Category: Non Seasonal

DIY 55 Gallon Barrel Projects

Some posts may contain affiliate links. DIY 55 Gallon Barrel Projects I have seen so many awesome pallet projects that it is about time the plastic barrel got its turn at being the recycle reuse and renew royalty. That’s what this particular article is all about. I wish that these barrels were available here inexpensively …

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Top Ten Preparedness Tips

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Top Ten Preparedness Tips There are tons and tons of preparedness ideas, opinions, and tips out there. In all honesty everyone feels their ideas are the best and just as honestly, they are! What works for you in your situation is the best. So as with all the ideas, …

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Not Just Chickens

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Not Just Chickens Other Egg Producing Birds Suitable for Your Flock When the majority of the western world says “eggs” we automatically assume chicken eggs, so much so that we don’t even bother to identify the fowl that they came from! We are aware of that there are other …

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5 Techniques To Stop An Attacker

Some posts may contain affiliate links 5 Techniques To Stop An Attacker Being skilled in a martial art or with any kind of weapon is wise and an irreplaceable skill when needed. But it isn’t always the ticket to getting out of a situation where you have been attacked by some one equally skilled in …

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Tips for Surviving A Home Invasion

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Tips for Surviving A Home Invasion It used to be that the issue of home security other than a lock on the front door were the concerns of only the wealthy or those that live a lifestyle that could bring dangerous strangers to the doorstep. Now days that is not …

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Hand Milking a Cow or Goat

Some posts may contain affiliate links Hand Milking a Cow or Goat Hand milking a cow or goat isn’t as easy as one may think. I grew up in dairy country and have used an electronic milker many times and have tried my hand at milking by hand. First issue is that not every cow is …

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Reviewing the Ruger 10/22 Takedown as a Survival Rifle

Reviewing the Ruger 10/22 Takedown as a Survival Rifle 1st of all I must confess I am not a weapons expert by any means. I assume the majority of the population isn’t either. So I find these reviews helpful. Those discussing this rifle are more educated on the pros and cons of these matters particularly when it …

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Aeroponics for Beginners

Some posts may contain affiliate links. Aeroponics for Beginners This is a really simplified small model of an aeroponics garden system. It’s small enough for beginners to easily handle while they learn the best methods for the plants and environment they will be using. It doesn’t take an abundance of water to begin either, only …

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MIY Bacon

Some posts may contain affiliate links MIY Bacon To some of us, myself included, no bacon is a SHTF event! 😛 Seriously this thinly sliced commonly known as a  breakfast meat has become the duct tape of choice by cooks just about every where. It has its own unique processing method. Its first cured then smoked. As …

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DIY Alternator Wind Generator

Some posts may contain affiliate links. DIY Alternator Wind Generator Once again we are show casing homesteader creativity and ingenuity! When you are off the grid becoming adaptable is imperative. Recycling becomes a way of thinking and a way of living. In this instance this homesteader converted an old truck alternator into a wind powered …

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