Food Storage Moms

One of the most meaningful gifts we can give another person is food. Whether a neighbor has fallen on hard times, a family in our community is struggling, or a local food pantry is running low on donations, gifting food is a practical and heartfelt way to show we care. As someone who believes deeply in being prepared and self-reliant, I also believe that part of that mission...

Today, let’s talk about 23 things you may have forgotten to stock for disasters. When most people think about emergency preparedness, they picture water jugs and canned goods. Those are essential, no question. But experienced preppers know it’s the small overlooked items that can cause the biggest headaches when a disaster actually strikes. You may’ve spent months building y...

Emergency preparedness wish list: What do you need? Every family has a wish list. Maybe yours includes a kitchen remodel, a family vacation, or new bikes for the kids. But there’s one wish list that deserves a spot at the top of your priorities this year, and that’s your emergency preparedness wish list. Whether you live in tornado alley, along a hurricane-prone coastline, n...

Are you worried about your food being confiscated? If you’ve spent any time in the food storage and emergency preparedness community lately, you’ve probably come across the same worried question repeatedly. What happens to my food storage if the government decides to take it during an emergency? It’s a question that comes up in comment sections, in Facebook groups, and in me...

Here are some ideas within certain states about the best fruit trees and bushes to plant. One of the most rewarding things you can do for your family and your food storage goals is to plant your own fruit trees and bushes. Once established, they provide a steady harvest year after year with very little ongoing cost, and there’s nothing quite like walking into your own backya...