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Start Here: The EssentialsIf you do nothing else, do these ten. The fastest path from zero to genuinely prepared.Beginner10 lessons
  1. 1Start hereWhy Prepare? Risk, Mindset, and the Preparedness Pyramid
  2. 2Lesson 2Survival Priorities and the Rule of Threes: What to Do First When Things Go Wrong
  3. 3Lesson 3Water and Food Storage 101: How Much, and How to Keep It
  4. 4Lesson 4Building an Emergency Kit for Your Home
  5. 5Lesson 5Creating a Family Emergency Plan
  6. 6Lesson 6Prepping on a Budget: Getting Ready With Your First $100
  7. 7Lesson 7Basic First Aid: Essential Skills Every Prepper Should Know
  8. 8Lesson 8Go Bag Basics: Putting Together a Practical Bug-Out Bag for Immediate Evacuation
  9. 9Lesson 9Building an Emergency Fund for Unexpected Expenses
  10. 10Lesson 10The All-Hazards Approach: How to Assess Your Family’s Real Risks
Prep for a HurricaneGet your household ready to ride out, or evacuate ahead of, a major storm.Beginner to Intermediate14 lessons
  1. 1Start hereHurricane Preparedness: A Room-by-Room, Day-by-Day Plan
  2. 2Lesson 2The All-Hazards Approach: How to Assess Your Family’s Real Risks
  3. 3Lesson 3Creating a Family Emergency Plan
  4. 4Lesson 4Developing an Evacuation Plan for Your Family
  5. 5Lesson 5Creating a Communication Plan to Stay Connected During Disasters
  6. 6Lesson 6Building an Emergency Kit for Your Home
  7. 7Lesson 7Water and Food Storage 101: How Much, and How to Keep It
  8. 8Lesson 8Shelter-in-Place: The Other Half of Every Emergency Plan
  9. 9Lesson 9Flood Preparedness: The Disaster That Catches the Most People Off Guard
  10. 10Lesson 10Surviving a Long-Term Power Grid Failure
  11. 11Lesson 11Solar Power: DIY Kits for Off-Grid Living
  12. 12Lesson 12Basic First Aid: Essential Skills Every Prepper Should Know
  13. 13Lesson 13Emergency Preparedness for Pets: Plans, Kits, and Keeping Them Safe
  14. 14Lesson 14Post-Disaster Recovery: Assessing Damage and Prioritizing What to Fix First
When the Grid Goes DownKeep power, water, heat, and communications running through a long outage.Intermediate13 lessons
  1. 1Start hereSurviving a Long-Term Power Grid Failure
  2. 2Lesson 2Winter Storm Survival: Staying Warm When the Grid Goes Down
  3. 3Lesson 3Water and Food Storage 101: How Much, and How to Keep It
  4. 4Lesson 4Berkey Filters and Other Portable Water Purifiers
  5. 5Lesson 5Rainwater Harvesting: Building Your Own System
  6. 6Lesson 6Energy Efficient Cooking for Preppers
  7. 7Lesson 7Solar Power: DIY Kits for Off-Grid Living
  8. 8Lesson 8Wind Turbines: Small-Scale Solutions for Power Generation
  9. 9Lesson 9Micro-Hydroelectric Systems for Stream or River Power
  10. 10Lesson 10Off-Grid Living: Tips for Living Independent of the Grid
  11. 11Lesson 11Building a HAM Radio Station for Disaster Preparedness
  12. 12Lesson 12Building a Secure Communication System for Emergency Situations
  13. 13Lesson 13EMP and Faraday Protection: Separating the Science from the Hype
Start a HomesteadGo from bare land to a productive, self-reliant homestead, one step at a time.Intermediate15 lessons
  1. 1Start herePlanning Your Homestead: How to Start Without Burning Out or Going Broke
  2. 2Lesson 2Navigating Land Use Restrictions and Zoning Laws
  3. 3Lesson 3Building Healthy Soil and Composting: The Real Foundation of a Homestead
  4. 4Lesson 4Choosing the Right Crops for Your Climate
  5. 5Lesson 5Raised Beds and Greenhouses: Growing More, Longer
  6. 6Lesson 6Seed Saving: Building Your Own Seed Bank for True Self-Reliance
  7. 7Lesson 7Small Scale Livestock Raising: Chickens and Rabbits
  8. 8Lesson 8Caring for Chickens: Coop Design and Maintenance
  9. 9Lesson 9Canning Vegetables: Essential Techniques for Successful Canning
  10. 10Lesson 10Fermentation: Preserving Food With Nothing but Salt and Time
  11. 11Lesson 11Root Cellars and Cold Storage Without Electricity
  12. 12Lesson 12Rainwater Harvesting: Building Your Own System
  13. 13Lesson 13Berkey Filters and Other Portable Water Purifiers
  14. 14Lesson 14Solar Power: DIY Kits for Off-Grid Living
  15. 15Lesson 15Off-Grid Living: Tips for Living Independent of the Grid
Get Ready on a BudgetBuild real preparedness without spending a fortune: smart priorities and cheap wins.Beginner13 lessons
  1. 1Start herePrepping on a Budget: Getting Ready With Your First $100
  2. 2Lesson 2The 10 Most Common Prepping Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
  3. 3Lesson 3Survival Priorities and the Rule of Threes: What to Do First When Things Go Wrong
  4. 4Lesson 4Gear Philosophy: Buy Once, Cry Once (and Why Skills Beat Stuff)
  5. 5Lesson 5Water and Food Storage 101: How Much, and How to Keep It
  6. 6Lesson 6Building an Emergency Kit for Your Home
  7. 7Lesson 7Thrift Store Treasures: Survival Gear to Stockpile for Prepping On a Budget
  8. 8Lesson 815 Pieces of Budget Survival Gear Under $25 (That Actually Work)
  9. 9Lesson 9Creating a Family Emergency Plan
  10. 10Lesson 10Creating a Communication Plan to Stay Connected During Disasters
  11. 11Lesson 11Basic First Aid: Essential Skills Every Prepper Should Know
  12. 12Lesson 12Building an Emergency Fund for Unexpected Expenses
  13. 13Lesson 13Creating a Budget That Builds Your Emergency Fund
Bug-Out & Evacuation ReadyBuild a grab-and-go bag and a plan to leave fast and safely when you have to.Beginner to Intermediate11 lessons
  1. 1Start hereGo Bag Basics: Putting Together a Practical Bug-Out Bag for Immediate Evacuation
  2. 2Lesson 2Food, Water, and Nutrition Preparedness for Your Bug-Out Bag
  3. 3Lesson 3Clothing and Footwear Essentials for Your Bug-Out Bag
  4. 4Lesson 4First Aid Essentials for Your Bug-Out Bag
  5. 5Lesson 5Personal Documents and Identification Essentials for Your Bug-Out Bag
  6. 6Lesson 6Essential Communications and Power Sources for Your Bug-Out Bag
  7. 7Lesson 7Developing an Evacuation Plan for Your Family
  8. 8Lesson 8Designating Meeting Points and Contact Information
  9. 9Lesson 9Creating a Communication Plan to Stay Connected During Disasters
  10. 10Lesson 10Wildfire Preparedness: Defensible Space and a Go-Bag by the Door
  11. 11Lesson 11Using Topographic Maps for Navigation in the Backcountry

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The full library as seven guided courses, each running from its cornerstone to the finer details.

Getting StartedThe complete on-ramp for individuals and families. Start here.Beginner19 lessons
Module 1 Foundations & Mindset
  1. 1Start hereWhy Prepare? Risk, Mindset, and the Preparedness Pyramid
  2. 2Lesson 2Survival Priorities and the Rule of Threes: What to Do First When Things Go Wrong
  3. 3Lesson 3The All-Hazards Approach: How to Assess Your Family’s Real Risks
  4. 4Lesson 4Prioritizing Essential Items for Your Family’s Survival
  5. 5Lesson 5Survival Skills Categories
  6. 6Lesson 6The 10 Most Common Prepping Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
Module 2 Build Your Kit
  1. 7Lesson 7Water and Food Storage 101: How Much, and How to Keep It
  2. 8Lesson 8Building an Emergency Kit for Your Home
  3. 9Lesson 9Go Bag Basics: Putting Together a Practical Bug-Out Bag for Immediate Evacuation
  4. 10Lesson 10Prepping on a Budget: Getting Ready With Your First $100
  5. 11Lesson 11Essential Survival, Prepper, and Homesteading Gear for Uncertain Times
  6. 12Lesson 12Thrift Store Treasures: Survival Gear to Stockpile for Prepping On a Budget
  7. 13Lesson 13Long-Term Food Storage: Mylar Bags, Buckets, and Oxygen Absorbers
Module 3 Your Go-Bag, Piece by Piece
  1. 14Lesson 14Food, Water, and Nutrition Preparedness for Your Bug-Out Bag
  2. 15Lesson 15Clothing and Footwear Essentials for Your Bug-Out Bag
  3. 16Lesson 16First Aid Essentials for Your Bug-Out Bag
  4. 17Lesson 17Personal Documents and Identification Essentials for Your Bug-Out Bag
  5. 18Lesson 18Essential Communications and Power Sources for Your Bug-Out Bag
Module 4 Make Your Plans
  1. 19Lesson 19Creating a Family Emergency Plan
  2. 20Lesson 20Creating a Communication Plan to Stay Connected During Disasters
  3. 21Lesson 21Designating Meeting Points and Contact Information
  4. 22Lesson 22Developing an Evacuation Plan for Your Family
  5. 23Lesson 23Emergency Drills and Training That Actually Stick
  6. 24Lesson 24Shelter-in-Place: The Other Half of Every Emergency Plan
Module 5 Core Survival Skills
  1. 25Lesson 25Basic First Aid: Essential Skills Every Prepper Should Know
  2. 26Lesson 26Basic First Aid for Survival: Utilizing Natural Resources for Emergency Care
  3. 27Lesson 27Shelter Building
  4. 28Lesson 28Emergency Shelters: Quick and Simple Options
  5. 29Lesson 29Finding and Collecting Water in the Wild
  6. 30Lesson 30Using Topographic Maps for Navigation in the Backcountry
  7. 31Lesson 31Navigating with Nature: Using the Natural World for Guidance
Module 6 Disaster Scenarios
  1. 32Lesson 32Preparing for Emergency Scenarios: A Comprehensive Guide for a Safer Future and Essential Gear
  2. 33Lesson 33Natural Disaster Preparedness: Gearing Up Based on Climate and Disaster Type
  3. 34Lesson 34Hurricane Preparedness: A Room-by-Room, Day-by-Day Plan
  4. 35Lesson 35Tornado Safety: Surviving the 15 Minutes That Matter
  5. 36Lesson 36Earthquake Preparedness: When the Ground Itself Is the Threat
  6. 37Lesson 37Flood Preparedness: The Disaster That Catches the Most People Off Guard
  7. 38Lesson 38Wildfire Preparedness: Defensible Space and a Go-Bag by the Door
  8. 39Lesson 39Winter Storm Survival: Staying Warm When the Grid Goes Down
  9. 40Lesson 40Surviving a Long-Term Power Grid Failure
  10. 41Lesson 41Preparing for Supply-Chain Disruptions and Shortages
Module 7 Every Household
  1. 42Lesson 42Apartment and Urban Prepping: Readiness in a Small Space
  2. 43Lesson 43Emergency Preparedness for People With Disabilities and Access Needs
  3. 44Lesson 44Emergency Preparedness for Pets: Plans, Kits, and Keeping Them Safe
  4. 45Lesson 45Teaching Kids About Emergency Preparedness (Without Scaring Them)
  5. 46Lesson 46Coping Strategies for Managing Stress in Crisis Situations
Module 8 Resilience & Independence
  1. 47Lesson 47Building an Emergency Fund for Unexpected Expenses
  2. 48Lesson 48Preparing for an Economic Depression: A Strategic Guide for Americans
  3. 49Lesson 49Protecting Your Personal Data from Online Threats
  4. 50Lesson 50Reducing Your Dependence on Modern Infrastructure
  5. 51Lesson 51Building Community: Mutual Aid, Prepper Networks, and Neighborhood Watch
  6. 52Lesson 52Managing and Conserving Natural Resources on Your Homestead
  7. 53Lesson 53Most Likely Emergencies with an Authoritarian Government
More in this path
  1. 54Lesson 54The Plain-English Glossary of Prepping and Homesteading Terms
  2. 55Lesson 55Women’s Health in an Emergency: Periods, Pregnancy, Nursing, and the Supplies No Kit List Includes
Wilderness SurvivalismShelter, water, fire, food, navigation, and first aid, in priority order.Beginner to Intermediate36 lessons
Module 1 Survival Foundations
  1. 1Start hereSurvival Priorities and the Rule of Threes: What to Do First When Things Go Wrong
  2. 2Lesson 2Essential Survival Knots Everyone Should Know
  3. 3Lesson 3Primitive Fire Starting Techniques for Survival
  4. 4Lesson 4Advanced Fire Making: Friction Fire and Flint and Steel
Module 2 Navigation & Rescue
  1. 5Lesson 5Orienteering Skills for Navigating in Unfamiliar Terrain
  2. 6Lesson 6Signaling for Rescue: How to Get Found When You’re Lost
Module 3 Surviving the Extremes
  1. 7Lesson 7Cold-Weather Survival and Preventing Hypothermia
  2. 8Lesson 8Desert and Heat Survival: Staying Alive When the Sun Is the Threat
Module 4 Wild Food & Land
  1. 9Lesson 9Hunting and Field-Dressing Basics for Survival
  2. 10Lesson 10Navigating Land Use Restrictions and Zoning Laws
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  1. 11Lesson 11Survival Skills Categories
  2. 12Lesson 12Shelter Building
  3. 13Lesson 13Emergency Shelters: Quick and Simple Options
  4. 14Lesson 14Building a Long-Term Survival Shelter: A Comprehensive Guide
  5. 15Lesson 15Insulation Techniques for Cold Weather Shelters
  6. 16Lesson 16Identifying Edible Plants in the Wild
  7. 17Lesson 17Fishing Techniques for Survival Situations
  8. 18Lesson 18Traps and Snares for Small Game and Fish
  9. 19Lesson 19Energy Efficient Cooking for Preppers
  10. 20Lesson 20Survival Cooking Stove Technology: Innovative Solutions for Outdoor Meals
  11. 21Lesson 21Basic First Aid: Essential Skills Every Prepper Should Know
  12. 22Lesson 22Advanced First Aid for Serious Injuries
  13. 23Lesson 23Basic First Aid for Survival: Utilizing Natural Resources for Emergency Care
  14. 24Lesson 24Managing Illness and Infections in Remote Locations
  15. 25Lesson 25Using Topographic Maps for Navigation in the Backcountry
  16. 26Lesson 26GPS Devices: Choosing the Right Tool for Your Adventures
  17. 27Lesson 27Navigating with Nature: Using the Natural World for Guidance
  18. 28Lesson 28Navigating with Technology: Utilizing Various Devices for Effective Exploration
  19. 29Lesson 29Defending Yourself in the Wild: Preparing for Encountering Animals or Other People
  20. 30Lesson 30Navigating Legal Considerations and Tax Implications of Bartering Transactions
  21. 31Lesson 31Prioritizing Essential Items for Your Family’s Survival
  22. 32Lesson 32Finding and Collecting Water in the Wild
  23. 33Lesson 33How Long Could Your Pantry Feed Your Family?
  24. 34Lesson 34Wilderness First Aid: What Changes When the Ambulance Is Hours Away
  25. 35Lesson 35A Homemade Mosquito Repellent Recipe (and the Honest Truth About What Actually Works)
  26. 36Lesson 36Reading and Reshaping Your Land: Swales, Berms, and Passive Water Harvesting
HomesteadingFrom soil and seeds to livestock, preservation, and off-grid power.Intermediate65 lessons
Module 1 Plan & Grow
  1. 1Start herePlanning Your Homestead: How to Start Without Burning Out or Going Broke
  2. 2Lesson 2Building Healthy Soil and Composting: The Real Foundation of a Homestead
  3. 3Lesson 3Choosing the Right Crops for Your Climate
  4. 4Lesson 4Raised Beds and Greenhouses: Growing More, Longer
  5. 5Lesson 5Seed Saving: Building Your Own Seed Bank for True Self-Reliance
Module 2 Permaculture & Regenerative Design
  1. 6Lesson 6Permaculture Zones and Sectors: A Layout Method for Your Homestead
  2. 7Lesson 7Building a Fruit Tree Guild: Companion Plants That Do the Work for You
  3. 8Lesson 8Backyard Food Forest: Growing Food in Layers Like a Forest
  4. 9Lesson 9Reading and Reshaping Your Land: Swales, Berms, and Passive Water Harvesting
  5. 10Lesson 10Perennial Vegetables: Plant Once, Harvest for Years
Module 3 Landscaping & Edible Plants
  1. 11Lesson 11Cold-Hardy Fruit and Nut Trees for Your Growing Zone
  2. 12Lesson 12Berry Bushes and Edible Shrubs for Food Security
  3. 13Lesson 13Fast-Growing Shade and Privacy Trees and Flowering Shrubs for a Resilient Property
  4. 14Lesson 14Low-Care Landscape and Groundcover Roses for a Resilient Yard
Module 4 Raising Animals
  1. 15Lesson 15Small Scale Livestock Raising: Chickens and Rabbits
  2. 16Lesson 16Caring for Chickens: Coop Design and Maintenance
  3. 17Lesson 17Raising Rabbits: Breeding and Butchering Techniques
  4. 18Lesson 18Dairy Farming: Milking Cows, Goats, and Other Livestock
Module 5 Beekeeping
  1. 19Lesson 19Beekeeping for Preppers and Homesteaders: Hives, Care, and Harvest
Module 6 Aquaculture
  1. 20Lesson 20Aquaponics and Hydroponics Systems for Year-Round Production
  2. 21Lesson 21Raising Tilapia: A Beginner’s Guide to Freshwater Fish Farming
  3. 22Lesson 22Building a Pond for Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS): A Comprehensive Guide
  4. 23Lesson 23Maintaining Water Quality and Preventing Disease in Your Fish Ponds
Module 7 Preserving the Harvest
  1. 24Lesson 24Canning Vegetables: Essential Techniques for Successful Canning
  2. 25Lesson 25Dehydrating Fruits and Meats: Tips for Efficient Drying
  3. 26Lesson 26Smoking Fish and Meats: Traditional Methods and Modern Equipment
  4. 27Lesson 27Fermentation: Preserving Food With Nothing but Salt and Time
  5. 28Lesson 28Root Cellars and Cold Storage Without Electricity
Module 8 Water, Power & Cooking
  1. 29Lesson 29Rainwater Harvesting: Building Your Own System
  2. 30Lesson 30Berkey Filters and Other Portable Water Purifiers
  3. 31Lesson 31Desalination Techniques for Coastal Homesteaders
  4. 32Lesson 32Solar Power: DIY Kits for Off-Grid Living
  5. 33Lesson 33Wind Turbines: Small-Scale Solutions for Power Generation
  6. 34Lesson 34Micro-Hydroelectric Systems for Stream or River Power
  7. 35Lesson 35Off-Grid Living: Tips for Living Independent of the Grid
  8. 36Lesson 36Energy Efficient Cooking for Preppers
  9. 37Lesson 37Survival Cooking Stove Technology: Innovative Solutions for Outdoor Meals
Module 9 Wild Food & Crafts
  1. 38Lesson 38Identifying Edible Plants in the Wild
  2. 39Lesson 39Fishing Techniques for Survival Situations
  3. 40Lesson 40Traps and Snares for Small Game and Fish
  4. 41Lesson 41USA Common Wild Food and Nutritional Value
  5. 42Lesson 42Homestead Crafts: Making Your Own Soap, Candles, and Dairy
Module 10 Shelter & Structures
  1. 43Lesson 43Building a Long-Term Survival Shelter: A Comprehensive Guide
  2. 44Lesson 44Insulation Techniques for Cold Weather Shelters
More in this path
  1. 45Lesson 45Basic First Aid for Survival: Utilizing Natural Resources for Emergency Care
  2. 46Lesson 46Defending Yourself in the Wild: Preparing for Encountering Animals or Other People
  3. 47Lesson 47Creating a Layered Home Security Plan
  4. 48Lesson 48Non-Lethal Options for Deterring Home Invasions
  5. 49Lesson 49Creating an Off-Grid Communications System using Satellite Phones
  6. 50Lesson 50Managing and Conserving Natural Resources on Your Homestead
  7. 51Lesson 51Reducing Your Dependence on Modern Infrastructure
  8. 52Lesson 52Sustainable Forestry Practices for Timber and Firewood Production
  9. 53Lesson 53Long-Term Food Storage: Mylar Bags, Buckets, and Oxygen Absorbers
  10. 54Lesson 54How Long Could Your Pantry Feed Your Family?
  11. 55Lesson 55Power Stations and Battery Banks: How to Size Backup Power That Actually Works
  12. 56Lesson 56A Homemade Mosquito Repellent Recipe (and the Honest Truth About What Actually Works)
  13. 57Lesson 57Cooking When the Power’s Out: Off-Grid and Emergency Cooking Methods
  14. 58Lesson 58The Home Herbal Apothecary: How to Dry, Store, and Organize Your Herbs
  15. 59Lesson 59Power Banks and Portable Battery Stations: How to Choose
  16. 60Lesson 60The Prepper’s Battery and Charger Setup: Standardize, Rotate, Stay Powered
  17. 61Lesson 61Keeping a Backyard Flock Alive Through a Bird Flu Season
  18. 62Lesson 62The Beef Squeeze: Why Prices Are Not Snapping Back, and How to Buy Meat Outside the Grocery Store
  19. 63Lesson 63Building a Rocket Mass Heater: The Ratios, the Math, and the Build Sequence
  20. 64Lesson 64Rocket Mass Heaters: How They Work, and Whether You Should Build One
  21. 65Lesson 65Cool Roofs: The Physics Nobody Disputes, the Lobbying You Were Not Told About, and What Actually Belongs on Your Roof
Disaster PreparednessWhat to do before, during, and after every kind of emergency.Beginner to Intermediate30 lessons
Module 1 Understand the Threat
  1. 1Start hereThe All-Hazards Approach: How to Assess Your Family’s Real Risks
  2. 2Lesson 2Shelter-in-Place: The Other Half of Every Emergency Plan
Module 2 Natural Disasters
  1. 3Lesson 3Hurricane Preparedness: A Room-by-Room, Day-by-Day Plan
  2. 4Lesson 4Tornado Safety: Surviving the 15 Minutes That Matter
  3. 5Lesson 5Earthquake Preparedness: When the Ground Itself Is the Threat
  4. 6Lesson 6Flood Preparedness: The Disaster That Catches the Most People Off Guard
  5. 7Lesson 7Wildfire Preparedness: Defensible Space and a Go-Bag by the Door
  6. 8Lesson 8Winter Storm Survival: Staying Warm When the Grid Goes Down
Module 3 Grid & Infrastructure
  1. 9Lesson 9Surviving a Long-Term Power Grid Failure
  2. 10Lesson 10Preparing for Supply-Chain Disruptions and Shortages
  3. 11Lesson 11EMP and Faraday Protection: Separating the Science from the Hype
Module 4 Human-Caused & Health Threats
  1. 12Lesson 12Pandemic and Disease Outbreak Preparedness
  2. 13Lesson 13Staying Safe During Civil Unrest
  3. 14Lesson 14Nuclear and Radiological Emergencies: Get Inside, Stay Inside, Stay Tuned
Module 5 After the Disaster
  1. 15Lesson 15Post-Disaster Recovery: Assessing Damage and Prioritizing What to Fix First
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  1. 16Lesson 16Natural Disaster Preparedness: Gearing Up Based on Climate and Disaster Type
  2. 17Lesson 17Advanced First Aid for Serious Injuries
  3. 18Lesson 18Managing Illness and Infections in Remote Locations
  4. 19Lesson 19Understanding the Stages of Disaster Response
  5. 20Lesson 20Building Resilience and Mental Toughness
  6. 21Lesson 21Collaborating with Medical Professionals, Caregivers, and Family Members
  7. 22Lesson 22Creating a Communication Plan to Stay Connected During Disasters
  8. 23Lesson 23Emergency Radios Compared: Weather Alert, AM/FM, Two-Way, and Ham, and Which You Actually Need
  9. 24Lesson 24The Vehicle Emergency Kit: What to Actually Keep in Your Car, Season by Season
  10. 25Lesson 25Norovirus, Cyclospora, and Foodborne Illness: A Preparedness Guide to Outbreak Season
  11. 26Lesson 26Cooking When the Power’s Out: Off-Grid and Emergency Cooking Methods
  12. 27Lesson 27The 2026 Heat Dome: What the Record Heat Over the US and Canada Means, and How to Get Through It
  13. 28Lesson 28Keeping a Backyard Flock Alive Through a Bird Flu Season
  14. 29Lesson 29A Record El Niño Is Building: What It Means for the Rest of Hurricane Season and the Winter Ahead
  15. 30Lesson 30When the Tap Is the Problem: Boil Notices, Do-Not-Drink Advisories, Lead, and PFAS
Health and SafetyFirst aid, home defense, personal safety, and digital security.Intermediate42 lessons
Module 1 Medical Capability
  1. 1Start hereMedical Preparedness: Building Real Capability Before You Need It
  2. 2Lesson 2Basic First Aid: Essential Skills Every Prepper Should Know
  3. 3Lesson 3Advanced First Aid for Serious Injuries
  4. 4Lesson 4Building a Trauma Kit That Can Actually Save a Life
  5. 5Lesson 5Stockpiling Prescription Medications Safely and Legally
Module 2 Illness & Natural Remedies
  1. 6Lesson 6Managing Illness and Infections in Remote Locations
  2. 7Lesson 7Herbal Remedies and Natural First Aid for the Home
  3. 8Lesson 8Handling Dental Emergencies When There’s No Dentist
  4. 9Lesson 9Collaborating with Medical Professionals, Caregivers, and Family Members
  5. 10Lesson 10Sanitation When the Water Stops: Staying Healthy When You Cannot Just Flush and Wash
Module 3 Personal Safety & Defense
  1. 11Lesson 11Situational Awareness and OPSEC: Staying Safe by Staying Aware
  2. 12Lesson 12Non-Lethal Options for Deterring Home Invasions
  3. 13Lesson 13Learning Self-Defense Strategies for Women, Children, and the Elderly
  4. 14Lesson 14Alternative Self-Defense Weapons: Legal Options for Non-Gun and Non-Hand-to-Hand Combat
Module 4 Resilience & Secure Comms
  1. 15Lesson 15Building Resilience and Mental Toughness
  2. 16Lesson 16Secure Communications for Preppers: Privacy, Encryption, and Staying Connected
  3. 17Lesson 17Understanding the Stages of Disaster Response
More in this path
  1. 18Lesson 18Basic First Aid for Survival: Utilizing Natural Resources for Emergency Care
  2. 19Lesson 19Choosing the Right Firearm for Home Defense
  3. 20Lesson 20Defending Yourself in the Wild: Preparing for Encountering Animals or Other People
  4. 21Lesson 21Creating a Layered Home Security Plan
  5. 22Lesson 22Coping Strategies for Managing Stress in Crisis Situations
  6. 23Lesson 23Building an Emergency Kit for Your Home
  7. 24Lesson 24Building Fences, Gates, and Other Barriers to Deter Trespassers
  8. 25Lesson 25Creating a Family Emergency Plan
  9. 26Lesson 26Designating Meeting Points and Contact Information
  10. 27Lesson 27Emergency Preparedness for Pets: Plans, Kits, and Keeping Them Safe
  11. 28Lesson 28Developing an Evacuation Plan for Your Family
  12. 29Lesson 29Emergency Preparedness for People With Disabilities and Access Needs
  13. 30Lesson 30Installing Security Cameras and Motion Detectors for Deterrence
  14. 31Lesson 31Protecting Your Homestead from Theft, Vandalism, and Unauthorized Access
  15. 32Lesson 32Protecting Your Personal Data from Online Threats
  16. 33Lesson 33Teaching Kids About Emergency Preparedness (Without Scaring Them)
  17. 34Lesson 34Training in Martial Arts and Other Physical Defense Techniques
  18. 35Lesson 35Understanding Legal Considerations when Carrying a Concealed Handgun
  19. 36Lesson 36Wilderness First Aid: What Changes When the Ambulance Is Hours Away
  20. 37Lesson 37Norovirus, Cyclospora, and Foodborne Illness: A Preparedness Guide to Outbreak Season
  21. 38Lesson 38A Homemade Mosquito Repellent Recipe (and the Honest Truth About What Actually Works)
  22. 39Lesson 39The Home Herbal Apothecary: How to Dry, Store, and Organize Your Herbs
  23. 40Lesson 40The 2026 Heat Dome: What the Record Heat Over the US and Canada Means, and How to Get Through It
  24. 41Lesson 41When the Tap Is the Problem: Boil Notices, Do-Not-Drink Advisories, Lead, and PFAS
  25. 42Lesson 42Women’s Health in an Emergency: Periods, Pregnancy, Nursing, and the Supplies No Kit List Includes
EconomicEmergency funds, tangible assets, and real financial resilience.Intermediate20 lessons
Module 1 Money Foundations
  1. 1Start hereFinancial Resilience: The Preparedness Money Pyramid
  2. 2Lesson 2Building an Emergency Fund for Unexpected Expenses
  3. 3Lesson 3Creating a Budget That Builds Your Emergency Fund
  4. 4Lesson 4Establishing Multiple Savings Accounts for Diversification
  5. 5Lesson 5Using High-Yield Savings Accounts and CDs for Maximum Growth
Module 2 Debt, Law & Downturns
  1. 6Lesson 6Preparing for an Economic Depression: A Strategic Guide for Americans
  2. 7Lesson 7Prioritizing Expenses and Income Sources to Maximize Savings
  3. 8Lesson 8Preparing for Potential Legal Challenges in a Post-Disaster Scenario
  4. 9Lesson 9Protecting Your Property Rights during Crisis Situations
  5. 10Lesson 10Understanding Local Laws and Regulations Affecting Preppers and Homesteaders
Module 3 Precious Metals
  1. 11Lesson 11Precious Metals: A Plain-Language Primer for Preppers
Module 4 Investing & Diversification
  1. 12Lesson 12Diversifying Your Portfolio to Minimize Risk and Maximize Returns
  2. 13Lesson 13Leveraging the Power of Collective Investment for Local Economic Development
Module 5 Alternative Economies
  1. 14Lesson 14Bartering: Building a Trade Network for When Cash Falls Short
  2. 15Lesson 15Navigating Legal Considerations and Tax Implications of Bartering Transactions
  3. 16Lesson 16Creating a Local Currency System for Increased Financial Independence
  4. 17Lesson 17Establishing Community-Owned Banks and Credit Unions for Affordable Lending
  5. 18Lesson 18Cryptocurrency and DeFi for Preppers: A Clear-Eyed Guide
  6. 19Lesson 19Designing a Decentralized Network for Peer-to-Peer Transactions
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  1. 20Lesson 20Most Likely Emergencies with an Authoritarian Government
  2. 21Lesson 21Income Resilience: Why Skills Are Currency and One Paycheck Is a Single Point of Failure
Gear and EquipmentHonest, tested buyer's guides and loadouts for every budget.All levels52 lessons
Module 1 Gear Philosophy & Buyer's Guides
  1. 1Start hereGear Philosophy: Buy Once, Cry Once (and Why Skills Beat Stuff)
  2. 2Lesson 2The Best Survival Knives and Multi-Tools (Tested Picks for Every Budget)
  3. 3Lesson 3The Best First Aid and Trauma Kits for Preppers and Families
  4. 4Lesson 415 Pieces of Budget Survival Gear Under $25 (That Actually Work)
  5. 5Lesson 5The Best Headlamps for Preparedness and Everyday Carry
Module 2 Lighting & Power
  1. 6Lesson 6Flashlight Buyer’s Guide: Choosing an EDC or Tactical Light
  2. 7Lesson 7Emergency and Camp Lanterns: Area Light When the Grid Is Down
  3. 8Lesson 8The Prepper’s Battery and Charger Setup: Standardize, Rotate, Stay Powered
  4. 9Lesson 9Power Banks and Portable Battery Stations: How to Choose
Module 3 Navigation Gear
  1. 10Lesson 10GPS Devices: Choosing the Right Tool for Your Adventures
  2. 11Lesson 11Navigating with Technology: Utilizing Various Devices for Effective Exploration
Module 4 Communications
  1. 12Lesson 12Building a HAM Radio Station for Disaster Preparedness
  2. 13Lesson 13Understanding HF Radio Operation and Frequencies
  3. 14Lesson 14Building a Secure Communication System for Emergency Situations
  4. 15Lesson 15Choosing the Right Satellite Phone for Your Needs
  5. 16Lesson 16Creating an Off-Grid Communications System using Satellite Phones
  6. 17Lesson 17Securing Your Home Network with a Firewall and VPN
Module 5 Off-Grid Power
  1. 18Lesson 18Solar Power: DIY Kits for Off-Grid Living
  2. 19Lesson 19Wind Turbines: Small-Scale Solutions for Power Generation
  3. 20Lesson 20Micro-Hydroelectric Systems for Stream or River Power
  4. 21Lesson 21Off-Grid Living: Tips for Living Independent of the Grid
Module 6 Home & Property Security
  1. 22Lesson 22Creating a Layered Home Security Plan
  2. 23Lesson 23Installing Security Cameras and Motion Detectors for Deterrence
  3. 24Lesson 24Building Fences, Gates, and Other Barriers to Deter Trespassers
  4. 25Lesson 25Protecting Your Homestead from Theft, Vandalism, and Unauthorized Access
  5. 26Lesson 26Sustainable Forestry Practices for Timber and Firewood Production
Module 7 Personal Defense
  1. 27Lesson 27Choosing the Right Firearm for Home Defense
  2. 28Lesson 28Understanding Legal Considerations when Carrying a Concealed Handgun
  3. 29Lesson 29Alternative Self-Defense Weapons: Legal Options for Non-Gun and Non-Hand-to-Hand Combat
  4. 30Lesson 30Learning Self-Defense Strategies for Women, Children, and the Elderly
  5. 31Lesson 31Training in Martial Arts and Other Physical Defense Techniques
  6. 32Lesson 32Defending Yourself in the Wild: Preparing for Encountering Animals or Other People
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  1. 33Lesson 33Essential Survival, Prepper, and Homesteading Gear for Uncertain Times
  2. 34Lesson 34Go Bag Basics: Putting Together a Practical Bug-Out Bag for Immediate Evacuation
  3. 35Lesson 35Preparing for Emergency Scenarios: A Comprehensive Guide for a Safer Future and Essential Gear
  4. 36Lesson 36Natural Disaster Preparedness: Gearing Up Based on Climate and Disaster Type
  5. 37Lesson 37Food, Water, and Nutrition Preparedness for Your Bug-Out Bag
  6. 38Lesson 38Clothing and Footwear Essentials for Your Bug-Out Bag
  7. 39Lesson 39First Aid Essentials for Your Bug-Out Bag
  8. 40Lesson 40Personal Documents and Identification Essentials for Your Bug-Out Bag
  9. 41Lesson 41Essential Communications and Power Sources for Your Bug-Out Bag
  10. 42Lesson 42Thrift Store Treasures: Survival Gear to Stockpile for Prepping On a Budget
  11. 43Lesson 43Shelter Building
  12. 44Lesson 44Emergency Shelters: Quick and Simple Options
  13. 45Lesson 45Survival Cooking Stove Technology: Innovative Solutions for Outdoor Meals
  14. 46Lesson 46Using Topographic Maps for Navigation in the Backcountry
  15. 47Lesson 47Smoking Fish and Meats: Traditional Methods and Modern Equipment
  16. 48Lesson 48Secure Communications for Preppers: Privacy, Encryption, and Staying Connected
  17. 49Lesson 49Emergency Radios Compared: Weather Alert, AM/FM, Two-Way, and Ham, and Which You Actually Need
  18. 50Lesson 50Everyday Carry for Normal People: A Practical EDC Setup That Fits in Your Pockets
  19. 51Lesson 51Power Stations and Battery Banks: How to Size Backup Power That Actually Works
  20. 52Lesson 52The Vehicle Emergency Kit: What to Actually Keep in Your Car, Season by Season
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