The Provincial Blogs Return

This may not apply to all Canadians, but for those in Ontario and anywhere east, please pay attention.Hurricane season is now in high gear.  The first major storm, Irene, is expected to reach cat.4 in the next 24 hours and seems to be poised to skim up the eastern coast of the US towards Boston. …

This Week On Movie Monday Victorian Farm Episode 5 Victorian Farm is a historical documentary TV series in six parts, first shown on BBC Two in January 2009, it recreates everyday life on a small farm in Shropshire in the mid-19th century, using authentic replica equipment and clothing, original recipes and reconstructed building techniques.  These…

One of the most important tools that you can have with you in any situation, from a household chore to survival in the harsh elements of the outdoors, is a high-quality survival pocket knife. You shouldn’t pick just any survival pocket knife, however. To ensure that you have a durable, versatile survival knife that suits…

Dear……, Since you have stated that in case of an emergency that you (and family) will come to my home to be taken care of, the following is a list of what you are required to bring with you and what is expected of you (and family members). Must bring: sleeping bag, pillow, blankets-for you…

So go ahead and check for yourself…  Google how much water to store or visit your favorite prepping website and look it up for yourself.  Undoubtedly you will find the same answer everywhere you look, two quarts per person per day for drinking plus two quarts per person per day for cooking and washing.  At…