Some posts may contain affiliate links. DIY Drain Barrel An alternative to a rain gutter barrel for those who don’t have actual down spouts or prefer to fill a number of smaller containers at one time. Remember however, that water collected this way hasn’t been purified so you might want to use clear containers so …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. 2 DIY Fire Pistons Most folks know to always have at least 2 at the ready fire starting tools. So you do…. your matches are wet because the disaster was a wet one and in the chaos your fire starter piston broke. Now what? Why, you make yourself another …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. Off Grid Solar Refrigeration Options; Including DIY Version (3 links + video) Don’t ever worry about spoilage due to a power outage again! There are solar options available now that will keep your frozen items frozen and refrigerated items cool. Solar refrigeration is the way of the future and I think …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. Carol’s Apocalypse Cookie Recipe If you aren’t aware of who Carol is you have been away from civilization too long! The famous once overly compliant mother turned survivor badass during the zombie apocalypse on the hit show The Walking Dead. As the character deals with the loss of not only her …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. Penny-Pinching Ways To Save Saving money these days is earning money! Never has it been truer than a penny saved is a penny earned. Old sayings are often old sayings because they are true and hold true over the years. It used be that being called a penny pincher …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. DIY 5 Gallon Bucket Fish Trap This is a neat update on the native American Primitive Funnel Fish Trap made with a 5 gallon bucket rather than woven twigs. It is a great way to passively catch fish. No sitting with a rod and reel which is fun, but not …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. Urban Beekeeping for Beginners Urban or rural nothing tops the taste or multiple health and cooking uses for honey! It keeps almost indefinitely and is actually one of nature’s sweet treats that is extremely healthy for you. With the exception of children under 2 years of age, who shouldn’t …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. Canning Meat: Raw Packed or Seared (2 links) The facts are that the majority of the population doesn’t hunt on a regular basis. There will be a learning curve if the SHTF, that is if the game aren’t run off by what ever disaster scenario created the SHTF. This …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. Decorating for Preppers-Tight Space Prepping I am always saying prepping is not a thing it is a lifestyle. This doesn’t mean your home is decorated with camouflage and gun racks! It’s about making your home continue to reflect your taste and style while still serving the purpose of being …
Some posts may contain affiliate links. MIY Shagbark Hickory Syrup I’d heard of maple syrup. But I had not heard of hickory syrup until I came across the featured recipe from Dave’s Cupboard. I’ve heard talk on the reservation that bark has been used for generations as a healing potion. Made into tea by the elders who swear by …
