Prepper Camp with Rick Austin

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I first attended Prepper Camp in 2017 and had a fantastic time. If you’re into preparedness, and since you’re reading this article, I’m going to assume that you are, Prepper Camp is the event for you! With that, read on and learn about this awesome event! What Is Prepper Camp? Prepper Camp is an annual…

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Ensuring a Safe Off-Grid Water Supply

Water Barrels in the Desert

Lyle, a Mind4Survival reader, sent me this question: “I just purchased an off-grid cabin in Northern Arizona that hasn’t been lived in for five years or more.  A local company hauls water to this and other parcels, and we have two empty containers for water, one of about 400 gallons and the other of about…

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Prepper Pantry: A Practical Guide to Stocking Your Kitchen

Person in Their Prepper Pantry

A well-stocked prepper pantry is essential in today’s uncertain world of societal turmoil, economic strife, and kinetic geo-political gamesmanship. Whether it’s natural disasters, power outages, or economic disruptions, having a well-stocked pantry also provides long-term security and peace of mind. The purpose of this article is to provide a practical guide to stocking your kitchen…

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Crisis Communication Plan (The What, Why, and How)

Emergencies can happen at any time, and they often strike without warning. Whether it’s a natural disaster, a medical emergency, or a security threat, having a plan in place can make all the difference in keeping you and your loved ones safe. That’s why every household needs a crisis communication plan. What is a Crisis…

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Potassium Iodide: A Nuclear Survival Kit Must Have

Potassium Iodide Tablets and Nuclear Explosion in the Background

As tensions between nuclear-armed countries continue to rise, it’s becoming increasingly important for preppers to include nuclear war survival supplies in their emergency kits. One such supply that is essential to have on hand is Potassium Iodide (KI). The world is edging ever closer to a nuclear attack, if not an all-out nuclear war. Tensions…

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163: One Disaster, Two Disaster, Three with Chris Richards

Disasters piling up on Brian

In this episode, Chris Richards and Brian discuss the compounding disaster Chris experienced at the beginning of COVID. COVID began to cause societal issues in January 2020. In February 2020, Chris’s daughter experienced a significant medical emergency. And, by early March, her son elected to take pictures of the Eifel Tower… no, not in Las…

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162: Grief as a Force Multiplier

Abstract art of grief

It’s an ironclad fact that preparedness involves more than just the superficial tasks of physical preparation. It’s also an unassailable fact that prepping must include mental and emotional preparation for one of the most debilitating aspects of disastrous times—grief. Grief is important to understand because all of us will most likely struggle with the impact…

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How to Manage Stress and Anxiety in Preparedness

A woman sitting in her living room

Managing stress and anxiety is an important preparedness topic that is often overlooked. It’s ignored because preparing for future struggles is often rooted in worry about future events. And, that worry causes us to place our preparedness ahead of all else.  However, that’s not to say that preparedness is not an excellent course of action…

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UCO Candle Lantern Review & Guide (2023)

3 UCO Candle Lanterns

The UCO Candle Lantern is an excellent product for every outdoor enthusiast. Whether you’re a weekend camper, or a prepper looking for an alternate, grid-down light source, the UCO Candle Lantern may be the reliable piece of gear you need. Its unique design, durable build, and long-lasting candle make it a great consideration for your…

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Suunto MC-2 Compass – Guide and Review (2023)

Suunto MC-2 Compass

You should always have a reliable navigation option with you when traveling outdoors. That’s because cell phones, which most people rely on for location services, don’t always work when away from the concrete jungle. When that happens, or the batteries on your GPS stop working, you’ll need the reliability of a compass to ensure you…

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