Posts by Chris Richards
Freeze Drying Tomatoes for Short & Long Term Storage
It’s been a little over a month since my new Small Harvest Right Freeze Dryer was delivered. I’ve finally completed my first few runs freeze drying tomatoes for short and long-term storage! I’m definitely still a beginner, but it’s amazing how getting a few batches under my belt has increased my confidence. Freeze dryers are…
Read MoreIt’s Here! Freeze Dryer Delivery & Set Up
It’s finally here! I’ve wanted a freeze fryer for as long as I can remember, and this week, my new Harvest Right was delivered. I’ll admit certain aspects of the machine and the freeze-drying process intimidate me, but I’m confident the advantages will outweigh the disadvantages in the long run. What I Ordered I decided…
Read MorePrepper Camp 2023: The Recap!
After listening to Brian’s Mind4Survival podcast episode with Rick Austin, the founder of Prepper Camp, I just knew I had to go and experience it for myself. I had heard about it here and there over the years, but I had no idea of the scope of the event until I heard them discussing it…
Read MoreDon’t Get Caught Making These 11 Prepping Mistakes
Whether you’re new to prepping or have been at it for years, everyone has made some prepping mistakes. Prepping can be a challenge, even if you’re a seasoned prepper. There’s soooo much advice out there that it’s hard to tell where to focus. Here’s where I think most people tend to get it wrong. 1.…
Read MoreEvacuation List Items You May Overlook
As preppers, most of us have bug-out bags packed and ready for emergency situations. Sometimes with an evacuation notice, though, you may have a small window of additional time to pack some more belongings. If you were told you had 30 minutes to leave your home, would you know what to grab? Think About It…
Read MoreSHTF Tasks for All Ages and Abilities
When we think about our SHTF survival communities, we tend to picture ourselves surrounded by strong, skilled family, friends, and neighbors working full tilt to keep the unit going. The reality is, however, that many of us will have people in our groups who are quite young, elderly, or physically disadvantaged. Heck, many of us…
Read MoreHow To Prepare For Rolling Blackouts
For most Americans, rolling blackouts were always things that happened to other people in faraway places. However, with energy insecurity on the rise, more and more regions are mentioning the possibility of rationing electricity this winter. Pre-scheduled rolling blackouts are now a possibility for millions of Americans, just as the weather is turning colder in…
Read MoreBug-Out Bags for College Students
When my youngest child went off to college in Boston in 2017, I packed him a pretty standard student bug-out bag and hoped he would remember to grab it in an emergency. I hadn’t given it much thought beyond grabbing one of each of the bug-out bag essentials. I verbally told him what was in…
Read MoreWinter Prepper Tips
If there is snow on the ground, always keep an eye out for unusual tracks on your property, especially around building perimeters. Don’t get caught in a winter storm without a way to stay warm and dry. Include things like hand warmers, beanies, gloves, and wool socks. If the power goes out during the…
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