Using sound judgment to be more self-reliant.
A natural or man made disaster (small or large) can takes out the power grid. It does not take long before lack of electricity affects us and it can take weeks to get the power back on.
How do I keep the food cold and the house warm? When will the power come back on? How do I keep the phone charged so I can maintain contact with the outside world?
We review emergency power options, so you have lights when the grid is down.
…In this article we’ll talk about 5 basic things you must include in a root cellar design, plus 10 tips for fruit and vegetable storage. There’s also a printable storage guide for over 30 fruits and veggies, and links to additional information at the bottom of the post.
A root cellar is a great low-cost way to store food – not just root vegetables, but other fresh produce, too. They require little to no energy to use and very little maintenance.
You can build in a root cellar when your home is under construction, but it’s also possible to add a root cellar to your basement, or build one outside your home.
The best roadside emergency kit for your vehicle depends on your needs. We have a short roadside emergency kit or car kit list, including “must have” items for every vehicle, and a longer, more detailed list .
The detailed list includes tools and supplies that are helpful for many types of emergencies. Choose the items that make sense for your vehicle, and keep them organized in a backpack.
…In recent years, many areas of the country have been hit with some heavy snow and ice storms – sometimes unexpectedly. We’ll share a winter vehicle maintenance checklist and winter car kit checklist to help you prepare for cold weather travel.
For help with winter weather starts, check out “Car Won’t Start in the Cold? Check Out these Troubleshooting Tips“.
…This post tells you everything you need to know about 18650 batteries. An 18650 is a lithium ion rechargeable battery. Their proper name is “18650 cell”. The 18650 cell has voltage of 3.7v and has between 1800mAh and 3500mAh (mili-amp-hours). There are two types; protected and unprotected. We absolutely recommend protected 18650 batteries. The average 18650 battery charge time is about 4 hours. Charge time can vary with amperage and voltage of the charger and the battery type.
