Set a budget

Setting down a budget is the first step to getting a Preparedness Plan in place.   In theory… In theory budgeting is pretty simple: just don’t spend money you don’t have. Easy enough to say. But what exactly does a good budget look like? There are some good guidelines to setting a family budget. The…

Stock Up On Non-Food Items

Once you have gotten your three-month supply of food, it’s time to start building on that. Food, of course, is your first priority. But after you have the food you need for three months, start thinking about the non-food items you should have on hand. Personal Care You’ll want to have a good three month…

Shop Rummage Sales

Preparedness shouldn’t cost a lot You’ll need some equipment to get going and meet your gardening, food preservation or other preparedness goals. The list of equipment needed may seem daunting. You may be tempted to spend a lot on supplies or (worse!) you may quit before beginning because the list is so overwhelming. Please don’t!…