Consider this: Living things, like humans, consume food and water to survive. When we can no longer buy what we need to survive, will we revert to savagery, die or peacefully and lawfully raise and gather our own? With each passing day, the world gets crazier and more volatile. In a serious national or global food shortage, where will you get your food when your sources and stockpile have been depleted? When that last "straw" breaks the camel's back, don't be caught unprepared.
It is not enough to hoard food and water and supplies. They won't last forever. Applying methods to self-replenish these resources is necessary for anyone serious about emergency planning.
LEARN TO:
Plant a Garden
Raise Livestock
Hunt, Fish and Trap
Forage for, and Gather, Wild Edible Plants
Collect Rainwater
Find Natural Water Sources
Make Bad Water Drinkable
Build a Fire
Barter with your skills or extra supplies
Make Your Own Personal Care and House Cleaning Supplies
Reload Ammunition
365+ Preparedness/Self-Reliance/Survival Skills/Tips to Learn
Defeat Mediocrity - Pursue a Strenuous Life
Begin NOW to be less reliant on technology and commercial suppliers. Do It Yourself (DIY). Become Self-Reliant.
Resources:
The Self Sufficient Backyard
NO GRID Survival Projects (Book Details)
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Related Resources:
Never Stop Learning New Skills
Things I Wish I Had Known BEFORE I Started Prepping
When the Food Runs Out
Sustainable / Replenishable / Renewable Food and Water Sources
Get Drinking Water from the Air, Ground and Undrinkable Water
Reduce Dependency on Commercial Food
Cattails, commonly spotted lining the edges of freshwater wetlands, are not only a significant ecological component for their ecosystem but also hold a treasure trove of benefits for us. This plant, recognized by its characteristic brown, cigar-shaped heads, has been a valuable resource in various cultures for millennia.
Holistic Benefits of Cattails:
1. Nutritional Value: Cattail shoots and roots are rich in vitamins A, B, and C, making them a nutritious addition to your diet.
2. Digestive Health: The roots or rhizomes are rich in starch, aiding in digestion and can act as a probiotic, promoting gut health.
3. Wound Healing: Cattail pollen has been traditionally used to soothe burns and minor cuts due to its antiseptic properties.
4. Detoxification: Cattails are known to absorb toxins from their environment, leading some to believe that they might play a role in detoxifying our bodies.
Harvesting Cattails:
1. Timing: Spring is the best season to harvest young cattail shoots, while late spring to early summer is ideal for collecting pollen.
2. Identification: Ensure you're collecting genuine cattails and not similar-looking toxic plants. Cattails have flat leaves and a distinct cigar-shaped brown head.
3. Collection: Gently pull the young shoots from the base, ensuring not to damage the plant. For pollen, place a bag over the brown spike and shake to collect the yellow pollen.
Preparing Cattails:
1. Shoots: Young shoots can be consumed raw in salads or cooked. They have a mild taste, akin to cucumbers. You can also sauté them in butter or add to stir-fries.
2. Rhizomes: These can be cleaned, boiled, and then ground into a flour substitute.
3. Pollen: Cattail pollen is a wonderful, gluten-free flour alternative. You can mix it with regular flour to make pancakes or muffins.
4. Flower Heads: Before they turn brown, cattail flower heads can be boiled and consumed like corn on the cob.
Cattails are a hidden gem of nature. When harvesting, ensure sustainability by not over-harvesting and always respect the ecosystems. Before making any major changes to your diet or health practices, it's a good idea to consult with a health professional.
Looking for a nutrient-packed addition to your meals? Look no further than common chickweed, also known as Stellaria media! Whether you enjoy it raw in a salad or cooked as a spinach substitute, these young leaves are a delicious and nutritious addition to any dish. Plus, they're available year-round in mild winters. But be aware: these leaves contain saponins, so consume in moderation. And if you're feeling adventurous, try using the ground seed in bread or soup for a protein boost. Did you know Stellaria media is also a key ingredient in Nanakusa-no-sekku, the Japanese springtime festival dish? #chickweed #stellariamedia #foraging #wildfood #eatyourgreens #healthyfood #saladideas #spring #nanakusanosekku #foodie #nutrition #healthylifestyle #wildedibles (at Cheltenham, Gloucestershire) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqGcbVBMLvX/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Range Master, Axe and Knife throwing course. I have 3 places left on my Easter 3rd - 4th April. Survival School CQ Range Master NCFE Accredited Axe and Knife throwing Course. That’s a mouth full! The course is being held at JP Alternative Provision outdoor Centre in Cannock Chase. The course link is here : https://peakdistrictsurvivalschool.co.uk/product/outdoor-axe-knife-throwing-instructor-course/ If you work in a Outdoor Centre/ instructor, Education or have a personal interest in the course please copy and paste the link in your search engine for more details. #outdooreducation #outdoors #peakdistrict #gowild #bushcraft #survival #wilderness #nature #learning #woodland #woods #adventure #expeditions #exploration #wildcamping #hiking #curriculum #firecraft #treeandplant #wildedibles #outdoorlearning #peakdistrictsurvivalschool #schools #pathfinder https://www.instagram.com/p/CoKwR7SNIru/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
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Want to know what's making this absolutely GORGEOUS color? Check the latest video from Modern Pioneer Foraged and Natural Foods on fb! #modernpioneeranalmanacofnaturalliving #natliv #wildedibles #foraging #themoderpioneeranalmanacofnaturalliving (at Phillipston, Massachusetts) https://www.instagram.com/p/CdONASoOXYb04ij8jbuVWWE3kYiO8kA0LfO_jU0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Shabbat Shalom, familia! I pray this day finds you well and that you have chosen to make it a great one despite any obstacles/challenges/opportunities you may have faced. 🌻 This photo is from my foraging earlier today. Halleluyah! I found what I was looking for and some unexpected blessings. 🙌 Totally guided by the Ruach! So grateful I listened. 🥰 Can’t wait to make a special pesto with a secret ingredient for a brother from another mother but we got the same Father… @gil.green 🌱 Please tell me you have seen Fireproof, so you know what I mean… Right!? 💃🏽 #wildonions #wildviolets #henbit #groundivy #purpledeadnettle #hairybittercress #ribwortplantain #garlicmustard #curlydock #BeMadeWell The Before the Fall Diet aka our original food/fuel for longevity and to stay & be made well. “And Elohim said, “See, I have given you every plant that yields seed which is on the face of all the earth, and every tree whose fruit yields seed, to you it is for food.” – Berĕshith (Genesis) 1:29 TS2009 Enjoy the day of rest, familia! 😴🌅📖🙏🤲🎼🙌💃🏽🏞 #foraging #shabbatshalom #wildedibles #freedom #freefood #foodismedicine #healthyself #besetfree #lovemore #bemore #domore #bemadell #naturalliving https://www.instagram.com/p/CcHauB9uEGc/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Me and a basket in a field of Dandelions. It’s weird though, I’m wearing shoes which is so not like me. But, hey, they are red and that counts for something anyway.
Just me and my jelly ear mushroom! 🍄 This fascinating fungus is one of my favorite wild edibles to forage. It gets its name from its unique shape and texture, which resembles a jelly-like ear. But don't let its appearance fool you - this mushroom is packed with health benefits and is a great addition to many dishes. I can't wait to put it in my next stir-fry! #wildfoodlove #foraging #jellyearmushroom #fungusamongus #mushroomhunting #wildedibles #naturelovers #forestfinds #foodie #foodporn #healthyeating #mushroom #mushrooms (at Cotswolds) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpqHXMWsycO/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Great day, and dodged the weather at Flash Ley PS today. Vikings all the way. Fire, forge, charcoal furnace, casting, metallurgy. Design and manufacture amulets, cast some Jewellery. And some arrow throwing for good measure. Thanks Matthew Lloyd for a great day with plenty of laughter. #outdooreducation #outdoors #peakdistrict #gowild #bushcraft #survival #wilderness #nature #learning #woodland #woods #adventure #expeditions #exploration #wildcamping #hiking #curriculum #firecraft #treeandplant #wildedibles #outdoorlearning #peakdistrictsurvivalschool #schools #pathfinder #beyondforestschool https://www.instagram.com/p/ClG-MyyD4he/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=