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Top 5 Insects To Cultivate For Protein: A Senior’s Perspective

ByTeri Rehkopf May 13, 2025May 15, 2025

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,…

Getting Started With Insect Cultivation: A Simple Guide For Seniors

ByTeri Rehkopf May 11, 2025May 12, 2025

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…

How to Plan for a Drought: Your Stand Against the Dry

ByTeri Rehkopf March 22, 2025March 25, 2025

Droughts are silent stranglers—water dries up, crops wither, and dust chokes the air, stretching months into years. Fires flare, wells fail, and survival turns lean. I have been in a drought, but not that totally dried everything up. Florida has had a couple of months in a row without rain, but we haven’t been as…

Resilience & Group Survival | Disasters | Food & Water Security | Intelligence, Surveillance & Misinformation | Survival Skills

Mind Over Matter: Forging a Fortress of Mental Fortitude

ByTeri Rehkopf February 27, 2025March 25, 2025

Survival isn’t just about the tools you have or the supplies you stockpile. It’s about the strength of your mind and your ability to adapt to adversity. In any emergency or SHTF scenario, mental fortitude often decides between success and failure. While having food, water, and shelter is essential, your mindset determines how effectively you…

The Survival Prepper’s Reality Check: Are You Truly Prepared?

ByTeri Rehkopf February 26, 2025March 25, 2025

When a crisis hits, survival often depends on preparation. Many believe they are ready, but real-world emergencies expose weaknesses in even the best-laid plans. A reality check is essential. By critically evaluating your preparedness, you can identify gaps, fix shortcomings, and strengthen your ability to navigate uncertainty. Preparedness is not about fear—it’s about resilience and…

7 Reasons Why a Bug-Out Bag Alone Won’t Keep You Alive

ByTeri Rehkopf February 24, 2025March 20, 2025

A bug-out bag is a staple in survival planning, and for good reason. It’s designed to provide essential supplies for a quick evacuation, giving you a head start when disaster strikes. However, too many people mistakenly believe that simply having a well-stocked bag means they’re fully prepared. The reality? A bug-out bag is just one…

Bartering & Economy in Conflict | Food & Water Security | Homesteading | Resilience & Group Survival | Survival with Seniors

15 Ways Seniors Can Benefit from Joining Community Supported Agricultural (CSA) Groups

ByTeri Rehkopf January 10, 2025March 7, 2025

And Partnering with Local Farmers Working with local farmers and joining Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) programs can be a game-changer for seniors looking to maintain their independence and build resilience. Many seniors may be one of your local farmers. A senior might be the organizer for your local CSA. We know there is a lot…

Learning Advanced Survival Skills Civilian pilots attending a Survival course at RAF Kinloss learn how to construct shelter from the elements, using materials available in the woodland on the north-east edge of the aerodrome.

Food & Water Security | Medical & First Aid | Power & Communication | Self-Defense & Weaponry | Urban Survival & Civil Unrest

Learning Advanced Survival Skills – eBook

ByTeri Rehkopf January 1, 2025March 25, 2025

When the World Pushes You to Your Limits Basic survival skills might relieve a few days of discomfort, but they won’t sustain you during a prolonged crisis. You need to read this eBook on Advanced Survival Skills. A brief power outage or temporary supply chain disruption may seem inconvenient, but these pale compared to the…

Best Survival Prepping Gear for Seniors

ByTeri Rehkopf December 31, 2024March 25, 2025

Understanding Survival Prepping and Its Significance for Seniors I’m a senior who is always learning survival prepping. I recognize that preparing for emergencies is crucial, especially for seniors. We need to be able to depend on our best survival-prepping gear. As we age, we face unique challenges that can transform a difficult situation into a…

17 Pioneer Skills We Should Learn

ByTeri Rehkopf December 16, 2024March 7, 2025

Practical Knowledge of Seniors In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, many people have lost touch with the practical pioneer skills sustained by earlier generations. However, seniors’ skills remain valuable in their lives and experiences. As a senior myself, I grew up and currently live in the country, where I was/am able to practice many of these…

Bartering & Economy in Conflict | Food & Water Security | Homesteading | Preparedness | Survival Skills

Advanced Survival Gardening Techniques – eBook

ByTeri Rehkopf December 2, 2024March 25, 2025

Self-sufficiency is critical in preparedness scenarios, especially regarding food sources. In long-term events, preppers may face situations where stored food supplies run out and stores cease functioning. This is when you bring out your advanced survival gardening techniques. When supermarket shelves are bare, and supply chains have collapsed, your gardening skills will become your lifeline….

5 Must-Have Items for a Bug Out Bag

ByTeri Rehkopf November 4, 2024March 25, 2025

Building a well-prepared bug-out bag is more than just throwing survival gear into a backpack. The goal is to create a portable survival kit that will allow you to survive for at least 72 hours, ensuring you can leave quickly and remain mobile. I know this bag is just for 72 hours or 3 days….