Livestock Preparedness gives seniors practical steps for protecting farm animals during emergencies, from feed management and shelter readiness to safe evacuation planning.
Florida is home to a wide range of wildlife. Alligators, venomous snakes, wild hogs, and other animals share the same environments where people live, garden, hike, and boat. While most wildlife avoids human contact, encounters can happen unexpectedly in backyards, parks, or rural areas. Understanding how to recognize wildlife risks and respond safely can help…
Stores can close. Supply chains can fail. Prices can spike fast. If you depend on stores for food, you are vulnerable. You can now keep your home running. Next, you reduce reliance on outside supply chains. This month is about producing your own food in a simple, manageable way. TL;DR for Seniors: Month 9 Livestock…
Exploring alternative protein sources becomes more interesting as we look for sustainable and nutritious options. Insect protein has emerged as one way to fill this need. In this article, I share a senior’s perspective on cultivating insects for protein. This idea is unique to me, but I am open to trying it. I like crustaceans,…
Insect cultivation can be a surprisingly engaging and rewarding hobby, especially for seniors passionate about nature and learning new things. Caring for insects not only sparks curiosity but can also bring a sense of accomplishment, all while being a gentle and practical activity. This guide is here to help you start insect cultivation at a…
Understanding EMPs, CMEs, and the Impact on Senior Pets I have been reading some serial sci-fiction/apocalypse books on EMP/CME disasters. These books are really eye-opening on what life will be like after an event like this. Your senior pets will need special care after a disaster as big as an EMP or CME. Since we…
Preparing Your Pet for Emergencies I will walk us golden survivalists through why senior citizens must have a solid emergency plan when preparing your pet for emergencies. I have a huge Anatolian Pyrenees mountain dog. She’s almost 100 pounds of massive fur. She’s a one-man-dog type, and that’s me. She takes up half of the…
