I always find out too late... ( food storage, stockpile)

Went to the store today to get some potatoes and notice that they now have 20 pound bags of beans. Of course, I find out after they all sell and did find one 20 pound bag of Pinto beans for just $10.00!! So, better than nothing, but the cashier did not know when or even if they would get more. She said that they are one of those things that they do not order, they just come every once in a while. So, I have to keep an eye out. I want some Navy Small White Beans .Hubby will go next week and stock us up on canned hams that taste so good in beans.

Winterize

I know it is nice weather now, but it is not too early to start thinking about winter. It will be here sooner than you think. Here are key areas of your home/property you should winterize to save money.

#1: Check seals on doors & windows

If the heated air is escaping your home through creaky, leaky doors and windows, you'll be wasting hundreds of dollars heating your home. On the next blustery day, check to see if cold air is blowing in by holding your hand next to windows and doors. If you do find a drafty door, try an inexpensive fix - those sand-filled, fabric-covered draft stoppers for doors leading in and out of the house. For windows, check to be certain that they are properly closed and, and if you have them, that storm windows are in properly. Thick drapes are also helpful at nighttime, but during the day, be sure they're open for windows that get direct sunlight.

#2: Check the chimney

Be sure your fireplace damper is closed when there is no fire lighted. Think of it this way: Leaving the damper open is like keeping a 4- by -4-inch window wide open, thus allowing that precious warm air (and the hard-earned money it took to heat your home) to go right up the chimney. In addition, check the seal on the flue damper to be certain it's as snug as possible. If you never use your fireplace, then go ahead and plug/seal the chimney flue. There's no sense in losing heat from something you never use.

#3: Care for your heat & water

Have your heating system serviced and be sure that anything on your heating system that is covered under warranty is replaced. Change heating filters and walk through the house to make sure that all heat vents are clear. You don't want any of your children's toys melting when you turn the system on for the first time. In addition, changing the filters will also help remove pesky allergens. For the water system, drain sprinkler pipes if you have them. Otherwise, the pipes underground can freeze and break over the winter, costing you money and time next spring. Also, never turn your heat off fully, even if you are going on vacation for a week. Your indoor pipes can freeze and burst, causing an indoor flood. Having a friend drop by to check on your home during winter months if you go away.

Bushcraft 101 Box Set: Survival Skills, Strategies, Tactics, and Tips to Help You Make it Through the Wilderness (Wilderness Survival Tools)

Bushcraft 101 Box Set: Survival Skills, Strategies, Tactics, and Tips to Help You Make it Through the Wilderness (Wilderness Survival Tools) was a free book for the kindle when this post was written.

Book One: Bushcraft 101: Survival Guide with Tips and Hacks to Help You Survive out in the Wilderness

Surviving on the buschraft can be a challenge for anyone. Unless you are a seasoned traveler who has done this kind of surviving for many years, you probably are going to be a little lost on the right steps to take in order to stay safe. But with the right tools and a little bit of common sense, you will be able to survive no matter what the conditions are around you.
In this guidebook, you will be able to learn all of the things you need in order to be successful if you get stranded in the bushcraft.

Some of the things that you will learn in this guidebook include:

• What to do when you are stranded
• How to determine your location and to make a compass to go the right way
• How to make a shelter that will protect you
• How to purify and take care of your water to make it safe for drinking
• The different ways you can make a fire to keep warm and to cook your food.
• Different ways to get food including hunting, trapping, and fishing
• Tips to survive no matter what weather you are dealing with.

Surviving in the bushcraft can be a challenge. But with the help of this guidebook, you will be able to get started on the right foot and your chances of surviving will be much higher.

Book Two: Bushcraft Survival 101: Survival Skills, Strategies, Tactics, and Tips to Help You Make it Through the Wilderness

Living in the bushcraft is a fun way that you are going to be able to learn how well your survival skills are going to work and if you would be able to survive in the wilderness. Known in the United Kingdom because of some really popular survival shows and getting its name from the bush area in Australia, bushcraft survival is a great way to see how strong you are and if you are going to be able to make it out in the wild. This guidebook is going to spend some time talking about the things that you need to know in order to make your survival possible.

In this guidebook, you will learn a lot of things about bushcraft survival.

Some of these things include:

• What bushcraft survival is and why so many people seem to like the idea
• Some of the skills that you should learn to have the most success when it comes to this survival
• The tools you should bring along to get the best results with survival
• 7 things to know about bushcraft survival before going out.

This is a great way to become one with natural and learn all of the things you need to know to have fun with surviving. Use this guidebook to get started with the newest adventure of your life.

Camping and Bushcraft Survival Box Set: Your Guide with Hacks to Having a Great Camping Trip and Surviving in the Wilderness!

Camping and Bushcraft Survival Box Set: Your Guide with Hacks to Having a Great Camping Trip and Surviving in the Wilderness! (First Adventure) was a free book for kindle when this post was written.

Book One: Camping 101: Your Guide to Secrets, Tips and Tricks to a Great Outdoor Adventure

Are you tired of being locked inside of your day to day routine without any source of adventure? Or do adventures now take the form of finding the best homemade recipe for Mac and Cheese? Maybe you’re feeling restless and need a change so you can recharge and get focused. If this is the case, maybe you need to head to the woods.

If you’re interested and have a burning desire to start getting out into the wilderness and having the vacation of a lifetime, then you’ve come to the right book. I’m here to show you the basic ropes of camping and what a few of the things you need to be aware of before you head out into the wilderness. With fun and easy guides to what you need to look for, where to buy, and a basis of what to make, you’ll be out in the wilderness, ready to experience all that nature has to offer.

Download this book today to get everything that we have to offer for those looking to make camping part of their daily lives. Not only are you going to have more adventure in your life, but you’re going to have more stories to tell your friends. Recharge today and get ready to experience everything that the world beyond your door has to offer.

Inside this book you’ll discover:

• What to look for when buying gear
• How to find the perfect location
• What to eat in the woods that isn’t gross
• How to be safe and competent
• How to strike a camp
• And how to have fun

Book Two: Bushcraft Survival 101: Survival Skills, Strategies, Tactics, and Tips to Help You Make it Through the Wilderness

Living in the bushcraft is a fun way that you are going to be able to learn how well your survival skills are going to work and if you would be able to survive in the wilderness. Known in the United Kingdom because of some really popular survival shows and getting its name from the bush area in Australia, bushcraft survival is a great way to see how strong you are and if you are going to be able to make it out in the wild. This guidebook is going to spend some time talking about the things that you need to know in order to make your survival possible.

In this guidebook, you will learn a lot of things about bushcraft survival.

Some of these things include:

• What bushcraft survival is and why so many people seem to like the idea
• Some of the skills that you should learn to have the most success when it comes to this survival
• The tools you should bring along to get the best results with survival
• 7 things to know about bushcraft survival before going out.

This is a great way to become one with natural and learn all of the things you need to know to have fun with surviving. Use this guidebook to get started with the newest adventure of your life.

Food Storage Recipe ~ Easy Taco Chili

Make an easy dinner that uses your crock pot. Slow cook this all afternoon and come home to a yummy meal.

NEED:

1 pound of lean ground beef

2 can of mexican style stewed tomatoes, undrained

1 can of whole kernal corn, undrained

1 can of red kidney beans, undrained

1 package of Taco Seasoning

Cook and drain well the ground beef.

Put the meat into the crock pot and stir in the remaining ingredients.

Cover and cook on low for 4 -6 hours.

YUMMY!!