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The Pros And Cons Of Buying A Freeze Dryer For Emergency Preparedness

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  • Post last modified:March 16, 2025
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This article, along with the Q&A video, explores the key pros and cons of buying a freeze dryer for emergency preparedness. From the advantages of long shelf life and nutrient retention to the challenges of high initial costs and maintenance, I will provide valuable insights to help you make an informed decision.

Before making such an investment this big, it’s important to look at the benefits and drawbacks of buying a freeze dryer. Whether you’re a seasoned prepper or just starting your prepper pantry, my advice after two years of using a freeze dryer will help you make the decision.

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Why Do So Many Preppers Fear Technology?

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  • Post last modified:March 2, 2025
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Why Do So Many Preppers Fear Technology is an inspiring and timely piece that brilliantly captures preppers’ resistance to innovation and technological advancements in the face of a tech-driven future that could very well cause the issue preppers fear the most—being unprepared.

We investigate why preppers fear technology, whether it’s justified, and how one can navigate the inevitable technological progress without submission and loss of Freedom, with an emphasis on integrating technology into our preparedness goals.

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Monthly Prepping Plan For 2025 – With A Real Example Outline

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  • Post last modified:February 8, 2025
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Do you have a monthly prepping plan? A monthly prepping plan might be the perfect solution for those who forget to prep or those whose preps are all over the map, e.g., too much food, not enough water, little protection, a ton of information, etc.

I like the idea of a monthly prepping plan because it outlines a decisive plan of action while considering the need, timing, and season. For example, we know taxes are due in April in the US, and many accounts are renewed at the beginning of the year.

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Build A Simple Car Accident Preparedness Kit

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  • Post last modified:January 19, 2025
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A short video with a few tips on car accident preparedness. Potentially preventing a minor fender bender or police traffic from growing into something more than it has to be. With a few index cards prepared in advance and knowing what to do, we may be able to keep a bad incident from becoming worse.

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Emergency Preparedness For Seniors — A Practical Guide

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  • Post last modified:April 14, 2024
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Emergency Preparedness For Seniors is a guide with tips and considerations for preparing for emergencies while dealing with the challenges of aging. This guide is intended to isolate and identify potentially unique differences the elderly may need to address when prepping, bugging out, or seeking better preparedness for emergencies and disasters.

In this article, I cover Emergency Preparedness For Seniors and their Caretakers. Whether you are a senior, have family members who are older, or are the caretaker of an elderly person, this article was written for you.

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Random Non-Food Prepping Items You May Not Have Thought Of – Video

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  • Post last modified:March 19, 2024
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This is a short video in which I show seven random non-food prepping items you may not have thought of. These inexpensive items could come in handy during an emergency, supply line disruptions or even normal times. They are extra prepping items to add to your preps if they fit your needs.

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Financial Challenges — How Do I Prep If I’m Broke?

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  • Post last modified:January 28, 2024
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Financial challenges are not only common, they’re getting worse. In this article, number three of our Next Step Survival Prepper Q&A Series, I want to offer a little thought for those struggling with income and finances and seeking a better level of preparedness.

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What Over A Decade Of Prepping Has Taught Me. Was It A Waste Of Time And Money?

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  • Post last modified:January 21, 2024
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I feel like a little honest prepper talk. I’ll address what prepping has taught me and whether it seems like I’ve wasted all these years.

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