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January 20, 2022 - "Extreme Weather Survival Guide" Get Ready a hurricane is coming. Do you have a plan? Should you leave home or stay put? Do you know how to access local alerts? At home, are you better off upstairs or downstairs? Is your yard in order? Where would you go if you had to leave home? Do you have what you need to make it through a power outage? What about family members? What about pets? Perhaps you’ve faced such an emergency. Were you ready? Did you even know what to do to be sure you were ready? Many face those questions in the heat of the moment, but it’s best to think the answers through carefully, long before the storm begins. This book tells you how. It will help you understand, prepare, survive, and recover. Read more

January 20, 2022 - "Sheep and Goat Medicine" A complete physical examination is the foundation of all medical, surgical, and herd health maintenance of a herd or flock. Appropriate identification of a clinical problem and its localization to an organ system allows the clinician to make a list of disorders for the differential diagnosis. From there, a diagnostic and treatment plan can be developed and prevention protocols can be instituted, if necessary. Read more

January 19, 2022 - "Build your own beekeeping equipment" Beekeeping is a fascinating adventure, whether you have one hive in the backyard to help pollinate your garden and supply a little honey to family and friends, or enough hives to produce honey for sale at your local farmers’ market or co-op. Read more

January 14, 2022 - "“De-radicalisation’ Scientific insights for policy” Following the terrorist attacks in Madrid (2004) and London (2005), ‘radicalisation’ has become part of the political discourse in Europe. Many European governments took initiatives to counter violent extremism. But the range of measures often lacks conceptual clarity and empirical validation. The aim of this book is to make policy answers to violent extremism more evidence-based. The Flemish Peace Institute asked seven international scholars to review the state of the art of empirical research on ‘radicalisation’. Read more

January 13, 2022 - "One Year Prepper Plan: A Monthly Survival Guide for Long-Term Planning" When you watch the news on any given day you can see plenty of reasons to have fear for the future. Between natural disasters, wars, violence, and financial collapse you can feel very anxious about your own safety and security. But if you are prepared, you’ll have no need to fear when things go wrong. With the One Year Prepper Plan you’ll learn how to be ready for a multitude of situations. Read more

January 13, 2022 - "Scenario: Travel/Work EMP type situation" You are driving alone. All of a sudden your car dies. You realize your car died...and so did everyone else's. Nobody's phones are working. You have a sinking feeling that an Electromagnetic Pulse went off. You are surrounded by strangers from all walks of life. Consider this everyone around you probably has very limited resources. Read more

January 13, 2022 - "Where Women Have No Doctor - A health guide for women" When a woman is healthy, she has the energy and strength to do her daily work, to fulfill the many roles she has in her family and community, and to build satisfying relationships with others. In other words, a woman’s health affects every area of her life. Yet for many years, ‘women’s health care’ has meant little more than maternal health services such as care during pregnancy and birth. These services are necessary, but they address women’s needs only as mothers. Read more

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January 13, 2022 - "Natural Birth Control for the Zombie Apocalypse" In very ancient times women had full control of their sex lives. It was common knowledge at the time that a woman could eat a leaf, root, or berry for birth control. A young woman would know these plants would work because her own mother would teach her about these plants. Her rights to sex and birth-control were unquestionable! Read more

January 12, 2022 - "Bats Your Organic Choice for Insect Control" Bats are not just some cute Halloween creatures but can aid your garden greatly. Why not invite them in? As you see before you stand a vampire and a bat. We know the vampire is not real however bats are and, in the past, they have received a considerable amount of bad PR. My name is Joe Parish and I am one of Sussex County Master Gardeners. For the last three years I have volunteered with the Delaware Bat Spotter Program. Read more

January 12, 2022 - "The Urban Biking Handbook: The DIY Guide to Building, Rebuilding, Tinkering with, and Repairing Your Bicycle for City Living"  We are currently in the middle of a cycling renaissance. In the last few years the do-it-together (DIT) bicycle community and urban cycling have exploded. All kinds of people are riding their bikes for an increasing number of their everyday tasks. Read more

January 11, 2022 - "How To Defeat Tear Gas In A Riot" In a collapse of civil order, a riot can break out in any number of scenarios. When a riot breaks out, one of the most common crowd dispersion tools used by police or military is tear gas. Read more

January 11, 2022 - "A few considerations regarding a backyard burial" Life always comes to an end, and we have to acknowledge this sooner or later. We prepare to survive and outlast pretty much anything the future throws at us, and we delay the end as much as we can. However, there’s little to no information within our community regarding the failure of our prepping plans that may lead to the passing of our loved ones. Read more

January 10, 2022 - "How to keep your house warm during a power outage"Wind storms, especially in combination with ice or snowstorms, can cause power outages that depending on where you live can last from a few hours to days or even weeks. Read more

January 10, 2022 - "Are You Prepped for Long Distance Travel?" Long-distance travel is a part of this time of the year, and even though the world hasn’t returned to normal, the economy has reopened to a great degree in most places. Some nations are still locking down in response to new variants, and a few are even turning into police states despite what true science is saying about the risks of the virus and its mutations. Restrictions and mandates are making it difficult or even impossible for non-vaccinated to visit some places, but traveling and vacationing are returning. With this travel though, how do you stay prepared on the road? How does prepping and long-distance travel mesh? Let’s take a closer look. Read more

January 10, 2022 - "How To Build A Fish Trap" It’s a pretty crazy world we live in these days to say the least. Although you don’t like to think about it, the chances are greater than ever that you will find yourself in a survival situation after a massive terrorist attack, a catastrophic natural disaster or the next world war. Most amateur survivalists have plans to hunt and gather the precious food they need to survive if they find themselves in a SHTF scenario. This is great but one of the surest ways to provide for you and the others in your group is by fishing. Read more

January 9, 2022 - "Kent County Master Gardener Workshops" These workshops are offered online and are free compliments of the Kent County Delaware Master Gardeners. Once you register, you will receive a link to participate by email. The registration deadline for all workshops is 24 hours prior to the workshop. See you online. Read more

January 9, 2022 - "BOB Checklist" You probably won’t need to include every single item in this Bug Out Bag checklist. Rather, the checklist is a starting point to help make sure you don’t overlook any important items. Customize the checklist based on your needs and Bug Out plan so you will be prepared for anything! Read more

January 9, 2022 - "DIY Garden Obelisk" Traditionally found in formal gardens, obelisks are fancy plant supports that have four sides and a pyramid-shaped top. In ancient times, obelisks were impressive structures made of stone. These days, they’re usually made out of wood or metal. Read more

January 8, 2022 - "Can You Eat Leeches in a Survival Situation? The Facts Explained" opefully, you will never be in a true survival situation that has you questioning what to eat to survive. However, should you ever find yourself in a pinch, many creatures are easily digestible, nutritious, and widely available in nature. One of these is the leech.  Read more

January 8, 2022 - "29 Ways to Prepare for the Hard Times Ahead" Personal catastrophes are happening all the time. National and global crises can have a devastating effect on countless people causing hard times for everyone. Is it possible to prepare for hard times ahead? Read more

January 7, 2022 - "Baseball Bat Weapon Modifications 6 Zombie Destroying Baseball Bats" These weapons are flat out dangerous and designed for entertainment purposes only. Recreate at your own risk. I’ve just finished a several week writing project that required way too much cerebral effort. Quite frankly, my brain hurts. After being trapped in front of a computer that long I normally feel like just going outside and blowing something up or burning through 1000 rounds of ammo as fast as humanly possible into my burning barrel. Not this time though. This time I fought the urge to be destructive and instead decided to do something constructive with my time, skills and energy. Something that would make the world a better place. Something, I decided, that would make my Mom and Dad proud. Read more

January 7, 2022 - "Top Auto Accessories You Need to Prepare for an Emergency" Don’t Get Caught Unprepared. Disaster can strike at any time. You could be at home when a major disaster takes place or you could find yourself in your vehicle out on the road. Whatever the case may be, it is of the utmost importance that you have a vehicle well equipped to handle any emergency situation. In this post, I’ll cover the top auto accessories you can outfit your personal vehicle with that will better ensure you are prepared when disaster strikes. Read more

January 7, 2022 - "How to Make Pepper Spray" Using pepper spray is one of the best ways to protect yourself for self-defense, preparedness, and survival. Unlike other tools, it is a non-lethal form of protection. This means that pepper spray won’t do anything detrimental but it will stop your attacker in their tracks. You can purchase pepper spray but if you really want to live that self-reliant lifestyle, why not make it yourself? Read more

January 6, 2022 - "Painted Ikea Sectional" I’ve always loved the look of faux leather sofa’s but couldn’t justify spending $4000+. A while ago we purchased the ikea ektorp sectional and initially had white slipcovers which were dreamy but totally ridiculous with kids haha. We then switched to grey slipcovers which worked better with kids but were kind of bland. After looking online I saw a tutorial using paint and fabric softener to create a faux leather look, and wondered how it would work on Ikea canvas slipcovers. So I didn’t have a wet couch with a toddler and a baby, I decided to paint the white slipcovers separately. Well, it worked and I am in LOVE!!!!!! Read more

January 5, 2022 - "26 Birch Tree Uses: Utilize the Bark, Wood and Leaves" Being prepared for a natural disaster is one thing, but true survival, in my mind, means living off the earth. If you end up somewhere where the birch tree grows, you’ll have a much better chance of doing that. Read more

January 5, 2022 - "The Prettiest Way to Keep Your Boots Standing Tall" Now that it's boot season, we are all thinking of better ways store our boots. When they are all slumped over, they wear out faster and can even crack. I've seen the trick using a pool noodle in a lot of places, but my version easily gives you a pretty way to keep your shoes upright. Read more

January 5, 2022 - "Building Your Survival Pantry Here’s Your List" e live with instability, and not just in our country. At any moment, some unstable leader of a nuclear-armed country could decide to flex his muscle and throw us all into survivalist mode. But you already know this, and you are either prepared or in the process. Read  more

January 4, 2022 - "Air Fryers Are More Than Hot Air" If you bought every new gadget and appliance that hit the market, you would have to move out of your home to make room for the gadgets. Some actually do make your life easier and some…well some do just take up space. Read more

January 4, 2022 - "How to Make Homemade Flour" Learn how to make homemade flour, from choosing a grain mill to grinding technique, with these handy tips. Read more

January 4, 2022 - “Badass Survival Secrets” - Each year dozens of American outdoor enthusiasts find themselves in an unexpected outdoor emergency. They get lost, injured, or stranded and suddenly find themselves depending upon survival skills to survive. For most people, thanks to modern communications such as cell phones and two-way radios, it is merely a sobering two- or three-hour adventure. Read more

January 3, 2022 - "Spy the Lie” Here is a useful read that will provide you with the valuable skill of telling if someone is being truthful to you. This skill will help you greatly throughout your life and is well worth learning. Read more

January 2, 2022 - "Homemade Flatbread" I love this Homemade Flatbread. It’s terrific for plain eating, for sandwich wraps, and for pizzas of all kinds. You won’t need any special equipment here. You can mix and knead the dough just as I do — entirely by hand. The dough bakes in minutes in a dry skillet. Therefore, you can have this bread on the table in less than one hour! Read more

January 1, 2022 - "How to Winterize Your Vehicle" Make sure your car is ready to face the harsh weather conditions of winter before setting off on your adventures into the woods. Read more

January 1, 2022 - "Executive Authority uring Energy Emergencies" Governor authorities and energy emergency response steps are typically documented in the state’s energy assurance plan. Governors can direct state energy officials to review and revise the state’s energy assurance plan to ensure the plan outlines appropriate authorities and suitable responsibilities and procedures for state personnel and external partners. Read more

January 1, 2022 - "Report on Countering Extremist Activity Within the Department of Defense" This report outlines ongoing work by the Department of Defense to address the threat posed by prohibited extremist activities. The Department of Defense has long prohibited Service members from actively engaging in extremist activities. Since 1969, the Department of Defense has provided policy guidance that enumerates the prohibition of specific activities, and has routinely updated its guidance to clarify prohibited activities, clarify the investigative authorities that commanders have at their disposal, and ensure that all military departments implement training on these policies. Read more

January 1, 2022 - "The Easiest Rust Remover" I’m a really big fan of rescuing objects, because I don’t believe in throwing things away that still have use in them. Sometimes though you get something and think, “that’s the end of this”, like this rusty pan. But then I found this great tip to remove rust from metal using coke and tinfoil. Read more

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