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Some of you have read my reviews of Jackery products. I continue to test them and use them on the farm because they have been very reliable sturdy. We have done a lot with Jackery products on our farm over the years. I was presented with the opportunity to test out the Jackery 1000 power center. This is a much larger power center than any I have tested thus far. It is an excellent choice for those that want a lot of power in a lightweight package. We received the Jackery 500 more than a year ago and it is...
You don’t have to spend a fortune to start being more prepared. With so many sites and forums talking about gear that costs a fortune, it can be easy for the beginning prepper to think that what they can do will not do them much good. That is far from the truth. In this post, I am going to list some items that can be a big help but are budget-friendly. The idea is that if you occasionally have an extra $5-$25, you can add something to your preparedness supplies. Over time you will be surprised what you accumulate towards...
I wanted to do this post just to have a good overview of survival gear that provides a good foundation for a variety of situations. This is a starting point article for those that feel overwhelmed with the enormous amount of gear and supplies being marketed to preppers and survivalists. Starting out with a good base and adding extras as needed helps you not fall into the trap of getting too much fancy stuff while ignoring the foundation items that will do the most for your odds of survival and help keep your mind and body healthy. The products I...
The everyday carry knife is something to carefully consider. While everyday carry sounds casual, the reality is that you are choosing a knife that you use daily so you want it to be something that is durable, affordable, and comfortable to use. Just like people, knives come in all shapes and sizes. Here are 11 affordable every day carry knives worth considering. CRKT Drifter 2.875 blade length 8Cr14MoV, 56-59 HRC Stainless Steel drop point blade 2.4 oz weight G-10 handle Thumb stud blade for easy and smooth opening Limited Lifetime Warranty. This company really stands behind their products, but I...
Lighters are an excellent item to have on hand. Matt and I are fans of keeping a bunch of Bic lighters on hand. If we are at the checkout at the store and they have a good deal on a pack of 5 Bics, we throw one in the cart. While we don’t do it every single time, just doing it occasionally ensures that we always have some reliable and inexpensive lighters on hand. This post covers disposable and refillable lighters along with a few useful parts and supplies. You may find that you want to have a variety of...
The importance of good lighting cannot be stressed enough during a short or long term situation. Without adequate lighting, injuries and mistakes become more common. Easy lighting options are more plentiful than ever. For this post, I wanted to talk about a wide range of lighting options for those that want to be more prepared and secure. I even chose to include an emergency radio that has an excellent light on it. Charging and power Some of the lights discussed have multiple ways of charging. If you are concerned about having some power on hand to keep lights and small...
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