Following up on yesterdays blog post is a basic skill you should have when traveling outdoors.  This shelter is something you can make in your back yard or in the woods near your house with the kids or for training purposes.  Just be sure you are not trespassing on someones property. The first step is to find a suitable location.  [...]

Hiking is a year around activity and outdoor conditions can change rapidly so it pays to be prepared.  If you are going on a mountain trek keep in mind changes in elevation.  The higher you ascend, the lower the temperature may become and the more erratic the weather can be.  If you plan to climb Mount Marcy or Mount Washington [...]

The biggest threat from a tornado is its incredible winds. Here is an acronym to help you remember same basic things you can do to prepare and protect yourself. W.I.N.D.S. Warnings – Pay attention to watches and warnings, and be sure to warn others. Get people and pets inside. Interior – Prep the interior of your home by closing windows, [...]

Here is a quick list of just a few of the things you should consider as we start hurricane season. 1. Do you have the right insurance policies in place for your home and business 2. Do you have a family preparedness plan 3. Do you have a weather radio 4. Do you know at least 2 evacuation routes from [...]

I am always amazed at how many people in this country raced to get preparedness kits and supplies right after a disaster strikes somewhere. Why is it that we have to wait and see mass devastation before we will take some basic simple steps to prepare ourselves for the unexpected. If more people would just take a little time each [...]