Preparedness & Survival Blog

Why You Need a Reliable Water Supply During a Pandemic

Well before the coronavirus reached America’s shores, we frequently discussed why it’s important to have an emergency supply of water on hand. If a disaster cut off your tap water and stores were stripped bare of bottled water, what would...

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Accurate or False Information – Can You Tell the Difference?

In a continuing effort to provide helpful information to you during this uncertain time, 4Patriots is conducting what we call “Pandemic Prep Week.” Our goal is to give you reliable tips, tricks and inspiring stories each day this week. Today...

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How to Deal With a Pandemic… Before, During and After

Right smack dab in the middle of a pandemic might seem like a strange time to prepare for one. But bear with me here. Today I’m going to provide you with plenty of information that will help you deal with...

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Survival Food Isn’t a Luxury – It’s a Necessity

Prior to 2020, if anyone debated as to whether they should have survival food in their home and vehicle, they aren’t debating anymore. Last year was the poster child for preparedness. A global pandemic, destructive weather, power outages, food supply...

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Got Old Tech Sitting Around? Don’t Toss It, Repurpose It!

We live in a throwaway society. When something wears out, we toss it and buy a new one. But landfills are getting more crowded. And our wallets are getting emptier. Fortunately, there are ways to repurpose some items that we’ve...

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U.S. Capitol Once Again Scene of Violence

I think it's safe to say that every living, breathing American knows what happened recently at the U.S. Capitol. Some who gathered to protest the results of the November presidential election stormed the building. While Congress was in session. They...

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Boy Scouts of America’s Middle Tennessee Council Thrives During Pandemic

The longtime motto of the Boy Scouts of America is “Be prepared.” We at Nashville, Tennessee-based 4Patriots couldn’t have said it any better. That’s why we’re so happy to be associated with the Middle Tennessee Council of Boy Scouts of...

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Oregon Native Teaches Kids About State’s Agricultural Diversity

When it comes to agricultural variety, it’s difficult to top the state of Oregon. Situated between California to the south and Washington to the north, Oregon produces more than 220 different agricultural commodities. That makes it the third highest state...

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The Holidays Are Over... But COVID-19 Is Gaining Strength

Heading into December, America's monthly record for most COVID-19 deaths was seven months old. At least we could point to that as "good news." And that was despite dramatic increases in coronavirus cases during that time. But no longer. December...

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