Story by Maribel Z K

The ZPOC will happen, but it won’t scare away your monthly visitor/gift/fiend/demon. No one seems to cover this need when talking about bug-out bags but you can’t really ignore this if you’re a woman. This video was in response to a question on the website about feminine hygiene. Our reader asked:

“I was hoping you could shed some light on female hygiene (specifically during that time of the month). I figure that we could stash a bunch but happens when they run out and going out and finding more isn’t possible?”

In summary, we cover 4 options:

1. Scavenge clean baby diapers and adult diapers as substitutes
2. Buy reuseable alternatives (pads, sponges, cups)
3. Make reuseable alternatives
4. Use items from nature

Watch the full youtube video for details on pros and cons, prices, tips and sources/vendors. Remember to LIKE us on FB, follow us on twitter, subscribe to our youtube channel, sign up for our email list and/or download our podcasts (see links above).

Some product links:
Menstrual Color Cotton Pads – 3 – Pack
Sckoon Organic Cloth Menstrual Pads – One Irregular Pad 60% Off
Glad Rags – The Keeper Menstrual Cup Size B
Jade and Pearl – Sea Sponge Tampon 2 Pieces – Sea Pearls Sea Sponge Tampons (Reusable)

Here's how (reusable) pads were used in the past

P.S.
Check out the Museum of Menstruation for trivia and information. Here’s another gem from there:

Story by Maribel Z K

Do you have the skills and determination to be one of the last people on Earth?

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Deadline June 20.

Let us know also if you choose to apply, we’d love to share our knowledge with you! And there might even be some swag (from us, not them) if you get on the show… Spread the word and invite some worthy competitors.

Best of luck, Thrivalists! Be awesome. ~ You’re already ahead by keeping our company

Who’s in?

Story by Ray Dawg

During a brief rest from their intense, groundbreaking research, two members of our team contemplate the pros and cons of the coming Zombie Apocalypse:

Story by Ray Dawg

Hey Zombie Apocalypse Preppers…we know you can’t wait to live on a steady diet of Twinkies and bacon, but there’s a catch. While that sounds awesome, it actually has some drawbacks. When we’re all living on a survival diet, we’ll need to be at least a little careful to get adequate nutrients if we’re going to be busting caps in undead heads. Poor nutrition means diminished performance, both mental and physical, and that puts everyone at risk when we’re playing with sharp objects and things that go boom. In particular, quality protein will be hard to come by without hunting or trapping, both of which may be risky in areas of high Zed activity. Oh, you’re a Vegetarian? Yeah, good luck with that…

In this vid, Raymond discusses these issues, and reviews an excellent company, True Nutrition.com! Check them out to make your own personal protein powders, and stock up!

Story by Maribel Z K

You shouldn’t carry tons of items in your bug-out / grab-n-go bag but that doesn’t mean you don’t need to organize them. In this video, I go over common household items that may have ended up in your trash that could be re-used or re-purposed as part of your zombie survival or prepper gear.

You don’t really need to spend a lot of money or time to compile basic survival gear. After all, the whole idea of survival gear is survival which means using whatever is available to meet your basic needs. You don’t have “tactical” needs, you need food, water, shelter, health and security/shelter. If there’s one skill you need to have, above all else, it’s improvisation (no, you don’t need to be Wayne Brady on Whose Line is it Anyway?, though I admit that would be highly entertaining).

To improvise = to invent, compose, or perform with little or no preparation. (Yes, I’m saying to prepare, you need to be able to invent/perform with little to no preparation – silly English language).

Learn more details from our youtube video below, and don’t forget to like our Facebook page.

A homework assignment:

Put a box next to your recycling and/or garbage can and label it “Survival items”. Then next time you’re about to throw out something, think about its possible uses in a survival scenario. Also, is it light, is it sturdy, water resistant, fire resistant, transparent, metallic, ergonomic, versatile? These are all good things. If they meet several of these characteristics, you should probably save it, at least until you come across something better. Other than a good sturdy knife (see our videos on various cutlery and John’s recent video on bug-out bag/grab-n-go bag necessities), food and certain medical supplies, you should be able get basic survival items from your everyday household  throw-aways. Happy viewing!

Story by John Moore

One of our Twitter Followers asked us the folowing question: “What are the top 10 items for your zombie apocalypse bugout bag?”

Great question. However, rather than just give you a list of 10 things, I wanted to go a little in depth to background for prepping a bugout bag. I also differentiate between a bugout bag and a grab and go bag.

I stress that everybody’s bag is going to be different, and depend on the environment they live in. However, survival needs aren’t going to vary that much since we are all physiologically similar.

To live through the ZPOC (zombie apocalypse), you’re going to have to address the following survival concerns:

1. Protection from exposure and the elements – exposure to temperatures just a little outside what you’re used to can kill you in hours.

2. Water – dehydration and sickness from drinking impure water can kill you in a few days.

3. Food – you can go a few weeks without food, but your physical and mental capacity will be severely impaired.

Additionally, your first aid and security needs are unpredictable, but when you need them – acute.

Generally weight and space are your enemies – think compact, light, and multi-use items. Fire is your friend, and has many survival uses – besides being able to ignite a zombie or two. You need a fire kit. A good fixed blade knife and some paracord need to be a part of your kit.

Watch the video below to get the rest of my suggestions, and don’t forget to like our Facebook page.

Continue reading “How To Survive A Zombie Apocalypse Questions: The Bugout Bag” »

Story by John Moore

In the US, May has been declared National Zombie Awareness Month. We here at ZPN would like to take the opportunity to spread zombie apocalypse (ZA) awareness and to remind people to prepare.

The ZA is going to be awesome, but much more fun if you and your family live through it. Preparing for the horde also means you’ll be better prepared to face other emergencies and natural disasters.

For survival purposes, consider the magic number 4:

Continue reading “May is National Zombie Awareness Month” »

Story by John Moore

Did you know that the grocery stores we depend on only keep a 3 day supply of food around? Look at the food shortages after the Japan Tsunami, or after Hurricane Katrina to see what can happen. For security for your family when the zombie horde arises you need to have a good supply of food around.

For many, food storage might seem expensive or intimidating – even though it is a really important step in keeping your family safe. How can you start small, but build up a 3-month to 1 year supply? What should you buy, from where, and how do you store it?

This video answers those questions…
Continue reading “Get Started With Food Storage Prep For Z-Day” »