Light. When the power goes out, there is nothing quite as comforting or useful as having a source of light. But when the power goes out, do you know where your light is? Keeping a flashlight in a pre-determined spot (or two spots or five or more) can help you get the light on faster […]
ENDED Headlamp Giveaway from Coast Products
You know I love headlamps. They are so handy (or is it unhandy?) With a headlamp on, your hands are free to do whatever else you need to do like pitch your tent or feed the animals. They’re perfect for emergency kits as well–lightweight and convenient. Everyone should have one. Or two, or three. Well, […]
Headlamps are a Glorious Thing
Have you ever had to fix a car at night? What about reading a map in the dark? Or setting up a tent in the dark when you got to camp a little later than you thought you would? Or going out to check on the chickens or feed the horse after dark? Or just […]
Thrift Store Oil Lamps
I really enjoy browsing the thrift stores for preparedness supplies. I’m usually there looking for something else specifically, but it never hurts to browse the “miscellaneous” section or the camping/outdoor gear or look for canning jars or candles. Sometimes I don’t find anything, but sometimes I do. The last couple of times I’ve gone, I’ve […]
The Prepper Yard Sale or Thrift Store Shopping List
I love shopping at yard sales and thrift stores, and when I find one, I’m on the lookout for gear to help my preparedness efforts. Because most of the items you’ll find are used, always check the item’s condition well before buying. A $3.00 backpacking stove is useless if it doesn’t work. You never know […]
