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The longer you have been prepping, the more you realize how easy it is to get sidetracked and to prep for things, that in the big picture, are of a relatively low priority. It is no wonder that articles on prepper mistakes and lessons learned are so popular. With the wisdom gained from living as a prepper for the last seven years, here are fifty common and uncommon prepper mistakes we can learn from. . Original Source

Reflection is an important thing to do sometimes because without knowing where you’ve been, it’s hard to know where you’re going. This article is a little different because I wanted to look back and bring together the best articles from throughout the life of Backdoor Survival. It begins with a thought on social shares and. . . Read More Original Source

When I first started Backdoor Survival, my goal was not only to share my own experience and insights relative to family preparedness, but to also foster and promote healthy living. You may have heard me mention healthy living as a key component to living a strategic life. During these times of stress in a crazy,. . . Read More Original Source

Sure, it’s not a pretty topic– but as soon as the garbage man stops coming, or the sewer main shuts down, you’ll thank yourself for thinking about this issue ahead of time. Not only will waste pile up quite quickly, but the sanitation issues it causes will become a serious problem, particularly if this is. . . Read More Original Source

Most everyone uses laundry detergent and if we’ve kept a record of the cost, at the end of the year we would be surprised at the expense for that one product alone. If we are counting our pennies, and who isn’t, it might be economical to learn more about homemade household cleaning products, specifically laundry. . . Read More Original Source

There are a lot of things to consider when it comes to designing and outdoor kitchen area. Since a lot of people have different needs, budgets, climates, space, etc, I am going to approach this article by offering up some suggestions for outdoor kitchen components that can be bought one at a time to fit. . . Read More Original Source

Spending time in the great outdoors is one of life’s greatest, purest, and most accessible pleasures. Part of the fun is that anything can happen when you’re roughing it in Mother Nature, from dancing birds to magnificent shooting stars. Of course, the other side of that coin is that nature doesn’t always cooperate when it. . . Read More Original Source

Periodically, I visit a number of Amazon lists to get a bead on both best selling and most wished for items. In the past I would look at lists related to outdoor recreation (which can be found in the second half of this article) but this time around I had some new choices. With mainstream. . . Read More Original Source

When I first got an EcoZoom Versa rocket stove back in 2011, I barely knew how to start a fire, let alone keep one going. These days, I am pretty darn good at starting fires using my own DIY fire starter plus gathered biomass and kindling. I have even been known to chop a log or two.. . . Read More Original Source

The is a remarkable generator for those that want a plug and play solar generator. One of the first things I noticed about the Yeti when pulling it out of the package was that it was a very compact unit. It weighs about 29 lbs which isn’t too bad, and there is a sturdy carry. . . Read More Original Source

We all know what a bug out bag is: “A portable kit that contains the items one would require to survive for seventy-two hours when evacuating from a disaster.” You will hear such a kit referred to by many other names, including “72 hour kit:, “go bag” or G..D (get out of dodge)bag. The exact term you use in not really all that important since the whole goal is to have basic essentials for survival readily available should disaster strike. A couple of days ago I wrote about the myriad of things that could happen to put you and your family in a bug out situation (see “A list for those that think

The following list of 100 items likely to disappear first in a disaster or panic has been circulating the net for ions and is in the public domain. That does not make it any less useful. I must admit that I am a bit surprised at the ordering, especially #92 Coffee and #94 Wine/Liquors. Still, regardless of the ordering, this is a useful checklist for all of us to consider as we plan for the future we hope will never arrive. It is time to take inventory. Original Source

I have never met a potato I did not like. Seriously. There was period during the 80s that I refer to as my potato years. I shunned meats of any kind and pretty much subsisted for weeks at a time on baked potatoes, asiago cheese, and apples. That, plus my morning latte, was it. I would go weeks and weeks subsisting in a diet of potatoes. Somewhere along the line, I gave up such foolishness and started eating a bit more normally. Well, maybe not normally but certainly with a lot more in the way of variety and protein foods. I wrote about my teensy weensy garden in Getting Prepared Week 6: Planni

When it comes to landscaping there is a lot to consider. I have put a lot of thought into thinking about landscaping. While it may seem amazing, after building a house with my husband I have never got around to landscaping around my house. There has always been a lot of other things to do. . . Read More Original Source

Part of great cooking is using herbs to accentuate flavors in meats, pastas, vegetables and soups. Many home chefs have a gardens filled with a variety of fresh herbs. Dehydrating herbs preserves the harvest. Whether you have grown too much to use right now or need to collect everything before winter’s frost takes control, dehydrating. . . Read More Original Source

Yogurt has a lot of health benefits and is quite easy to make. Here are some of the advantages of doing it yourself followed up with how to do it and how to turn it into delicious yogurt cheese. It’s easy It takes very little time make yogurt so you can fit it in a. . . Read More Original Source

Footwear is a critical part of prepping. Without the right shoes, bugging out is not going to be possible. You have to be able to cover some ground and be comfortable while you do it. Around your place during good times you may need footwear that is going help you get through those times when. . . Read More Original Source

My first experience making soda was with my father back in the mid nineties. We made and bottled our own root beer that was naturally carbonated in the bottle. I remember it being a big hit. The flavor was more complex and it was so much cheaper than any quality root beer out there. We. . . Read More Original Source

Hurricanes, tornadoes and floods are rampant around the world right now. While experts work to decipher the reasoning behind the new line of super storms, it is paramount that you are able to protect your family regardless of what Mother Nature throws your way. Safe rooms are fortified rooms installed in or near a residence. . . Read More Original Source

While we are getting close to the official start of winter, you still have time to get your place in good order. Chances are some of the things on this list are things you already have or that you can order or get in town with ease. Preparing your place for the winter doesn’t have. . . Read More Original Source

UPDATE: Note this is a combined resource, recently updated with all the relevant uses for duct tape that Gaye originally put together! I have always claimed, and not altogether jokingly, that you could build a house with Elmer’s glue and Duct Tape. Both items are readily available, relatively inexpensive, and easy to tote around. Given. . . Read More Original Source

You don’t always have to pay and arm and a leg for survival gear but sometimes finding the time to find all the best deals is hard. At Backdoor Survival we have decided to help out by finding useful deals to fit a variety of budgets and prepping goals. This page was created to track. . . Read More Original Source

The holiday season is quickly approaching. For me it usually involves a lot of cooking and eating and spending time with my husband’s side of the family and our neighbors. The gifts we give are often gift baskets that we put together ourselves and that contain items that we think the received will enjoy. It. . . Read More Original Source

In these days of smartphone distractions, you’re seeing more and more people oblivious of their surroundings. In the past, this might get you a bump on the head by walking into a lamp post. In today’s world, however, it could cost you your life. The NYC vehicular attack that killed 8 and injured a number. . . Read More Original Source

Water filters are plentiful. Hydro Blu is one of the newer players in the market. The company was founded and based in Utah. The owners are outdoor enthusiasts that wanted to make filters that were affordable and practical. If you want to buy a Hydro Blu you can do so directly through their website here.. . . Read More Original Source