By Sharon Lowenheim

Did you know that September is National Preparedness Month? The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Citizen Corps have sponsored this event for the last sixyears to encourage Americans to prepare for all kinds of emergencies.

What do you need to do in order to be prepared? (more…)

By Micah Jordan

We don’t know what the increase in solar activity in 2012 is going to do to our energy infrastructure. But even if we survive it, there are still good reasons to consider alternative means of keeping our homes supplied with power. We all know an alternative to fossil fuels must be found soon. Scientists are working hard on finding and adapting new technologies, and it pays to know what’s coming down the pike. Here’s a basic primer on the alternatives (more…)

Catastrophe in 2012 or not, it will ALWAYS make sense to ensure that you and your family are protected from the worst of any natural or man-made disaster. We have emergency kits of all sizes and for all circumstances…for one person/one day, up to supplies to take care of a family of 5 for up to 3 days. We haven’t forgotten your pets, either – choose between emergency supplies for your dog or cat, so that they can weather the storm along with you.

Whether you need supplies for on-the-road, at-the-office, in-the-school, or in-your-home emergencies, we have you covered.

Deluxe Compact Safety Kit + Mask Price: 49.00	Adult Evacuation Mask- 1 Person Price: 16.00	Deluxe Adult Personal Safety Kit Price: 29.00	Standard Compact Safety Kit Price: 34.00
Deluxe Portable Safety Kit Price: 50.00	Adult Evacuation Mask- 4 Pack Price: 62.00	Child Evacuation Mask- 1 Person Price: 16.00	Child Evacuation Mask- 4 Pack Price: 62.00
Urban Road Warrior Price: 79.00	Mountain Road Warrior Price: 84.00	Economy Road Warrior Price: 43.00	Flat Tire Fixer Price: 6.00
Tow Rope Price: 7.50	Auto Inspection Lamp Price: 7.50	Reflecting Triangle with Stand Price: 4.00	Battery Jumper Cables Price: 8.00
72 Hour Emergency Survival Kit- 1 Person Price: 49.00	72 Hour Emergency Survival Kit-2 Person Price: 68.00	72 Hour Emergency Survival Kit- 3 Person Price: 87.00	72 Hour Emergency Survival Kit- 4 Person Price: 106.00
72 Hour Emergency Survival Kit- 5 Person Price: 125.00	1 Person Safety Kit Price: 19.00	Deluxe 72 Hour Emergency Survival Kit-1 Person Price: 59.00	Deluxe 72 Hour Emergency Survival Kit- 2 Person Price: 78.00
Deluxe 72 Hour Emergency Survival Kit- 3 Person Price: 97.00	Deluxe 72 Hour Emergency Survival Kit- 4 Person Price: 116.00	Deluxe 72 Hour Emergency Survival Kit- 5 Person Price: 135.00	Deluxe Compact Safety Kit Price: 40.00
Hurricane Almanac 2006 Price: 10.95	Autographed Copy, Hurricane Almanac 2006 Price: 19.95	Hurricane Almanac.com Kit Price: 99.95	Cell Phone Charger Price: 29.00
AC/DC TV with AM-FM Radio Price: 35.00	Emergency Communication Kit Price: 42.00	AM/FM Solar Radio with Flashlight Price: 31.00	Plastic Whistle with Lanyard Price: 0.30
5 in 1 Survival Whistle Price: 5.50	Fire Extinguisher- 16 oz. Price: 20.00	Fire Extinguisher- Pro 5lbs. Price: 50.00	Fire Ladder- 2 Story Price: 65.00
Fire Ladder- 3 Story Price: 115.00	Fire Blanket Price: 75.00	First Aid Kit for Pets Price: 19.00	Deluxe Personal First Aid Kit Price: 9.50
Personal First Aid Kit Price: 5.15	157 Piece First Aid Kit Price: 22.00	1200 Calorie Emergency Food Rations Price: 5.00	2400 Calorie Emergency Food Rations Price: 8.00
3600 Calorie Emergency Food Rations Price: 11.00	Cat Food Rations Price: 3.50	Dog Food Rations Price: 3.50	Economy Safety Kit (Backpack) Price: 45.00
Economy Safety Kit (Honey Bucket) Price: 45.00	Deluxe Safety Kit (Backpack) Price: 85.00	Deluxe Safety Kit (Honey Bucket) Price: 88.00	Portable Safety Kit Price: 32.00
1 Day Survival Kit Price: 9.00	Basic 3-Day Survival Kit Price: 13.00	Classroom Lockdown Kit Price: 82.00	On the Go Survival Kit Price: 17.00
Office/ Classroom Deluxe Safety Kit Price: 89.00	Standard Transit Safety Kit Price: 17.00	Basic Transit Safety Kit Price: 15.00	Pet Safety Kit- Cat Price: 59.00
Pet Safety Kit- Dog Price: 59.00	AM/FM Radio-Siren-Flashlight Price: 12.00	Waterproof Matches- Box of 50 Price: 0.75	Slow Burning Emergency Candle Price: 6.50
20 Year Shelf Life Batteries- 1 Pair Price: 11.00	Batteries- (D) 2 Pack Price: 2.00	Batteries- (AA) 2 Pack Price: 1.25	Batteries- (AAA) 2 Pack Price: 1.25
Batteries (C)- 1 Pair Price: 2.00	Fluorescent Camp Lantern Price: 32.00	Large Safety Flashlight (D) Price: 2.25	LED Flashlight with Cell Phone Charger Price: 18.00
Mini Torch Flashlight with Batteries Price: 1.75	Solar Powered Flashlight Price: 18.00	Light Stick- 12 Hour Price: 1.75	Portable Stove Price: 6.95
Deluxe Office Emergency Kit- 10 Person Price: 250.00	Deluxe Office Emergency Kit- 20 Person Price: 350.00	Deluxe Office Emergency Kit- 5 Person Price: 180.00	Port-A-Pottie (Honey Bucket) Price: 24.00
Honey Bucket storage Price: 8.00	Deluxe Hygiene Kit Price: 21.00	Camper’s Solar Shower Bag Price: 12.50	Tissues Price: 0.65
Deluxe Air Bed (Twin Size) Price: 39.00	Foot Pump Price: 8.00	Safety Vest with Clear Insert Price: 17.00	2 Person Tube Tent Price: 7.50
Emergency Thermal Blanket. Price: 2.00	Emergency Poncho- Adult Price: 2.00	Emergency Poncho- Kids Price: 4.00	Rain Suit Price: 18.00
Vinyl Tarp 8′x10′ Price: 7.00	Vinyl Tarp 30′ x 30′ Price: 59.00	Vinyl Tarp 16′ x 24′ Price: 29.00	Vinyl Safety Bag Price: 5.00
Preparedness Kit Replacement Backpack Price: 10.35	Fanny pack Price: 10.00	Leather Palm Safety Gloves Price: 2.15	6 in 1 Survival Shovel Price: 23.00
Swiss Army Style Knife- 13 functions Price: 2.50	High Strength Utility Tape- 10 yards Price: 2.25	High Strength Utility Tape- 50 yards Price: 5.25	Nylon Rope 50′ Price: 2.75
14 in 1 Pocket Tool Price: 8.00	Hack Saw Price: 8.00	Respirator Safety Mask Price: 1.95	3 in 1 Can Opener Price: 1.90
6 Piece Screwdriver Set Price: 5.00	5 Piece Plier Set Price: 12.00	Hammer (24 ounce) Price: 11.00	Gas & Water Shut Off Tool Price: 19.00
Drinking Water Pump Price: 8.00	Aqua Blox Price: 2.50	Emergency Water Rations- 9 Pack Price: 19.00	55 Gallon Water Barrel package Price: 140.00
30 Gallon Water Barrel package Price: 130.00	Water Storage Bag- 2 Gallon Capacity Price: 4.95	Emergency Water Rations- Single Pack Price: 0.50	Water Purification Tablets Price: 7.50

By James W Smith

2012 will be a very interesting year. The United States will have a Presidential election. Across the world, elections will also be held in France, Mexico, and Ireland. The Freedom Tower will be completed in New York. The Summer Olympic games will be held in London, England. NASA’s new Orion spacecraft is scheduled for completion and will begin to (more…)

By Susan Zummo

Is 2012 another Y2K in the making? Are the predictions based in fact or doomsday fantasy? What’s really going to happen in 2012 and what will the world look like in 2013? It seems as though everyone has a book, movie or seminar filled with predictions geared to answer those questions. While there is no absolute agreement regarding what will happen, everyone seems to agree on (more…)