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Kyle Harrison

The 72-Hour Window (1)

Is Martial Law Really Going To Happen?

Kyle Harrison

Feb 23, 2026

The 72-Hour Window

Is Martial Law Really Going To Happen?

Kyle Harrison

Feb 16, 2026

The Backup Fuel Audit

I spent three hours last Saturday sorting through propane cylinders and half empty gas cans in the shed, which sounds boring until you realize one bad tank can wreck a generator mid outage. This week I am walking you through the fuel inventory system that keeps our backup power running when the grid does not.

Kyle Harrison

Feb 10, 2026

The Ice Storm Ledger

Most folks remember big events by headlines. I remember them by what broke first. This issue is about naming your weak spots before they surprise you, because unnamed problems have a bad habit of showing up at the worst possible time.

Kyle Harrison

Feb 2, 2026

Winter Water When the Power Goes Out

This week I want to talk about something that bit me years ago when I thought I had all my bases covered. It is one of those quiet problems that does not announce itself until you turn a tap and nothing comes out. I am talking about winter water prep in a place like Missouri where the weather can turn on a dime and the pipes do not forgive you for being lazy.

Kyle Harrison

Jan 25, 2026

Setting the Tone for a Sensible 2026

Last week knocked me flat and I do not mean in a poetic way. A head cold and a stubborn cough had me moving slower than a Missouri summer afternoon. I am back on my feet now, easing into my walks again, and it got me thinking about how I want to approach preparedness heading into 2026.

Kyle Harrison

Jan 19, 2026

What a Great Way To Start Out 2026...

Well folks, I'm writing to you today from my recliner with a box of tissues on one side and a trash can on the other, and let me tell you, this is not how I planned to kick off 2026!

Kyle Harrison

Jan 12, 2026

The Year of Plain Sense Preparedness

I have always believed a new year ought to start with a cup of hot coffee, a pen and notebook, and a little honesty about where we are and where we are not. This year feels like a good one to slow down, get practical, and take care of the basics that let regular folks sleep better at night.

Kyle Harrison

Jan 6, 2026

New Year, Old Sense, Getting Ready Without Losing Your Mind

I woke up New Years morning the same way I usually do, coffee first, boots second, and a quick look outside to see what kind of mood Missouri decided to wake up in. The calendar flipped, but the land did not care one bit. That is kind of the point.

Kyle Harrison

Dec 30, 2025

Stories That Stick When the Lights Go Out

This week I want to talk about a set of books that surprised me and then flat out refused to let me put them down. These stories hit close to home for anyone who thinks about preparedness, trust, and what really matters when systems fail.

Kyle Harrison

Dec 18, 2025

The Maple Syrup Shortage That Wasn't

I had myself half convinced that I was staring down a pancake crisis this week after a neighbor mentioned some trouble up in Vermont, but it turned out to be nothing more than a mix up over tapping permits and a bit of local gossip. Still, it got me thinking about how quickly little ripples can turn into waves if we are not paying attention. In this issue I walk through how I sort through rumor, fact, and that funny space in between that every prepper eventually learns to navigate.

Kyle Harrison

Dec 8, 2025

Cold Fronts and Full Pantries

I was topping off the kerosene cans this week when that sharp Missouri chill settled in, the kind that gets into your bones and reminds you to double check the pantry before the roads glaze over. It got me thinking about how small habits keep a family steady when the weather or the world gets a little sideways. So this week I pulled together a mix of stories and tips from my own place here outside Sedalia that I hope will help you feel a little more ready for whatever rolls in next.

Kyle Harrison

Dec 1, 2025

The Creek Still Rises Before Dawn

Most mornings here in Missouri I can smell the river mud long before the sun decides to show itself, and this week that scent got me thinking about the small things we overlook until they jump up and bite us.

Kyle Harrison

Nov 24, 2025

Bitterroot Pass is Published!

You can get it for free today...

Kyle Harrison

Nov 13, 2025

Bitterroot Pass Gets Released This Week!

My first novel...

Kyle Harrison

Nov 10, 2025

The Night the Power Went Out at 2 AM in February

I was half asleep when the house went dark and the furnace sighed to a stop. It is funny how quiet a house can get when everything turns off at once. This week I want to talk about what happens in those first ten minutes and why they matter more than the big flashy gear folks like to brag about.

Kyle Harrison

Nov 3, 2025

A Dry Mouth Teaches Fast

Last weekend our well pump decided to take a nap right when Darlene was making her famous chili, and let me tell you, nothing humbles a man faster than standing there with a sink full of beans and no water. Got me thinking about how most folks don’t give a second thought to where their water comes from until the faucet coughs air. This week I’m talking about getting ahead of that problem before it gets ahead of you.

Kyle Harrison

Oct 28, 2025

So...the Lights Went Out in Missouri

You never really think about how much noise your house makes until the power goes out and you can hear the refrigerator stop humming. I had one of those quiet nights this week when a storm rolled through and knocked us off the grid for six hours. Darlene lit candles like she was setting the mood for a fancy dinner, and I was just trying to remember where I put that hand-crank radio I swore I’d never need.

Kyle Harrison

Oct 21, 2025

When the Power Flickers and the Coffee Stops Brewing

I was pouring my first cup of coffee Saturday morning when the lights did that little flicker thing. You know, the one that makes you stop mid-pour and just stand there for a second, wondering if you’re about to lose your freezer full of venison.

Kyle Harrison

Oct 14, 2025

A Generator, a Cup of Coffee, and the Sound of the Storm

I’ve got to tell you, there’s nothing quite like that moment when the lights flicker, and you realize you might actually have to use all that gear you’ve been bragging about to your buddies. This week I’m talking about generators, power prep, and what happens when your coffee maker suddenly becomes useless in the middle of a thunderstorm. Grab a mug and settle in, because I learned a few lessons the hard way.

Kyle Harrison

Oct 8, 2025

When the Heat Goes Out

This week I am writing about the one thing that can knock out your comfort faster than anything else, and that is losing your heat in the middle of a Missouri cold snap. I will share what Darlene and I keep on hand, what I learned from a neighbor’s frozen pipes, and why my son in law Steve out in Oregon thinks he has it easier but really doesn’t.

Kyle Harrison

Sep 30, 2025

Pancakes and Propane

If you are standing in your kitchen one morning and the power flicks off right in the middle of flipping pancakes, you will know pretty quick whether you are prepared or not. This week I want to share some thoughts about backup cooking setups, propane storage, and the little tricks I have learned over the years here in Missouri that keep Darlene from giving me that look when breakfast is on the line.

Kyle Harrison

Sep 23, 2025

A Little Breather...

After a long week of smokehouse duty and food storage chores, I am giving myself a short break. But I still have a few quick tips to keep your pantry and gear squared away until I am back next Monday.

Kyle Harrison

Sep 17, 2025

When the Power Goes Out in the Middle of Dinner

Nothing will remind you how fragile daily life is quite like standing over a half-cooked pot roast when the lights flicker off. This week I am talking about old-school tricks and modern backups for keeping supper on the table when the grid decides to take the night off.

Kyle Harrison

Sep 9, 2025

Stockpiling More Than Just Beans

This week I’m talking about the less glamorous side of prepping, the stuff that is not shiny gear or buckets of rice but the everyday items that turn into gold when you suddenly can’t find them. Around here in Missouri, I have learned the hard way that the smallest things can make or break your comfort.

Kyle Harrison

Sep 3, 2025