The Prepping Academy
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A weekly briefing for people who'd rather be ready than sorry. Sent every Sunday morning, written by Forrest Garvin, read by tens of thousands.
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Issue No. 184 · April 21, 2026
Three quiet skills that change everything when the lights go out.
Good morning, friends. This week I want to talk about the boring stuff — the skills nobody posts about because they don't make great YouTube thumbnails…
— Forrest
Four sections. Every Sunday.
No clickbait. No 'one weird trick.' Just the kind of useful, grounded writing you'd hope for from a friend who's been doing this for years.
Situational Awareness
What's happening that actually matters this week — without the doom-scroll.
Gear & Field Notes
Honest reviews of what we tested, what worked, and what didn't.
Episode Deep-Dives
The conversation behind the conversation — context, links, and resources.
Skills of the Week
One practical skill, broken down small enough to actually try.