(Natural News) Having the means to communicate forms a crucial component of survival. When TEOTWAWKI strikes, you’ll need to know what’s going on around you so you can plan properly and protect your family from danger. Having a way to communicate with other survivors will also allow you to find opportunities for bartering especially when you need […]

(Natural News) People with severe conditions are vulnerable to the hazards that come after SHTF. This is especially true for individuals who are dependent on medical equipment for their day-to-day survival. The elderly are the first people to come to mind in this situation, but they’re not the only ones who depend on medical equipment to stay alive. Anyone who relies […]

(Natural News) Once you’ve become proficient at prepping for short-term emergencies, you now need to prepare for survival scenarios that may last for months or even years. A nuclear winter, for instance, could bring months without clean air, fresh foods and cellphone coverage. This could spell trouble if you’ve only stockpiled on supplies that will tide you by for […]

(Natural News) You may be confident that your bug-out location has complete supplies and the latest tech. But remember: you’ll have to get there first. A lot of preppers tend to forget about their bug-out vehicles (BOV). For some, BOVs are only meant to carry you to your bug-out location, and that’s that. However, a […]

(Natural News) Preppers may want to consider basing their preparedness plans on where they plan to bug out and how long they plan to stay there. Surviving in the wilderness will require a different set of equipment compared to surviving in an urban environment. Likewise, short-term survival plans should prioritize items and needs that long-term […]

(Natural News) When going on a road trip, always bring these five survival essentials with you. Even if SHTF while you’re traveling, you’ll have what you need to address minor medical emergencies and car troubles. (h/t to ThePreppingGuide.com) A roadside safety kit Whether you’re on a short trip or going on a long drive, you need a […]