As a blog with a slant towards preparedness, and a definite interest in how individuals can cope with crises and disasters both individual and societal, it’s… interesting to see ourselves in the middle of a truly worldwide crisis and observe … Continue reading The complex ethics of stockpiling

In the last few days those of us in the UK have been reminded again of the background threat of terrorism. Amongst all the interesting, tragic and heroic stories that came out of the Westminster attack, one point that is … Continue reading Five things you can do to prepare for a major incident

I think for a lot of people, talking about a ‘bug-out bag’ conjures images of ‘preppers’, hoarding weapons and canned goods in the conviction that society is on the brink of imminent collapse. Surely those of us of a more … Continue reading Why I have a bug-out bag, and you should too