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These monthly newsletters (from January 2011 to present) are to help us all be more prepared. They are written for the Hurricane Utah Stake (Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints,) but everyone is welcome to make copies. Many other groups and individuals are using them. (Note: Garden tips are for Southern Utah. You may need to adjust to fit your climate.)

Friday, August 1, 2025

August 2025 Back to Basics Newsletter


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The “lazy days of summer” seem to be winding up faster than we planned. August has shown up rather quickly. It is a great month to enjoy the last of summer activities. Take advantage of the warm summer days and nights to star gaze, float the river, play night games, or just take a drive through the nearby wonders. As we “finish” the summer fun, let us remember to include a little more preparedness. Those camping trips and cookouts are practice for no power or water. The garden should be in full swing – and pretty much everything you grow can be preserved in one way or another for a winter meal. The world around us has so much upheaval – from volcanoes and earthquakes to political spats and corruption. But we can remember, as Ralph Waldo Emerson said, “This time, like all times, is a very good one, if we but know what to do with it.” Let us use this time to Be Prepared!

Included in this month's newsletter:

Disaster Prep - A Back-to-School Family Plan:  tips to establish a family communication and travel plan for safety and disaster prep.

Better Late Than Never... Food Storage Catch-up:  If you have procrastinated but are now thinking you should get a food storage - here are ideas to help you get going!

Spiritual Preparedness:  Quotes from Elder Ronald Rasband and President Dallin H Oaks to remind us of the importance of preparedness. Includes a thought from President Spencer W Kimball.

In the Southern Utah Garden:  tips for August chores in the garden, orchard and yard.

Disaster Prep- What level are you?  Five levels of preparedness to help you give yourself a checkup.

Using the Harvest - How to Tips:  ideas to freeze summer squash and dry peppers (including making a pepper powder.) Also past Back to Basics references for tomato and squash canning and recipes.

Provident Living - A Penny Saved is a Penny Earned: tips to save money in your home and keep belongings nice!

 Click here for a complete copy of the August 2025 Back to Basics Newsletter.

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