"Just-In-Case" Info and Reminders for Winter Survival

We have heard a lot of stories about snow mishaps during winter. We have heard and read about winter survival. We feel and think like we've mastered the dangers in this weather, but accidents are accidents, no matter how careful we may be are inevitable. Unless we are in this situation we really would not know how prepared we actually are. But winter can be fun too. Winter hiking is a popular activity during this weather. So the best thing to do is continuously understand and be aware of all possible situations in a snow mishap.

Here are trinkets of facts that are as important as the winter survival kit that you have packed on any winter trip:

Hypothermia - is a state in which our body can no longer regulate and produce enough heat needed due to a cold stressor. Hypothermia is of most important concern when trapped in a snowy weather and immediate help is not at hand. During extreme cases of hypothermia, a person can experience what is called "paradoxical undressing" in which a person may become disoriented and confused leading to removal of clothes which, in turn, causes for increase in heat loss. Needless to say, hypothermia can cause death.

The Survival Rule of 3s

In an extreme survival situation people cannot survive more than:

• 3 minutes without air

• 3 hours without shelter

• 3 days without water

• 3 weeks without food

• 3 months without hope

In spite of the dangers during winter, camping during this weather is a good source of fun for some especially those adventure seekers. To be on the safe side of it, here are some things you should remember but are often times neglected:

- You can make fire even during winter in almost anywhere. Just keep your lighter and matches away from the cold. You can use dry shredded bark or paper for the fire.

- Do not go into this activity if you are not trained and knowledgeable enough unless you are in the company of experts in winter camping. The cold weather is tough and it is no time to fool around, no room to be too confident or arrogant.

- If you are going away from the campsite and you are alone, remember not to rely on your footprints to guide you on your return. You can't also rely on trail marks they can be lost during a hard snow fall. If you are unfamiliar with the place, then do not go far alone.

- Your car is the lifeline you have in going back to civilization safely. Be careful of your keys.

- Drink enough water. This is sometimes ignored because of the cold weather.

- Bring fatty foods they are a good source of heat.

- It gets dark earlier during winter. Be sure to plan activities accordingly.

So generally, winter can be fun. Do not be wary about winter survival reminders that bombard us during this season. Anyway, as the saying goes, it is better to be safe than sorry.

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If you’re thinking of starting your own pantry, there are a few things you should consider before you head to the store. This guide is designed to get you thinking about how you’ll start your pantry, what things you want to stock up on, and how much you can afford to invest in a pantry.

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Food Storage Recipe - Simple Lemon Meringue Pie

Easy to make this pie. My whole family loves it and I have to make it a lot.

NEED:

2 packages of instant lemon pudding

3 cups of cold milk

1 container of whipped topping

1 graham cracker pie shell

In a bowl mix together the pudding mix and milk together with an electric mixer until it is thickened.

Pour it into the graham cracker pie shell.

Place in the refrigerator for about an hour.

Pour the whipped topping on top of the pie. Return to the refrigerator for an additional hour.

Serve. If you have any left , store it in the refrigerator.

Be Self Sufficient...

There are certain items that you have got to have on hand to help you to be more self sufficient. You already know about needing a stockpile of food, but you also need these items to be able to live comfortably during an emergency situation, disaster, or after SHTF. With the new year coming up it is a perfect time to get started with getting these things. If you are new to being a prepper than now is the best time to start.

1. A Solar Generator is one of the things that I really think is a number one must have item. Will greatly improve any situation that is a bad one.

 2. Having a Camp Shower would be a great way to make sure that your whole family is comfortable and can have a sense of normalcy.

3.You can never have too many Oil Lamps!! Great way to have some light and even cook with them in a time of need with the right set up. https://dlsoucy.wordpress.com/tag/oil-lamp-cooking/

4. Having a good set of Cast-Iron Cookware Set is a thing that is needed for being able to cook a great meal. You can cook on fires and more with a good set of cast-iron cookware.

5. Get yourself a lot of hand operated appliances, like can openers, hand mixers,grain mill, coffee grinder, and more.

6. Do your laundry easily off the grid with a laundry tub, clothes wringer, clothesline, and a Portable Compact Mini Washing Machine is another thing that is a huge help.

7. You need a grill, camping cook stove, and other ways to cook.

8. Keep a lot of warm clothing, coats, socks, good boots, rain gear, long underware, gloves, for all of your family members.

9. Keep a fire extinguisher in every room.

10. Having bicycles is a good thing to have for each family member.

11. Get all of the camping gear that you can find and as much as you can. It is very useful in lots of situations.

12. Gas Siphon Pump

13. A hand pump for a water well.

An Easy Way To Save Money

My mom sent me the above graphic a while ago. She has been doing this for the last 3 or 4 months. I have been saving mine for the start of the new year. It is called the 52 week money challenge. You start on the first week with a dollar and go up from there until the last week when you put $52.00 into the savings jar. I am going to start the first week of 2015. I will also still have my change jar where I throw all of our change into. The last time I cashed the change jar in - it had $243.56 in it.

This is something that we all should do. You can find other ways to save money here - 925 Ideas to Help You Save Money