Tag: off grid

Is Black Seed a Cure All?

Is Black Seed a Cure All? A friend recently told me she was trying black seed as an herbal remedy for a particular very difficult health issue. I had never heard of it before, so she directed me to the article linked below and I did a little more research of my own. Although studies …

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The Basics of Survival Medicine

The Basics of Survival Medicine When I saw this article, I knew I had to share it with you. So often survival medicine is about first aid and staying safe from a pandemic. It really is so much more than that. Once the wounds are dressed, new set of issues arise. Dehydration, malnutrition, preventing infections, …

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Raising Rabbits

Raising Rabbits Usually we think of chickens when we think of prepping with small animals. Chickens are duel use for both eggs and meat. But they do take longer to become usable than does the happy breeding rabbit. Bulk will be important when SHTF as your chickens will take awhile to build up to a …

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HAM Radio Basics

HAM Radio Basics One method of communications among civilians in crisis situations is the HAM Radio. Using one is not as easy as simply keying up like with a CB. Although there is CB etiquette it is not as strictly enforced by the users nor by the government as are HAM broadcasts. Legally using a HAM …

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Canning Using a Wood Fire

Some posts may contain affiliate links.  Canning Using a Wood Fire Homesteaders, preppers and the fiscally responsible all can when produce is in season for use when it is not so readily available. One of the best ways of reducing your monthly grocery bill and extending the use of your harvest. Not only financially responsible, home …

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A List of Homesteading Skills to Learn

A List of Homesteading Skills to Learn So your dream is to have your own homestead. Even while your saving for or searching for your perfect plot of land there are homesteading skills that you should be learning. Homesteading is not an easy task and definitely not for the weak at heart. There are more chores …

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$50 Off the Grid Fridge

$50 Off the Grid Fridge An inexpensive mini fridge that uses an evaporative design to keep your food cool without power. A neat off the grid re-invention pre-power cooling. There are many designs for off grid coolers similar to a zeer pot but this one looks really closer to the electric version in your kitchen. It even comes with a see through door …

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Herbal Remedy for Poison Ivy

Herbal Remedy for Poison Ivy An awesome herbal remedy for a nasty poison ivy rash! There is no immediate remedy for a poison ivy reaction not even with all the medications available today. But this natural treatment does almost the same thing as the more mainstream expensive creams recommended by doctors. It reduces the itching and helps contain the …

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Hot Water Off the Grid W/O Electricity

Hot Water Off the Grid W/O Electricity We give a lot of thought to storing drinkable water, but not much thought about hot water until you get that utility bill! No one likes a cold shower and if you have ever tried to wash dishes in cold water you know it just doesn’t cut it. When …

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Hand Tools in a Power Down Crisis

Hand Tools in a Power Down Crisis In most emergency situations the first thing down is the power grid. Unfortunately those types of emergencies are often caused by natural disasters which can also damage your home and property.If gas is available to run a generator, yes your power tools will come in real handy. However, …

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