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Mr. Heater Buddy vs Buddy Flex
I have the older style Mr. Heater and for emergency use it works relatively well if only it didn’t use propane so fast. Apparently, the upgraded Mr. Heater Flex has a few features that would be of interest to most people for only a bit more cost, including higher BTU output, omni-directional heat, a windscreen…
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The ONE Lesson Americans Refuse to Learn
I’ve been preparing myself and my family for emergencies for well over a decade. In fact, I think I started this blog back around 2010 but, to be honest, I’d probably been interested in preparedness for about twenty years now. I believe that getting married and having children had something to do with it, and…
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Split Firewood Kindling Easily!
I think that once you get the hang of this, it’ll be your favorite wood splitting tool. But you shouldn’t be so ambitious and try to split a huge round like the video shows in the beginning; it’s rather funny watching him try to get the first round through because it looks like something I…
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Everything to Know About Firewood for Your Homestead
Firewood is a practical and environmentally friendly way to heat your homestead. Trees are all around you, and they’re readily available to be used as fuel for your wood stove. Many people who homestead choose to use firewood, so you might be thinking about switching to this heating system. Using firewood sounds easy, but a…
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10 Useful Additions to a Survival Shelter You May Not Have Considered
In a survival situation, your primary requirements are food, water and shelter. These are the most essential elements of living alone, regardless of the SHTF scenario you find yourself in. Of course, there is something to be said for what you may consider “nonessential” survival concerns. In most cases, you won’t know how long you’ll…
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10 Ways to Live Without Refrigeration
He’s makes a point that most of us in the modern world feel like we can’t live without a refrigerator, but it wasn’t so long ago when that’s the way the world did things. And, while I don’t necessarily agree that all of his ten suggestions are the easiest to accomplish, they’ll certainly give you…
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Tips for Managing Wildlife on Your Homestead
Wildlife on your homestead provides many benefits and opportunities for you. Attracting the right animals and insects, while humanely mitigating pests and dangerous animals, will make your homestead a thriving community for wildlife. By managing wildlife, you can peacefully observe animals coming and going. If you’re an avid photographer, hunter or observer, properly dealing with…
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How to Maintain Your Mental Health in Isolation
Maybe the events of the past year haven’t tested your mettle enough, or perhaps too much cabin fever has you itching for an extended solo trek. Spending time in isolation has inspired poets and off-the-grid types since time immemorial. Plus, sometimes, you just want to be alone. However, human beings are social animals, and you…
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The Walipini – Alternative Greenhouse Design
I’d imagine you’ve seen a variety of greenhouse designs, including the traditional hoop house styles, but have you ever seen a Walipini? It’s purposely designed like this to more efficiently transfer heat in the winter, reduce heat in the summer, and even water the grow beds too. Of course, there’s some math involved, but nothing…