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Camping
15 Tips and Tricks for Camping in the Rain
Camping in the rain can be miserable if you do not take the proper steps to prepare. However, with some adequate planning and packing, you may actually enjoy this unique experience.
To ensure you’re equipped...
Off-Grid Power
How Long Can Food Stay in the Fridge Without Power?
A power outage can strike suddenly, leaving you scrambling to preserve the fresh food you have on hand. Extended power losses can lead to questions about whether food is safe, and knowing what to...
Home Backup
How to Prep for Emergencies in the City
Emergencies can strike anywhere at any moment. A lack of preparation can quickly become panic and confusion if disaster strikes, so don’t let that be you. People living in a city face unique challenges...
Off-Grid Power
What Size Battery Do You Need for a Travel Trailer?
No matter what you like to do, the right supplies make all the difference. While this applies to all situations, it’s especially true when it comes to travel. Choosing the best battery for your...
Camping
Camping with Dogs: Essential Tips and Gear for Your Pet
Camping is one of the greatest pastimes, and it is best enjoyed when you can do it with the people—or pets—you love most. While taking your dog along for a camping trip may require...
Off-Grid Power
15 Essential Items to Keep in Your Car for Emergencies
Your vehicle should be near the top of your list when evaluating your emergency preparedness, especially if you travel a lot. Whether commuting to work, running errands, or heading on vacation, an accident can...
Home Backup
Everything You Need to Know About Prepaid Electricity Plans
Getting an electric bill in the mail can be an anxiety-inducing event. As energy costs skyrocket, the percentage of household income spent on utilities continues to rise.
You never exactly know what number you’ll see...
Solar Energy
What Is the Photovoltaic Effect?
With the shift towards sustainable energy now a global imperative, terms once reserved for textbooks have infiltrated everyday discussions.
One such term is the "photovoltaic effect."
Photovoltaic is often shortened to PV — as in PV...
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