Blog Fit Enough to Respond: What a Sudden Emergency Taught Me About Preparedness Zion Prepper, July 13, 2025July 13, 2025 I was recently part of a small group that was called in to assist with an early morning search for a missing person in distress. I’ll keep the details vague out of respect for everyone involved, but the situation was urgent, emotionally heavy, and physically demanding. We hiked roughly nine… Continue Reading
Homestead 🛡️ CIVIL UNREST & HOME DEFENSE PREPAREDNESS CHECKLIST Zion Prepper, June 13, 2025June 13, 2025 Because trouble rarely knocks—sometimes it kicks the door in. 🏠 Home Security 🔋 Power & Communications 🔫 Defense Readiness 🧰 Medical & Emergency Supplies 🧳 Evacuation Readiness (Bug-Out Lite) “Preparedness is peace of mind. It’s not about fear—it’s about not being caught flat-footed when others are.” Continue Reading
Homestead How to Talk to Your Kids About Staying Safe During Civil Unrest Zion Prepper, June 13, 2025 Because protecting your family means more than just locking doors. As unrest brews across the nation and protests erupt in cities both large and small, it’s more important than ever to talk with your adult children about staying safe—even if they’re independent, politically active, or think they “have it under… Continue Reading
Homestead 🏠 The Truth About Home Break-Ins: Most Thieves Don’t “Break” In — They Walk Right In Zion Prepper, May 14, 2025 Most people picture burglars breaking windows in the dead of night — but the real danger is far more ordinary. In over 30% of cases, thieves just walk in through unlocked doors. This post exposes the most common mistakes homeowners make and how to secure your property the right way — without turning it into a fortress. Continue Reading
Preparing For Severe Weather – It’s Not Just For Winter Zion Prepper, April 23, 2024 Prepare yourself for severe weather occurrences, which can strike at any time of the year and bring damaging winds, large hail, flash floods, tornadoes, and winter storms. Whether you’re at home, work, or on the road, readiness is key. When severe weather approaches, heed the following guidance and recommendations to… Continue Reading
Financial Get Out of Debt! Zion Prepper, January 26, 2024February 6, 2024 Debt has become an all-too-common aspect of modern life, affecting millions of people around the world. Whether it’s credit card balances, student loans, or mortgages, the burden of debt can weigh heavily on individuals and families, causing stress, anxiety, and a sense of financial instability. In today’s fast-paced and consumer-driven… Continue Reading
Budget Meals Zion Prepper, January 22, 2024February 1, 2024 If you are working on getting out of debt or on a tight budget, you still need to eat. One big way to save money is to avoid dining out, but with the rising costs of groceries, even eating at home can be expensive. With that in mind here are… Continue Reading
Welcome to Zion Prepper Zion Prepper, November 5, 2023November 17, 2023 This site will focus on my journey to self sufficiency and emergency preparedness. We live in a dangerous world. We are facing all kinds of threats from within and outside of our borders. As the old saying goes, a good offense is the best defense. This site will examine strategies… Continue Reading