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@krampus • Western North Carolina
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Preparedness discussion
Comms is one of those things I think a lot of people put off until it’s too late. Phones are great until they’re not. I’ve been looking more into backup communication lately, like handheld radios and just having a plan with family if service goes down. What’s everybody using for backup comms?
Preparedness discussion
This is a place for practical preparedness. No hype, no panic, just real information on blackout prep, food storage, water, medical gear, backup power, communications, and self-reliance. Whether you are just starting or have been preparing for years, you belong here. Preparedness starts with one step. Extra water. A stocked med kit. Backup light. Shelf-stable food. A plan. What is one thing you have done to make your home more prepared?
Preparedness discussion
Food storage is not just about stacking cans and hoping for the best. It is about having meals ready when stores are empty, power is out, or money is tight. One of the best ways to preserve meat is pressure canning deer meat. Simple canned deer meat recipe: Cut venison into 1-inch chunks. Pack raw meat into clean hot jars. Add 1 teaspoon of salt per quart if desired. Do not add liquid, the meat makes its own juice. Wipe rims, add lids and rings, and pressure can at the proper pressure for your altitude. Process pints for 75 minutes and quarts for 90 minutes. When it is done, you have shelf-stable meat ready for soups, stews, tacos, rice, and more. Always use a pressure canner for deer meat. Meat is not safe for water bath canning. Food storage means security. A stocked pantry and preserved meat can make a hard time a whole lot easier. Do you store food already, or are you just getting started?
Preparedness discussion
What should be in a basic med kit? Start with the essentials: Bandages, gauze, tape, antiseptic wipes, antibiotic ointment, gloves, scissors, tweezers, thermometer, pain relievers, antihistamines, burn gel, cold pack, emergency blanket, tourniquet, trauma pads, flashlight, and personal medications. A med kit is one of those things you hope you never need, but when you do, you need it ready. Check it. Restock it. Know where it is. What would you add?