Ep 130. FREE and Easy Prepper Tasks to Do in Summer

☀️ What if prepping didn’t feel overwhelming—or expensive? In this episode, we’re diving into six completely free ways to boost your preparedness this summer. While fall and winter tend to feel like the “typical” prepping seasons, summer offers its own unique energy: longer days, lighter routines, and a little more breathing room. I’m sharing practical things you can do right now—without needing to buy a single thing—that will give you more peace of mind at home. These ideas are perfect for beginners or anyone who wants to be more prepared without falling down a rabbit hole of fear or conspiracy theories. (Not our vibe.) 🌿 What we cover in this episode: Why summer is secretly a great time for prepping The power of inventory + decluttering (aka finding the gear you forgot you had) Fun ways to rotate water and test your emergency supplies Skills > Stuff: easy activities to practice for self-reliance Free downloads + printables to help organize your plans How to loop in your kids and build family safety habits Community preparedness ideas Where to actually find free gear Plus a few of my favorite low-cost summer habits—like garage sale treasure hunting and side-of-the-road scores 🙌 📌 Mentioned in this episode: 🆓 Free Printable: Emergency Prep Checklist 🧺 My Amazon Prepper Favorites Storefront 🧯 Past episodes on prepping: Ep 75. Prepared for Unrest? How City Homesteading Gives Us an EdgeEp 71. 6 Ideas for Winter Homestead PreparednessEp 68. National Preparedness Month for Normal PeopleEp 67. Stop Consuming and Start Learning Preparedness SkillsEp 62. What a Tree Falling on My House Taught Me About Emergency PreparednessEp. 48 How to Have a Prepper Stash Without the Conspiracy Join the conversation in our Facebook community 📲 Follow me on Instagram: @brittanylgibson

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Do you feel like you never have time to cook from scratch the way you want to? Tried diving into the homesteading lifestyle only to end up feeling burnt out? Maybe you’re not even sure where to start. Are you ready to navigate the world of homesteading in a way that suits your modern life? In this podcast, you will find modern and practical solutions for your suburban homestead. I’m here to dish out quick and straightforward homesteading tips and home management systems, all geared towards intentional living and finding contentment. If you’re itching to kick off your homesteading journey on your terms, bid farewell to overwhelm and guilt—you’re in the right spot. Hey friend. I’m Brittany. Crunchy mom and wannabe homesteader. I’ve been down the road of trying to learn all the homesteady things… and then I hit the burnout wall. Attempting to master every internet-suggested skill all at once led to wasted time and, let’s be honest, quite a bit of wasted money. But guess what? It doesn’t have to be an all-or-nothing ordeal. I’ve found a way to live out homesteading principles in my own modern style, letting go of some things and crafting a plan that sticks. And now, I’m here to guide you to do the same. If you’re ready to homestead in a way that meshes with your busy life— Join me and let’s make your homesteading goals a reality! Grab that sourdough starter from the back of your fridge, it’s time to rise.