NB Offgrid Living

Sharing is caring! We usually think of preppers as country dwellers, but actually, city prepping could be even more essential should the need for survival skills really kick in. If you live in an apartment, you probably lack space, but there are many situations you can prepare for should the need ever occur. Indeed, urban […]

Sharing is caring! Water is essential for life, yet is something often taken for granted by those of us with easy access to city water, a reliable well, or bottled water. For those who choose to live off the grid, obtaining clean water can be a challenge and is usually the first priority when planning

Sharing is caring! (Originally published 12/14/18)Living off the grid is a great way to decrease your carbon footprint and lower energy costs. But what happens when there’s a global emergency, like a pandemic of SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome), the bird flu, or another disease? Are you prepared for a pandemic? The World Health Organization

Sharing is caring! According to a study by the Wilderness Medical Society, 78,488 individuals became lost in the wilderness between 1992 and 2007. 2,659 died, 24,288 were injured, and 13,212 were saved. This boils down to 11.2 incidents per day. As you can see by these numbers, this type of statistic happens all too often

Sharing is caring! In part one of our survival fundamentals series, we discussed the rule of 3 and how to find and purify water in the wilderness. Once you have your water situation squared away, it’s time to think about your source of survival food. The Importance of Locating Viable Food Sources When you are

Sharing is caring! A knife is an indispensable survival tool in any outdoor adventure or survival situation. Its versatility makes it not just a knife but also a multi-purpose weapon, especially in emergency situations. For minimalists and outdoor enthusiasts alike, a good survival knife serves as a single, all-encompassing tool that handles different tasks effectively. vzwer/Shutterstock Choosing the Best Survival Knife When selecting the best survival knife for your survival

Sharing is caring! While American soldiers fought around the globe during World War I, citizens at home faced rationing and food shortages. The government urged people to grow their own food to supplement rations and to free up farm-grown produce for soldiers overseas. Americans nationwide responded to the call by filling their yards with edibles.

Sharing is caring! If you’re planning a camping trip, chances are you’re looking forward to getting back to nature and enjoying all that the great outdoors has to offer. But what if you’re camping in cold weather? While this might sound like unnecessary punishment to some, there are several scenarios where hunters and outdoor enthusiasts

Sharing is caring! Living off-grid on a homestead is one big step towards being prepared for emergencies. Since many off-gridders are self-sufficient, power outages don’t necessarily affect us like they do everyone else. We also usually have enough essentials to last us a few weeks before we need supplies. This also gives us a false