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5 Myths About Being Self-Sufficient

December 22, 2014 by homesteaddreamer

  Self-sufficiency means different things to different people. The definition Google gave me is “The quality or condition of being self-sufficient,” which is about as clear as mud, right? Some define it as producing everything they need themselves. Others define themselves as being “food … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Around the Homestead, Preparedness

10 Hand Tools Every Homesteader Should Have

December 19, 2014 by homesteaddreamer

Homesteading without hand tools is like trying to go scuba diving without an air tank. It's just not how you do it if you want to do it right. I'm not your typical female. I really don't care for shopping overall (especially clothes shopping) nor do I spend hours and thousands of dollars … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Around the Homestead, Preparedness

Book Review: Urban Emergency Survival

December 15, 2014 by homesteaddreamer

One of my favorite authors, Jim Cobb, is at it again! This man is a veritable treasure trove of  expert information that is not only practical and makes sense, he does so without fear mongering. His latest book, Urban Emergency Survival Plan is no exception to this man's knowledge and dedication to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Book/Product Reviews, Preparedness

Family Prepping Activities for Winter

December 3, 2014 by homesteaddreamer

Each season offers different opportunities to practice and master certain survival skills. Cleverly disguised as simple and fun family time, these activities play a secondary role that most people never really think about or equate them to being a ‘prepper skill.’ As you will see, almost all of the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: For the Newbies, Preparedness

Ultimate Stocking Stuffers for Survival

December 1, 2014 by homesteaddreamer

  Stocking stuffers: you either love them or you groan at the thought of shopping for them. If you have multiple stockings to stuff, it can get overwhelming and sometimes expensive. Then take into consideration the kind of stuff to get. I decided to create a list that will not only help you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: General Posts, Preparedness

Emergency Water Filtration Solutions

November 28, 2014 by homesteaddreamer

  Getting clean, safe water to drink didn't always used to be so easy. There was a time when people boiled absolutely every drop of water they used to drink and cook with. Even then, they would sometimes get sick. Water borne illnesses are particularly nasty and when consumed, wreak … [Read more...]

Filed Under: For the Newbies, Preparedness

Alternative Fire Starting Methods

November 20, 2014 by homesteaddreamer

Recently, I have gotten very interested in learning about alternative fire starting methods and several of you have also expressed a desire to know more. I knew we would be going on a hunting trip that would have us camping outside in freezing temperatures and thought it would be a good idea to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Book/Product Reviews, Preparedness

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