Ben Sobieck

Click here to read how to clean a wild turkey. These are good skills to know even if the only turkeys you see are in a grocery store.

Is flood insurance right for you? Will disaster aid cover what you'd need anyway? Why are rates going up so much? Click here to find out.

Here are some tips for a bug-out location that will improve efficiency and sufficiency during a crisis. Photos detail water, hygiene and bedding tips.

Here's how to know when to do some tree removal as part of your home's severe weather preparedness. Includes photos of dangerous trees and best pole saws.

This video featuring Stacy Harris explains how to bake bread in an earthen oven. Harris made her own earthen oven in her backyard.

Being ready for the worst doesn't end at the driveway. Use these travel tips from Vincent Zandri to stay safe when far from home - or near hungry piranhas.

Use these tornado survival tips to stay one step ahead of the storm. Includes link to free tornado survival app, family preparation ideas and more.

This neat sleight-of-hand card trick drives home an important point. Having a plan is critical in keeping your family together when disaster strikes.