With all of the “events” of the past few years, we have seen a massive rise of people who have a sudden (and very understandable) urge to begin prepping. No longer does the term “prepper” have a negative connotation. Not to say “We told you so”, but… As society is...
From the inception of this website, I have stressed the need for preppers to be able to defend themselves in a dangerous situation. I have talked extensively about firearms, firearms training, firearms equipment, etc. I talk about incorporating firearms into your EDC, and always having your EDC on you. Well,...
I received an email yesterday from a gentleman. His premise got me to thinking. The gist of the letter was that this guy had put “preppers” into the crazy category. He said he had scoffed at the idea of stockpiling food, gear, weapons, etc. He said he labeled it “nonsense!”...
Editor’s note: Please welcome AJ Santos to Plan and Prepared. AJ is the chief visionary and doer of things at The Nexus Initiative, proud Eagle Scout and lover of all things Sci-Fi. With the season 9 première of AMC’s The Walking Dead well underway, it’s only fitting we give tribute...
Editors note: Please welcome H. Davis to the site. H. Davis enjoys exploring the outdoors and loves reading up on new ways to prep his home (and car) for disasters. If you can’t find him online, you might be able to catch him at the gym or watching sports (Go, Broncos!)....
Plenty of articles talk about how to make large supplies and other preparations for various emergencies. In what follows, I want to take a different approach: I’m going to give you nothing but quick, down-to-earth tips of what to do and what not to do when these 4 disasters strike....
A while back, I wrote an article for folks that are brand new to prepping. If you missed it, click here to read it. Anyway, I got some positive feedback on that article, but I also received a few emails asking me to be a bit more specific. They wanted...
Having a cell phone during an emergency is EXTREMELY handy, and in my opinion one of the best things you can have on you during an emergency. Being able to contact others for help during an emergency situation is one of the fastest ways to resolve your crisis. As more...
Uber (Uber Technologies Inc.) is an American multinational on-line transportation network company headquartered in San Francisco, California. It develops, markets and operates the Uber mobile app. This app allows consumers with smartphones to submit a trip request which is then routed to Uber drivers who use their own cars. As of...
Before I get started, please know that this is NOT going to be a Public Service Announcement for driving sober, wearing your seat-belt, or not texting while driving. All of this is common sense stuff you should know and be following. Instead, this article is about how to deal with other...
Summer is just around the corner. So for millions of Americans that means the beginning of “Beach” season. Whether they are headed to a lake, the ocean, or even a river, people love the water. It is a great vacation destination. Though you might be on vacation, your preparedness should...
When you hear the word “Security” what words pop in your head? For some, they may think Paul Blart, Mall Cop. Others may think about the excruciatingly long lines at the airport. For preppers, I bet firearms are what spring to mind. Nothing better than a Remington 870 shotgun for...
Interstate 40 is the 3rd largest highway in the United States, running from Wilmington, North Carolina to Barstow California. Part… Read more…
If you are like me, you probably have people in your life that you love and care for who are… Read more…
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Should the day arrive that we experience a major, prolonged grid-down event, you may find yourself having to take extreme… Read more…
