Emergency Water Storage
How much water per person, how to store it and when to rotate it.
Food & Water
Blog
The Self Reliant Basics blog: all preparedness guides
Every guide follows the same pattern: a numbered plan, real numbers from official sources, a table, troubleshooting, and clear signs it's time to call for help. Filter by topic or search for what you need.
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Power Outages
What to Do During a Power Outage
Before, during and after: a calm checklist with generator safety.
Kits & Plans
72-Hour Kit Checklist
What goes in a 3-day emergency kit for a real family, and where to keep it.
Food & Water
Emergency Food Supply List
A 2-week shelf-stable food supply on a budget, with a rotation plan.
Power Outages
How Long Is Food Good in the Fridge Without Power?
The 4-hour and 48-hour rules, and what to keep or toss.
Food & Water
How to Choose Water Storage Containers
Food-grade jugs, bottles and barrels, and how to clean them.
Power Outages
Power Outage Kit Checklist
Light, power, information and comfort for a multi-day outage.
Kits & Plans
Pet Emergency Kit
Food, water, records and a carrier for dogs and cats, plus an evacuation plan.
Grow & Preserve
Water Bath Canning vs Pressure Canning
Which foods need which method, and why acidity decides.
Grow & Preserve
Pressure Canning for Beginners
A step-by-step first batch with a tested recipe, and botulism safety.
Grow & Preserve
Root Cellar Basics
How root cellars keep food cool, and cool-storage options for any home.
Grow & Preserve
Vegetable Garden for Beginners
A small, sunny first garden: site, soil, easy crops and a calendar.
Reviews
Ted's Woodworking Review
What the 16,000-plan package includes, what it costs, and free plan sources.
- US$67 one time, as listed October 28, 2026
- 60-day money-back guarantee, as listed
- Plans only: you supply the tools, lumber and skill
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