Survival

Over-consumption is the norm today, making nose-to-tail recipes more vital than ever. This sustainable, eco-friendly approach uses every part of the...

As a homesteader, ensuring the long-term shelf stability of your food supplies is a top priority. One essential protein source that deserves your...

Three generations of my family have used the same backyard storage pit. My grandfather dug it by hand in 1962. These were called "root caves" by...

Have you ever harvested potatoes on your homestead? It’s a feeling of pride, knowing that the fruits of your labor are about to become part of your...

Is it possible to make flour without using wheat? According to Grandpa—YES! Did you know that there are several common plants you can turn into...

Fresh meat is tough to keep in your homestead pantry, especially if you ate only canned meat for an extended period. It’s an excellent source of...

The silent threat to your food storage isn’t moisture or temperature – it’s insects. And these three will be your main culprits: pantry moths,...

Some years ago, I divided my harvest of Red Pontiacs into two batches: one I cured, and one I didn’t. By January, nearly half of the uncured batch...

If you want a way to make certain foods last longer, have you thought about turning them into powder? Many powdered foods, especially those high in...

The concept of vinegar first showed up about 8,000 years ago. Ancient people discovered that juice made from fruits would eventually turn into wine....

Winter brings unique food security challenges. Prices soar. Demand Increases. Panic Sets. I've tracked this pattern for years! Here are some foods...

Before the days of refrigeration and year-round access to fresh vegetables, folks had to figure out how to store their harvest to last through the...

If you ever need to rely on your own supplies for the long haul, home canning is a must-have skill. You can’t grow vegetables year-round—every area...

The Civil War was a horrible time in American history, brought on by enormous debate surrounding multiple issues between the northern and southern...

People have been canning for generations. Whether it be in true cans or glass jars, once we figured out how to preserve food, we were doing very,...

The Civil War's hidden battleground? Soldiers' stomachs. During the war, soldiers required sustenance that...

Native Americans spent thousands of years farming, gathering, and hunting for their food across this continent. Today, we'll take a look at some...

I remember my grandma's stories about the Great Depression - tales of scraping by on whatever food they could get their hands on. Never thought I'd...

Life as a cowboy in the Old West was tough, with few comforts. Cattle drives often kept cowboys on the trail for a month or more, and even on the...

Food stockpiling forms the backbone of homesteading and emergency preparedness. Yet, several critical errors can render even the most meticulously...

Being able to spot spoiled eggs without cracking them open is a handy skill for homesteaders, survivalists, or anyone living off the grid. It helps...

The storm rages outside. Power's out. Roads are blocked. Your perfectly tended garden? Decimated. Panic starts to set in as you wonder how you'll...

Canning most foods is nothing new to most preppers. Yet, only a few of you know that you can also can your bread. You heard that right. Bread can...

Imagine enjoying your favorite foods, fruits, and vegetables all year long without running out of your pantry supplies. Dehydration, a centuries-old...

Honey has been around for thousands of years and has always been an ingredient that everyone has in their kitchen. People have used it for its...

Dry storage is one of the greatest achievements of humankind. Drying fruits, vegetables, meats, and grains until they’re shelf-stable for months,...

We've all been exposed to the haunting tales and stark images of The Great Depression, prompting thoughts that such a calamity couldn't occur in the...

Preservation methods have evolved throughout history, from canning and pickling to freezing and dehydrating. One traditional method that remains...

My guess is none of you experienced a long-time hunger. But probably most of you are familiar with the feeling of skipping 2 or 3 meals. Not a very...

When the Pilgrims first arrived in America in 1620, they faced many challenges, including food scarcity and unfamiliarity with the local flora and...