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To sustain you need to accommodate the triangle of life and be able to obtain or produce food, water and shelter. Living sustainably through natural food and energy production will make you more prepared for a crisis.

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To sustain you need to accommodate the triangle of life and be able to obtain or produce food, water and shelter. Living sustainably through natural food and energy production will make you more prepared for a crisis.

Fortify

The Survival Triangle: Food, Water, and Oxygen for Sustained Life

September 9, 2022
Food, water, and oxygen are all a part of the survival triangle. While shelter, warmth, clothing, cars, etc. make your life comfortable, the basics for sustaining your body and mind in a survival situation are limited to the necessities of food, water, and air.
Sustainability

Homesteading Starts Where You Live

October 22, 2026
Homesteading means producing what your family needs where you live. Learn the four systems of food, water, power and skills, plus first steps for this month.
Wildlife

The Mighty Bat: Guardian of the Night

March 7, 2024
Bats are fascinating creatures that often fly under the radar when it comes to discussions about wildlife. Despite their nocturnal habits and mysterious nature, bats play crucial roles in ecosystems around the world.
Chicory

Chicory Plant Uses: Why This Versatile Weed Deserves a Second Look

July 1, 2022
Chicory is a rather useful plant, although many ley-men regard it as a weed. Chicory roots, leaves, and flowers are all beneficial in more ways than one. The entire plant is food in one form or another. It's widespread growth, full use properties, and it's rich nutrients make for a one powerful plant. Chicory is a great alternate food source and comes in handy when supplemental nutrients are needed.
Rainwater

Rainwater Collection and Harvesting 101

June 28, 2022
Rainwater collection, or harvesting rainwater, is simply collecting the run-off rainwater from a structure to store for future use. This water can be used in a multitude of ways. When purified, rainwater can be used for various household activities; including drinking and cooking. Since rainwater is quite clean, deep purification isn't always necessary, especially when used for irrigation, gardening, or laundry.
Purify

Boiling Water to Purify: The Cleansing Begins

July 12, 2017
Learn when boiling water to purify it makes sense, how to do it right to kill bacteria and parasites, and which alternatives work when you can't boil.

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