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When it comes to being prepared, few things are more important than having reliable food supplies. Whether you enjoy camping, hiking, bushcraft or are building a store for emergencies, foods with a long shelf life are an essential part of any plan. Stocking the right items ensures you are never caught out, and many can be used in everyday cooking as well as stored for the long term.

Power cuts are a common but often underestimated disruption in the UK. Whether caused by storms, technical failures, or unexpected surges, losing electricity can impact everything from cooking and heating, to communication and home security. Preparing ahead of time ensures you and your family stay safe, comfortable, and informed.

Getting started with preparedness can feel daunting, but you don’t need to stockpile huge amounts of gear or learn every survival skill at once. Prepping is about taking simple, practical steps that make you and your family more resilient in everyday life and unexpected situations.

On Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm, every compatible mobile phone and tablet in the UK will sound a loud siren-like alarm and display a message as part of a national test of the Emergency Alerts system.

A well structured routine and a steady focus on preparedness go hand in hand. They provide a framework that gives clarity to daily life, while also offering resilience against unexpected changes. Instead of reacting to problems in panic, routine and preparedness create the foundation to deal with them calmly and effectively. This article explores how routine can reduce stress, why preparedness is so closely linked, and practical steps you can take to strengthen both in your o

At its core, Meshtastic is a long-range, off-grid messaging platform. It uses small, portable devices called LoRa (Long Range) radios to create a mesh network. Each device in the network can send and receive messages, acting as both a sender and a relay for other devices. This means messages can travel over miles, even in areas with no mobile signal, making it perfect for outdoor adventures and emergency preparedness scenarios.

At UKSN, we know that being ready for life’s curveballs isn’t extreme or strange – it’s sensible. The challenge is explaining that to others without making them feel overwhelmed, judged, or alienated. This guide will help you start those conversations naturally, avoid the “tin foil hat” label, and maybe even inspire your friends to join you in becoming more self-reliant.

Every so often, something from deep space swings by to say hello. This summer, an intriguing object known as 3I/ATLAS has made headlines. Some people have been whispering about alien technology and secret probes, while others roll their eyes and mutter “it’s just a comet.”

When we think about prepping and bushcraft, the image that often comes to mind is someone trekking through the wilderness with a rucksack and an axe, living off the land without a care in the world. But the reality for many in the UKSN community is far broader and more diverse. Prepping is not just about the physically strong or able-bodied; it’s about building resilience for everyone.