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Here are some great resources for  Emergency Planning  tips. Re-visit THIS post about Dehydrating vs. Freeze Drying. Also THIS Post for proper storage tips. And then... CANNING The season is almost here! Start looking for supplies now, they are starting to come back into the stores.  (HINT:  Smith and Edwards)

  In the event of power outage or evacuation you will need some way to heat water, cook some foods or even just heat  items prior to eating them.   Following are some links to information regarding the various forms of cooking without power.  Whichever may fit your circumstances and camping/preparedness items that you have. CAMPFIRE CHARCOAL CANISTER STOVES REFLECTED HEAT THERMAL   Many More options for cooking without power available HERE.

  With the war happening in Ukraine, one of the worlds largest producers of wheat, there is little "production" happening at this time. The Church owns and operates several wheat farms and has over 27 grain storage facilities.  However, to fill those storage silos, wheat is also purchased under strict standards from reputable wheat farms worldwide.  The Church is not experiencing a shortage at this time, however, pending how long the war lasts, it is a possibility.             "The time will come that gold will be no  comparison in value to a bushel of wheat."    (Brigham Young) Check out the FOOD STORAGE link on this blog for lists and suggestions on compiling a 3-12 month supply for your household, including wheat. Keep an eye on the HOME STORAGE CENTER link as well for updates of what is in stock each month.  Wheat is available now in #10 cans or 50 lb. bags. There has been a run on flour at most grocery stores as...

 Camping Season, as some may anticipate is approaching!  Whether you are a camping household or not, it is a good idea to have a few essentials in your storage for the event of evacuation, power outage (cooking and heating options), loss or contamination of water etc.  Here are some links to information contained in this BLOG for acquiring, storing and using items related to  Shelter    and  Sanitation .  

  A garden is a great way to add to your preparedness regimen.   You and your family can eat fresh from the garden for many weeks and preserving your own home grown wonderfulness is a tasty way to build up your food storage for the winter months.    Whether you have a plot of land in your yard, a few raised beds, or simply a small pot or two of herbs, what an awesome feeling it is to know that you can help sustain life through being prepared and self reliant!  Start preparing soil and gathering seeds now.   Some of you may have plant starts in the works, and some may already have hearty seeds planted.  The rain we are getting now will be a nice healthy beginning to watering in the upcoming drought year.  If you are worried about watering with the current restrictions in place, consider a less wasteful approach such as hand watering, drip system or watering deep and less often. Spread mulch around your plants to retain moisture in the roo...

  Does your neighborhood/Ward have an emergency plan in place?  Do you know what to do for you, your home, AND your neighbors in the event of an emergency? Learn whom is your neighborhood emergency preparedness coordinator and review the neighborhood plan as it relates to your own household and immediate neighbors. You may want to consider becoming CERT trained. (Community Emergency Response Team) The training is offered through our cities. Contact your emergency preparedness coordinator or the following: Farmington:  Darin Regis  - 801-230-9369   OR  Paul White  801-643-8732 Kaysville:  Loretta Cole 801-721-9993 Here is a link to the Farmington West Stake Emergency Plan

  We have been advised to put away a supply of food and essentials to help us in future hard times.  To be  PREPARED.    As we experience and learn about situations that may displace us from our homes and away from our food storage, we have learned that having a smaller emergency supply is definitely a good thing, in addition to a long term supply of food and other essentials.  A 72 hour kit is a selection of supplies most necessary for survival (& comfort) in the first couple of days following an event most likely to force an evacuation from your home.  A "grab and go" bag. It should contain a bit of food, water, a change of clothing, first aid items, flashlights etc.  The bare necessities.  Each member of your household should have a small bag of these essentials, and if possible, a bag containing shareable items could be compiled and ready to take along also.  Click  HERE  for several lists, helps and suggestions for com...

Shopping case lot sales is a great way to bulk up your food storage, but be careful when doing it.  Not everything is a great deal just because it is included in the case lot sale.  Here are some tips to get the most bang for your buck and appropriately stock your pantry and food storage shelves. 1. PLAN AHEAD AND MAKE A LIST: Look in your food storage and pantry and make a list of what you are low on, how many you need, what you have realized you need and don't have and make sure to not replace anything you haven't actually used.  Sometimes we probably get caught up in the idea of it's a good price and forget to think about whether or not your family is actually going to eat it. If you bought something and it has been sitting on your shelves untouched for a year or more-don't buy it again. If you haven't already, it might be a good idea to get a food storage inventory sheet going. For that click  here  or  here . It makes this part quick and easy. 2. HAVE ...