Sustain’s Survival Guide Part Two: The Best Ways to Protect Yourself While Camping
If there’s one thing that we’re certain of, it’s that the safety of our loved ones comes first when venturing out in the wild. In Part 1 of Sustain’s Camping Survival Guide, we gave you a brief rundown on how you can be prepared and ensure you’ve taken proper safety precautions before embarking on your
Part One of Sustain’s Survival Guide: Everything You Need for Your Next Camping Trip
What’s better than kicking off 2020 than with an action-packed family camping trip? Not much. From hiking through beautiful forests, admiring the breathtaking sights, to gathering around a campfire, telling legendary stories and sleeping in the heart of the woods, there isn’t a better way to bond and enjoy quality time with friends or loved
Top 10 States That Have Faced the Worst Natural Disasters
Though natural disasters can strike at any time and in any place, there are still some areas more prone to emergencies than other. Unfortunately, you may be at a higher risk of facing a serious natural disaster if you live in one of the below 10 states. Colorado | Since 1953, Colorado has faced 83
The Importance of Being Financially Prepared for Emergency Situations
Emergency situations and natural disasters are inherently stressful for anyone who has to or has ever had to face them. At Sustain Supply Co., we continuously discuss the importance of making sure your emergency bags are ready for any situation, but, today, we want to talk about something just as important: being prepared financially. Household Information
The Worst Natural Disasters of 2019
2019 has been a year full of earthquakes, hurricanes, and wildfires that seem to continue to rage year after year without warning. Unfortunately, natural disasters are a way of life. We can constantly prepare ourselves and our homes; however, we will never be able to stop them completely. It’s important to note which disasters have caused
The Best Way to Prepare for a Wildfire
Wildfires not only have the ability to destroy homes but to also cause serious injury as well as death to anyone in its path. A wildfire is an unplanned fire that burns in a natural area, such as a forest, grassland, or prairie. Wildfires can be caused by humans or lightning, can even create flooding
Preparing for Natural Disasters with Children with Medical Issues
Natural disasters already present a large threat to the population’s wellbeing, but for those who have a child or multiple children with some form of medical issue natural disasters prove to be even more dangerous. For most families, last minute preparations can be sufficient to ensure safety during a natural disaster, but for those with
Where to Get Information Before, During, and After a Disaster
Unpredictability comes hand in hand with the weather. Although there are experts who can attempt to broadcast rain and shine, no report is made with full confidence. While this is less relevant in situations involving temperature or rain, in the event of a natural disaster, knowing its general direction can save countless lives. Constantly being
The Importance of an Emergency Blanket
In the face of any natural disaster or severe weather event, it is always important to have an emergency pack at the ready for when things turn sour. The most common items that come to mind are water, food, batteries, first-aid supplies, and lighting. An important item that commonly gets overlooked, is an emergency blanket,
Emergency Packing: Additional Items to Consider
Creating your own emergency survival bag can be a bit overwhelming. How much water do you need, how many servings of food, and, since everything you own won’t fit in a back pack, what do you absolutely need to include? That’s just one of the reasons we decided on creating our award-winning survival bags. Reduce
