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By Denis Korn Even though I have posted many articles addressing numerous essentials and recommendations for preparedness planning, I am often asked to reduce the many items to just the essential categories. Here are the 7 vital factors in my assessment that must be considered during emergencies and disasters. They are valuable for inclusion in presentations, [...]  By Denis Korn Be Prepared to Be Prepared A growing number of people believe serious physical, political and economic events are occurring worldwide, it is once again essential to direct your attention to what I have identified as a “triggering event.” Simply put, if you are still hesitating to prepare for emergencies or disasters, I urge you to identify [...] By Denis Korn As I write this post there are severe warnings concerning the weather conditions on the East Coast. This “Frankenstorm” is considered to be catastrophic. If this doesn’t motivate the population to seriously evaluate being prepared and taking effective action – What will it take? Must we wait for an even greater disaster? In [...] By Denis Korn This is such an important question to answer when engaging in preparedness planning that I felt it necessary to examine it more carefully. It is the first question in my 12 Crucial Questions of Preparedness Planning, listed under 12 Foundational Articles for Preparedness Planning (as you can see I like the number 12). Before [...] By Denis Korn Here is my perspective on current trends relating to food products for shelf stable food reserves and resiliency provisions in general. In the 37 years I have been in the natural foods, outdoor recreation and emergency preparedness industries as a retailer and manufacturer, I have experienced a number of fluctuations and factors that [...] By Denis Korn You must build on a strong foundation of knowledge! After careful consideration, I have added 5 previously written articles to my Foundations category. Serious reflection on these articles will be of vital importance in developing an enduring foundation for proper and effective preparedness planning and action. Be diligent and honest in answering the many [...] By Denis Korn NOTE: The demand for the information given in this list has been significant – so I am posting it again with some additional comments. I have decided to keep adding comments under selected items on a continuing basis – so you may want to periodically check back at this post for new comments. There [...] By Denis Korn The language of food storage – defining and clarifying terms, product options and related information. Cook versus No-cook A primary decision needs to be made, as it relates to the specific long term food provisions that you want to procure. Do you want foods that require cooking or do you want foods that [...] By Denis Korn Proper preparedness ensures effective resiliency I am continually asked by serious preppers, preparedness planners and managers, whether beginners or experienced, “What are the most important things I need to know in getting started or improving the preparedness process?” One of the most important articles I have written concerning this issue is The 12 Crucial [...] By Denis Korn You must trust the company that provides you with the food you and your family will require during an emergency I have written a number of articles dealing with trust, honesty, reflections, guidelines, questions to ask and recommendations concerning the purchasing of food reserve products. While the food you rely upon in an emergency [...] By Denis Korn Natural Products Expo West in Anaheim California I attended the Natural Food Expo two weeks ago and I thought I might share some observations. In conjunction with the Expo – where I look for new offerings and connect with suppliers and manufacturers – I have been contacting other primary suppliers to assess the state [...] By Denis Korn - You are encouraged to visit our product website, PrepareDirect, featuring the finest in emergency preparedness and outdoor adventure products. It is time once again to call attention to a previous post regarding a most essential factor in preparing for emergencies or disasters – HONESTY! This subject is not to be overlooked nor ignored. When [...] By Denis Korn Be Prepared to Be Prepared 2012 has arrived and with it a growing number of people believe serious physical, political and economic events could be occurring worldwide, it is once again essential to direct your attention to what I have identified as a “triggering event.” (Stay tuned, as a student of prophecy [...] By Denis Korn How are you building your preparedness planning structure? Will it be strong and endure – or weak and collapse when you need it most? Last year when this post first appeared I realized from many conversations with new preparedness planners that the development process was haphazard and unfamiliar. Creating a strong, reliable and [...] By Denis Korn What's first! Here is a valuable exercise or game for the whole family – or office. Using the Checklist of Essentials as a guide, determine the items that would be bought up first, disappear or be unavailable in your community during a short term emergency – 3 to 14 days. Then expand your list to [...] By Denis Korn Do-it-yourself packing This article that was written last year and linked at various places on this blog, has created a great deal of interest. It has become even more important as the economy has stimulated preparedness planners to be as cost effective as possible and pack-their-own. Another reason for revisiting this article is to [...] By Denis Korn Be prepared for taking action! 1. Thou shalt acknowledge oneself for being responsible You have made a wise and sound decision and have chosen to take responsibility for you and your family, and to be prepared in the event of unforeseen circumstances. Be encouraged to continue this process with diligence, motivation, and discernment. Read: Beginning [...] By Denis Korn Seriously reflect on this post! Time to look at the importance of attitude once again. Why? Look around – read the headlines – talk to family, friends, co-workers – experience the media – both mainstream and alternative. What’s your attitude? How are you coping? Do you see a correlation between your attitude and your mental [...] By Denis Korn - You are encouraged to visit our product website, PrepareDirect, featuring the finest in emergency preparedness. I have written a great deal on preparedness planning on this blog. I have given both general and specific information on the preparedness process – tips – guidelines – action steps – and numerous crucial questions [...] By Denis Korn Interest in the use of oxygen absorbers for those who pack their own food storage has been extremely high since I wrote the following post in February that introduced my detailed article Using and About Oxygen Absorbers. The post highlighted the beginning of my article with an appropriate link to the [...] |
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