Author: denob

In light of the popularity of social media use, it was past the time that the Canadian Preppers Network started to take advantage of this technology.   We can now be followed on Twitter…the twitter name is @canprepnet.  If you use twitter, please follow us and help boost the popularity of emergency preparedness.   Also,…

OK, you know how everyone tells you to put a deck of cards or a board game into your emergency supplies to ward off boredom?  Have you ever thought to yourself that you wish there was something more in tune with your prepping endeavors to play?  Well, now there is!I recently got an advance edition…

One of my favorite Ontario preppers, Cam & Michelle  Mather runs a  self sufficient (or close at least) farm generating their own electricity, growing their own food, and generating their own income.  A few times a year, they offer a workshop at their farm called the Living Sustainably and Independently, Ready for Rough Times, Hands-On,…

Well – I’ve had a year to use my All American canners and I am ready to give a review!  I bought my All American’s at Lehman’s on a trip to the States last year.  I’ve had a 23 quart Presto for many years so after that much time I have some opinions!Each time I bought a…

A few months ago I came across a really good deal on milk – well – better than a good deal because it was free.  I had a $1.00 off coupon on milk that went on sale for $1.00. So I “bought” lots of them and stored them in the freezer. We’re a family that…

OK folks, you’re all gonna want to catch this one…Tonight on GoatHollow and The Surreal News, show host Doug will have a very special guest.None other than Brooklyn Bagwell, casting director for National Geographic’s Doomsday Preppers.This is a live show, so you can call in with your questions or comments!DO NOT MISS THIS!!!http://prepperbroadcasting.com/show-sch … at-hollow/

Situational awareness is vital to preppers and for good reason. As preppers, we need to be aware of our surroundings to safely conduct our business as usual.We also need to be aware of threats. Threats can range from recognizing that a storm is coming, to noticing that a stranger is lingering in front of your house,…

Somehow this month I ended up with tons of lemons, limes and little oranges. It pains me to throw away perfectly good items so I had to do my best to try to preserve as much as I could. I am not a fan of marmalade but that is certainly one great option to preserve citrus….

PRODUCT REVIEW MEAL KIT SUPPLY MRE – MEAL READY TO EAT Packaging – Delivered by UPS, the mre s come in a clearly labeled white and black box. Although this makes them easily found and identified in a prepper’s storage room, your UPS guy has no need to guess what’s in the box. Fortunately for…

It’s time for my annual challenge to EAT TO THE BOTTOM OF THE FREEZER.  This is a challenge I look forward to this every year.  You can read the post I wrote last year about this event.  It’s always fun and it’s a great way to force yourself to use up the bits and pieces that accumulate…