BaoFeng radios have become practical choices for anyone who is looking for a full scope handheld ham radio but isn’t eager to shell out hundreds of dollars. Some users might be dipping their toes into ham radio and others could be looking for an affordable communications solution for a large family. The BaoFeng GT-3TP Mark … Read more
As solar technology advances and prices come down, more people are using solar power for their homes and vans. One of the most popular sizes for residential and van use is the 300 watt solar panel. Let’s look in detail at how much power a 300 watt panel can generate. We’ll look at some common … Read more
If you are planning to use a propane generator during a power outage it’s good to have an idea of how much propane the generator will need. Fuel is often one of the first things to sell out during a disaster as most people turn to their generators to power electrical appliances. Propane generators are … Read more
When the power goes out for two or more days, the contents of your refrigerator are guaranteed to spoil. Without knowing when the power will come back on, you’re left to decide whether to keep the fridge closed to conserve cool air or start eating the food before it spoils. Having a generator that can … Read more
Imagine seeing bright flashes in the sky followed by darkness. You notice all the lights and electronic devices around you have abruptly shut off. As your mind races through likely scenarios, you realize even your battery powered mobile phone and laptop have shut off. When the cell phone finally powers back up, it can’t get … Read more
Here’s a map of all the Amish and Mennonite markets/stores in the USA. This is a full list with many post pandemic changes. Please comment below or email us if you’d like to make updates to the list. We appreciate your support. Did you know the Amish and Mennonites are natural preppers? They like to … Read more
The summer months when temperature rises to over 100 degrees can be brutal. With the frequency of natural disasters increasing, it makes sense to set up an air conditioner that can be powered by renewable energy. Running any appliance off of solar power is a simple energy in, energy out formula. In order to determine … Read more
I held off from crypto for many years. To be honest, I didn’t bother to learn about it. By the time it took off, the price of bitcoin had gone up so much I thought it had already developed into mania. I also figured governments around the world never support a decentralized currency that shifts … Read more
So you’ve decided that you’ve had it with power outages. It seems like every week, there’s news about some type of natural disaster causing people to live without power. After a few miserably long blackouts, you just want to secure a source of energy to keep your family comfortable. With tax credit incentives still in … Read more
Having the ability to generate electricity completely independent of the grid or any other fuel source is a powerful prep. If you don’t trust your government’s infrastructure to keep things running, then why not use a source of energy that’s completely sustainable, available and free. Machines and technology already help us with every aspect of … Read more