If you have listened to our past podcast on pandemic preparedness you were privy to Dale and I bantering back and forth of some different scenarios of past pandemics that have occurred throughout history. And if you have done any research on the subject, you have seen some of the staggering statistics of the death tolls that have occurred because of these illnesses. Now you … [Read more...] about Preparing For a Pandemic or Biological Threats
First Aid Skills
The 3 Levels of First Aid Kits (Part 1)
In this episode Lisa and I talk about 3 different levels of first aid kits, beginner kits, intermediate kits and advanced first aid supplies. Keep in mind if you are at the point of having an advanced first you should probably take a CMT class or a first aid class to be able to use the first aid equipment before you spend the money on it. Lisa had me make a PDF of the notes … [Read more...] about The 3 Levels of First Aid Kits (Part 1)
Prepper First Aid: How To Dress a Wound
When it comes to being prepared, having a broad base of knowledge will help to keep you calm when unexpected things come up. From water filtration to how to dress a wound and basic first aid, let’s face it, unexpected things will come up on a daily basis. If you know how to dress and treat a wound, it can save you money today, and be a lifesaver in a disaster … [Read more...] about Prepper First Aid: How To Dress a Wound
Health and Wellness for Preppers
This time of year it seems like everyone is getting sick. Colds and flu are prevalent and very contagious. Just as an example, the office that I work in has had a large majority of the workers ill. Some do the right thing and stay home, but others feel they have to come to work, so they in turn expose everyone who is healthy to their dirty germs. So if this happens to you, … [Read more...] about Health and Wellness for Preppers
Prepper Medical Supplies & Trauma Kits
Whether you consider yourself a prepper or not, having medical supplies, first aid kits and the skills to go along with those supplies is more important than ever in today's world. Having these medical supplies and skills is more important for preppers than the average person. This is because of the activities that interest us. Most of us are gun owners, hikers, campers … [Read more...] about Prepper Medical Supplies & Trauma Kits
First Aid Class at The Preparedness Experience Conference
First aid skills are among the most important when it comes to preparedness. This is because we never know what medical services might be available in a disaster, and we just don’t know how things will unfold. Accidents happen all the time, and even the smallest injuries can derail our preparedness plans. While traumatic injuries in a SHTF scenario may have life … [Read more...] about First Aid Class at The Preparedness Experience Conference
Replay: Prepping and Fish Antibiotics (Part 2)
Depending on the circumstances, fish antibiotics could be a big part of your preparedness plans. It’s important to note though if you plan on having or using antibiotics, you need to understand when they will work, the damage they can do, and the correct dosage. Some people think that antibiotics have no negative effects, but this isn’t true. Using the wrong antibiotic or … [Read more...] about Replay: Prepping and Fish Antibiotics (Part 2)
Replay: Prepping and Fish Antibiotics (Part 1)
I’ve received quite a few questions recently about doing a podcast on fish antibiotics for preppers, and because Lisa and I did a couple great podcasts a while back, I decided to revive them with this podcast replay. This is part one of a two-part series on antibiotics in a post collapse or an SHTF situation. In this show Lisa and I talk about antibiotics and fish … [Read more...] about Replay: Prepping and Fish Antibiotics (Part 1)