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April 4, 2025 at 12:37 AM

Our Spring Fundraiser Ends at Midnight

We're still a little bit short of our goal. But you can help us here. Thank you so much to everyone who has already donated to the OP's Spring Fundraiser! It means the world to us all the you support the website and the work we do. We are still short of our goal to keep things operational for the ne…

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April 3, 2025 at 11:41 AM

How to Prepare for a Major Ice Storm

What our author learned... Ice storms are a weather event that can happen just about anywhere in North America and can be even more devastating for areas not prone to cold-weather storms. Ice storms frequently cause infrastructure damage to powerlines, adding another danger to the extremely slippery…

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April 1, 2025 at 11:50 AM

A Guide to Handling Flammables in a Crisis

Don't Get Burned Sustaining burns is always bad, but it's even worse when medical care is not readily accessible. Jose talks about a recent tragedy in his area and provides some excellent tips for handling flammable materials and using protective attire to prevent your own crisis. LINK: https://www.…

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March 29, 2025 at 12:07 PM

Saturday Shenanigans: March 29, 2025

Good morning! It's story time! Today's story finds Kate and Ariel fleeing through the forest in the hopes of completely avoiding the man who has been the primary figure of their nightmares. Will the skills they've learned since they last saw Logan be enough to keep them safe? LINK: https://www.theor…

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March 27, 2025 at 1:48 PM

Modern OPSEC and Thirdworldization

Gray is the new black. There was a quote in Fabian's article today that really stood out to me. The nail that stands out gets hammered.  We live in a world rife with "influencers" and "content creators" who show us a facade of their lives and make it seem like a decadent, wealthy existence is someth…

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March 26, 2025 at 12:24 PM

What’s Your Wildfire Protection IQ?

Making Tough FireWise Choices Even if you didn't USED to live in a wildfire zone, those disasters are spreading to new areas due to many causes, including housing encroaching on the forest and poor forest maintenance. There is a program that you can use to help you reduce the risk to your home. In t…

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March 25, 2025 at 1:21 PM

Difficult Economic Changes Are Coming.

Choose How You'll Get Through Them. Economic changes are nearly always painful. While I sincerely believe America is on track for great prosperity with regard to jobs, consumer confidence, and more reasonable prices, there's a gap that must be bridged to get there. And that gap is likely to be prett…

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March 24, 2025 at 4:19 PM

The OP Spring 2025 Fundraiser

Please support our community! Good morning! Every three months, I've been doing a fundraiser to help The OP stay in business. Times are tough here. Even though many of the free-speech movements that the new administration has made are in our favor, we're still unable to get major advertisers like we…

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March 23, 2025 at 12:14 PM

Survival Sunday: March 23, 2025

Good morning! I hope that the weather is warming up where you are and that you can see glimpses of spring. Here, we have very erratic weather - one day it's so cold we need the heat on, and the next day it's up over 80 degrees. But the trees are getting bright green buds, daffodils and hyacinths are…

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March 22, 2025 at 12:58 PM

Saturday Shenanigans: March 22, 2025

Jessica's newest diary entries Hi, there! I hope you're having a delightful spring morning like we are here. Birds are chirping, it's brisk and sunny, and a perfect day to read some fiction. We have you covered there, too, incidentally. 1stMarineJarHead has written another chapter of Jessica's story…

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March 20, 2025 at 12:32 PM

The Great Bank Confiscation

A Cautionary Tale We all like to think our money is safe in the bank. After all, that's why we put it there, because we've been told over and over that it's way safer than stuffing it in our mattress. But as many of us have come to realize, it actually isn't as safe as officials want us to think it …

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March 19, 2025 at 12:15 PM

What happens when the rules are illegitimate?

Venezuelans are in grave danger. You all probably remember that Jose wrote several months ago about how the election was overthrown, and the former president has announced the winner yet again. That corruption goes even further. All the legal questions surrounding the reigning president and the pres…

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March 18, 2025 at 1:31 PM

Spring is coming.

Have you checked your food storage lately? It's a great idea to set up a specific time every year for tasks that might otherwise be forgotten or pushed aside. It's part of the reason that folks do a huge spring cleaning and decluttering when the weather begins to warm up. But another thing you could…

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March 16, 2025 at 1:11 PM

Survival Sunday: March 16, 2025

Good morning! I hope this finds those of you in the heart of the country doing okay this morning after the horrifying storms of yesterday. If you didn't hear, tornadoes, wildfires, and dust storms hit the Plains, Missouri, and Mississippi yesterday, wreaking havoc and causing casualties. I have fami…

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March 15, 2025 at 1:36 PM

Saturday Shenanigans: March 15, 2025

Happy weekend! As always, we'll start it off right for you with some fiction on The OP. This week, we're back at Haven Hill, where Kate and Ariel are making their way to the neighbor's place because of an unwanted intruder. Finally, you'll get a snippet of the backstory about why Kate has been train…

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March 14, 2025 at 12:24 PM

Would Prepping by Recipe Work for You?

There are as many ways to prep as there are preppers. Stockpiling longterm stuff you find on sale, buying buckets of freeze-dried food, preserving your own... The list could go on and on. But, have you tried "prepping by recipe?" I first published this article about a month ago but my email wasn't w…

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March 13, 2025 at 12:56 PM

A COMPLETELY Different Book for Preppers

Finally. There's a new book out there that brings something totally unique to the table of the preparedness genre. Check out my review. LINK: https://www.theorganicprepper.com/different-book-preppers/  I truly think you'll love this one. Let me know what you think! Stay safe and happy.Daisy Unsubs…

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March 12, 2025 at 1:15 PM

Why this prepper is NOT starting seeds this year

Some years are just different. Sometimes, we have to make changes to the way we've "always done things" to adapt to the way things are now. Sometimes, the way we prepare must take into account our health and well-being too. In this article, Rowan explains why, this year, she'll veer off her usual co…

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March 11, 2025 at 6:47 PM

What happens if Fort Knox is empty?

Recently you may have heard that DOGE and Elon Musk are demanding to inventory the gold that is held (hopefully) at Fort Knox. The depository should hold just over 8000 metric tons of solid gold bars, representing more than half the US's gold holdings and worth around $300 billion dollars.  But does…

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March 10, 2025 at 1:04 PM

Planned Obsolescence and Prepping

What is more frustrating than sinking a whole lot of money into something and then finding that the item only lasts a few years, and that it was planned that way to get you to spend more money? This is something that has aggravated me for a while, and it's even worse when times are tight. Jose has s…

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March 8, 2025 at 1:36 PM

Saturday Shenanigans: March 8, 2025

It's spring here AND in Jarhead's story. One of the things that I love about Jessica's diary is that her stories mirror ours out here in the real world. Spring for us is also spring for them, and it gives us a peek at what that season might be like in a post-power world.  Things begin to settle into…

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March 7, 2025 at 1:48 PM

Survival Cooking 101

Gear, Fuel, and Other Suggestions for Cooking Off-Grid  Survival cooking isn't difficult, but it takes practice and the right gear for the setting. Who better than Fabian to tell us about his favorites, when he uses each of them, and why those are appropriate for specific situations?  Here are some …

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March 6, 2025 at 1:15 PM

Jack’s Mexican Tuna Casserole

Remember a couple of week's ago when Jarhead's story discussed tuna casseroles? And how Jack talked about his own version of the dish, with a Mexican flair? Well, today, Jarhead is bringing it into the real world with the recipe.  LINK: https://www.theorganicprepper.com/jacks-mexican-tuna-casserole/…

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March 4, 2025 at 1:48 PM

Volcanic Winter and Other Famines

There have been many famines throughout the course of history and many millions died because of them. While the concept of extreme famine seems farfetched, it may not be as "impossible" as it sounds. Here's some information on what it would take to survive a long-term famine. LINK: https://www.theor…

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March 3, 2025 at 12:55 PM

Do you know what a "quinzee" is?

Being able to build a shelter in all kinds of weather is an extremely important thing to add to your "preppertoire." In this article, our favorite Northerner Rowan outlines exactly how to build a shelter in the snow that will keep you cozy in subfreezing temperatures. LINK: https://www.theorganicpre…

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March 2, 2025 at 12:44 PM

Survival Sunday: March 2, 2025

Good morning! I hope you've had a good week as the calendar turns to March. March always means that spring is near and that the trees will bloom and everything will turn green. I absolutely love spring and am always so ready for it after a long winter. This past week was pretty challenging, which is…

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March 1, 2025 at 12:58 PM

Saturday Shenanigans: March 1, 2025

Good morning! When we last left Kate and Ariel, they were about to spend a night in a house where they no longer felt safe. Their next step is to prepare for a treacherous journey through conditions made dangerous by the previous night's deluge. What would you include in your bag for a trip like thi…

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February 23, 2025 at 1:51 PM

Survival Sunday: February 23, 2025

Good morning, friends! It's been a heck of a week. Between my current lease ending and not having my next place ready yet, I have been packing up my place and putting things in storage. I'm going to stay with my daughter for a month or so and then move again (but at least I won't have to pack up for…

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February 22, 2025 at 1:35 PM

Saturday Shenanigans: February 22, 2025

1stMarineJarHead is back with another chapter of his Dear Diary series, and the topic is sure timely for a lot of us this past week.  While on the long trek back from the city, Jessica and the crew suddenly run into potentially deadly weather. LINK: https://www.theorganicprepper.com/jessica-5-2/  Ha…

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February 18, 2025 at 1:07 PM

4 Essential Tools for Self-Reliance

Basic maintenance can help you to prolong the life of your vehicles and other machinery. Do you have the right tools for long-term maintenance? Check out this list to keep things running for as long as possible. LINK: https://www.theorganicprepper.com/maintenance-tools/  Stay safe and happy!Daisy …

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February 16, 2025 at 1:32 PM

Survival Sunday: February 16, 2025

Survival Sunday is a personal note and update for folks who are interested in being prepared. This message is only available for subscribers. A PERSONAL NOTE We are living in wild times. Never did I imagine that a new administration would turn things upside down to the extent we're seeing. And I'm t…

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February 15, 2025 at 1:28 PM

Saturday Shenanigans: February 15, 2025

Looking for something to read today? Check out the next chapter of my work in progress, Haven Hill. LINK: https://www.theorganicprepper.com/haven-hill-chapter-4/  Let me know what you think! Stay safe and happy,Daisy Unsubscribe Luther inc. 1740 Dell Range Blvd. Suite H13-49354 Cheyenne, WY

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February 13, 2025 at 10:50 AM

You’re prepped, but are you self-reliant?

Some points to ponder  We love being prepped but sometimes we forget about being self-reliant. I know most of us have at least a small garden, others have chickens, and still others have gone neck-deep into a self-reliant lifestyle.  You don’t have to live on 15 acres behind a gate and a moat to pra…

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February 12, 2025 at 10:52 AM

Here’s what you forgot to prep for…

Do you have a horrible feeling you’ve forgotten something of the utmost importance when it comes to preparedness? Trust me, you don’t want to learn the hard way in the middle of a sweaty 6-day disaster that you forgot dog food and antacids.  Here’s a little worksheet to help you think through the sp…

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February 11, 2025 at 10:49 AM

Where do you keep tHaT MucH stUfF?

Cringe with me now…  One of the most common things I hear from new preppers or those just asking me about preparedness is, “Where do you put all that stuff? Your house must be enormous!”  Well, first of all, I have an adorable one-bedroom apartment. But you’d be shocked how much you can store withou…

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February 10, 2025 at 10:48 AM

Let’s rewind to the Reagan era.

85 Ways YOU Can Starve the Beast  The term, “Starving the Beast” originated from a Reagan administration staffer, who was promoting a more conservative approach to taxes and the national budget.  I’m hoping that the creation of DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) really helps to cut down all …

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February 9, 2025 at 10:47 AM

Who ya gonna call?

Hint: It’s not Ghostbusters  In the first weeks after a random and unexpected hurricane hit Western North Carolina. The destruction was complete. The roads collapsed, the river was up, many people were left without homes or cars, and others were missing. (Unfortunately, some folks are still missing …

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February 8, 2025 at 10:47 AM

Everyone’s gotta eat.

Even during an emergency everybody’s got to eat. Some of us may be better at roughing it with a jar of peanut butter and a spoon, but others are going to want actual stick-to-your-ribs eats.  You don’t want to overlook anyone when making an emergency food plan. (including furry friends!) Trust me wh…

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February 7, 2025 at 1:37 PM

The Most Outrageous USAID Expenditures

And DOGE is just getting started!  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌…

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February 7, 2025 at 10:47 AM

How to Stock Up on a Dime, Even with Inflation!

  With prices right now, folks sometimes look at me like I’m crazy when I talk with them about stocking up.   It’s certainly not as easy now as it used to be, but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible. Here’s an ebook I wrote about Stocking Up Despite Inflation. I hope it helps!  https://www.theorganicp…

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February 6, 2025 at 10:46 AM

Got Water?

Probably the most important prep  I hate to have lists telling you what preps are the most important. We all live in different settings with different families.  What’s important to you might not be important for me.  There’s one place where the metal meets the road, however.  WATER.  We all need it…

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February 5, 2025 at 10:46 AM

How’s your knowledge of American history?

Here’s a challenge . . .  I have another freebie from the American Dreamer Book Company today. I use it to sell coloring books and word search puzzles with a pro-USA theme. You can find all these books on Amazon.  Here is a page from one of the puzzle books for you to enjoy.  This one is about John …

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February 4, 2025 at 10:46 AM

Your Personal Preparedness Assessment

Where are you at RIGHT NOW as far as prepping is concerned?  This worksheet is for your eyes only. You don’t need to have it out where anybody else can see it. This is private, and it’s just a starting point, so don’t get discouraged.  It will help you figure out where you need to go with your prepa…

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February 3, 2025 at 1:42 PM

Things Will Get Worse Before They Get Better

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February 3, 2025 at 10:46 AM

What happens if there’s a REAL pandemic?

The Covid-19 pandemic has been a huge source of controversy. Some people don’t think it exists, some think it’s not that bad, some are still terrified. Most of us, I believe, fall somewhere in those categories.  It concerns me because one day, there’s going to be a REAL pandemic. Something potential…

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February 2, 2025 at 1:32 PM

Survival Sunday: February 2, 2025

Have issue viewing this email? Click here Survival Sunday: February 2, 2025 Happy weekend, friends!Survival Sunday is a personal note and update for folks who are interested in being prepared. This message is only available to email…

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February 2, 2025 at 10:46 AM

Are you ready to evacuate?

How long would it take you?  More than ever, the disasters of the past year have warned us we must ALL be ready to evacuate at any point in time.  The fire that burned down Lahaina The ongoing catastrophe of floods and landslides in Western North Carolina The wildfires in Los Angeles  These emergenc…

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February 1, 2025 at 10:15 PM

Selco's Sale Is Over TONIGHT!

Brand New Content!  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ …

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February 1, 2025 at 2:31 PM

Saturday Shenanigans: February 1, 2025

  View this email in your browser Haven Hill: Chapter 3 Here's another chapter of my work in progress, Haven Hill. Kate and Ariel inventory supplies, then go hiking before the storm …

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February 1, 2025 at 10:46 AM

Get Ready for Summer Preparedness NOW (Even if you still have snow)

I know we’re in the middle of winter currently, but what better time to work on your summer preparedness? Here’s a free ebook I wrote called “Surviving Summer Power Outages” that you can get started on right now. If you tackle these tasks before the weather gets hot, you’ll be several steps ahead.  …

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