Posts tagged: preparedness
How To Be Prepared in a Blackout (or other emergency).
By ChrisjobFortunately, the Cold War is over. But unfortunately, there's no more swinging bachelor pad-ish bomb shelters floating about the suburbs.
Still, emergencies can happen, especially if you live in geographic area with a higher risk of natural disasters. Keeping a few items on hand will put you in the best place in case a blackout occurs.
Matches. Get a whole box, and keep them dry. Keeping a couple candles nearby is always advisable. If you have a » READ MORE
A check list for getting your house ready for Fall!
By Ken Hoyt 
I recently visited Helen Raptis and Dave Anderson on AMNW on KATU to talk about getting some fall chores completed. Follow this link to see the video. Below you'll find the list we talked about with links to recipes.
Start Outside
* Wash down the windows from the outside
* Wash down or sweep the outside walls and decks as needed.
* Finish any maintenance that’s weather related (like painting raw wood)
* Check the gutters » READ MORE
