The Editors’ Quote of the Day:
“The life of a republic lies certainly in the energy, virtue, and intelligence of its citizens.” – Andrew Johnson, 1865
Year: 2025
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Preparedness Notes for Thursday — January 9, 2025
On January 9, 1855, the clipper ship “Guiding Star” disappeared in the Atlantic, with the loss of 480 lives. — January 6, 1880: It was reported that six feet of snow had fallen in Seattle, in five days. — And on January 6, 1936, the U.S. Army adopted the M1 semiauto rifle, designed by John Garand as its new standard-issue weapon. — Today’s feature article is a guest post by one of my consulting clients. It is not eligible for the writing contest judging. – JWR We are seeking entries for Round 116 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. …
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Thoughts on Farming – Part 3, by Single Farmer
(Continued from Part 2.) Wheat Farming in the Heartland: A year in the life of a wheat farm We are a diversified family farm actually growing multiple crops to provide diversified income streams. We own all of our acres and have no debt. This will be covered extensively in the part which covers the “Economics of Farming.” Everything is grown that is sold is for profit. If a crop is no longer profitable or has a strong possibility of becoming unprofitable, it is not grown or sometimes grown in a limited amount. Just because we can grow something in quantity, …
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The Survivalist’s Odds ‘n Sods
SurvivalBlog presents another edition of The Survivalist’s Odds ‘n Sods. This column is a collection of news bits and pieces that are relevant to the modern survivalist and prepper from JWR. Our goal is to educate our readers, to help them to recognize emerging threats, and to be better prepared for both disasters and negative societal trends. You can’t mitigate a risk if you haven’t first identified a risk. In today’s column, we look at the risk of terrorist sleeper agents and cells in the United States. More Than 1,000 Jihadi Sleepers In The US? Video: Former CIA Officer: There …
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The Editors’ Quote of the Day:
“Judges ought to remember that their office is jus dicere and not jus dare; to interpret law and not to make or give law.” – Francis Bacon
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Preparedness Notes for Wednesday — January 8, 2025
On January 8, 1656, the longest-running commercial newspaper, “Weeckelycke Courante van Europa“, now known as “Haarlems Dagblad“, still in printed circulation first began publication in Haarlem, Netherlands. — January 8,1835: The US national debt was reduced to zero for the first and only time in history. — Today’s feature article is a guest post by one of my consulting clients. It is not eligible for the writing contest judging. – JWR We are seeking entries for Round 116 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. More than $935,000 worth of prizes have been awarded since we started running this contest. In …
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Thoughts on Farming – Part 2, by Single Farmer
(Continued from Part 1.) Successful survivalists consider a variety of scenarios including looking at how previous generations survived to glean any wisdom that they can take as compensation for their time. All of us are only here because our ancestors somehow managed to carry themselves genetically forward. For most of human history, it was difficult to get enough calories to barely stay alive and this fact is lost upon most people as they have so many choices today often struggling on what cuisine to eat, and not how to find food. A common cause of death throughout history has been …
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SurvivalBlog Readers’ & Editors’ Snippets
Our weekly Snippets column is a collection of short items: responses to posted articles, practical self-sufficiency items, how-tos, lessons learned, tips and tricks, and news items — both from readers and from SurvivalBlog’s editors. Note that we may select some long e-mails for posting as separate letters. — Mike in Alaska wrote: “The local climate here is our version of a freezer and refrigerator solution. I took the photo above on my way to work this morning … and it is now dropping even further. We are expecting -45 F this coming weekend. In the summer (June, July, and half …
The Editors’ Quote of the Day:
“Agriculture is our wisest pursuit, because it will in the end contribute most to real wealth, good morals, and happiness.” – Thomas Jefferson
Preparedness Notes for Tuesday — January 7, 2025
January 7, 1785: The first balloon flight across the English Channel, by Jean Pierre Blanchard and John Jeffries. — January 7,1927: Commercial transatlantic telephone service was inaugurated between New York and London. — Today is the birthday of Senator Rand Paul, born 1963. — This is also the birthday of Cresson Kearny (born 1914, died December 18, 2003.) — Today’s feature article is a guest post by one of my consulting clients. It is not eligible for the writing contest judging. – JWR We are seeking entries for Round 116 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. More than $935,000 worth …
Thoughts on Farming – Part 1, by Single Farmer
I want to tell you about an amazing group of people. They make sure that you not only stay alive, are well-nourished, and that you have your choice of a delicious variety of food that Kings and Queens of yesteryear could not dream of, all at relatively low prices. Contrary to what you’ve been told, prices are still fairly low by historical standards and food quality is high. I know that you or someone you know has recently been to the grocery store and you think the prices are high, but wait until you hear about the state of the …
SurvivalBlog’s News From The American Redoubt
This weekly column features news stories and event announcements from around the American Redoubt region. (Idaho, Montana, eastern Oregon, eastern Washington, and Wyoming.) Much of the region is also more commonly known as The Inland Northwest. We also mention companies located in the American Redoubt region that are of interest to preppers and survivalists. Today, a retrospective on the recently-ended Yellowstone television series, and its fictionalized view of Montana. (See the Montana section.) Idaho Reuters: Biden officials issue permit for Perpetua’s Idaho antimony and gold mine. o o o Reader Michael D. sent us this: Coeur d’Alene to consider emergency …
The Editors’ Quote of the Day:
“The greatest praise government can win is, that its citizens know their rights and dare to maintain them.” – Wendell Phillips
Preparedness Notes for Monday — January 6, 2025
On January 6, 1893, the Great Northern Railway connected Seattle with the east coast for the first time. Passenger service began in June, 1893. Four railroads were merged into the Burlington Northern Railroad Company in March, 1970: Great Northern Railway Northern Pacific Railway Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad Spokane, Portland & Seattle Railway — In response to those who have written to ask: Yes, there will indeed be a new waterproof USB stick archive that includes all of the 2005 to 2024 of SurvivalBlog posts. There will be 11 more bonus books added to the already huge list. We’ll probably …
A Quest and a Gift, by Single Farmer
Editor’s Introductory Note: I’ve had a consulting client for more than two years, who I’ve learned to trust. He lives on a family farm. Please note that he is looking for a young woman who would like to be married and have children. She does not need any experience in agriculture. – JWR — I’ll begin this piece with a preview of something included in a six-part article that will be posted in SurvivalBlog, starting tomorrow: Go back just a few generations, and there were no “food stamp” coupons or cards allowing you the benefit of the cornucopia of modern …