Forever Food: Miracle Munchables That Never Spoil
We’ve all heard of the amazingly long-term shelf life of most canned or dried goods when stored properly, but even these will eventually lose their nutritional value and spoil… though it may not be...
View ArticleHow to Build a 12×20 Cabin on a Budget
I wanted to have a cabin on my property for quite some time now but with the economy, The prices of having one built has more than doubled… So i had to build it myself . Six years ago i bought a 12×16...
View ArticleFeral Food: Milkweed Pods
I now have yet another favorite wild edible! They taste mild and delicious. According to what I’ve read, you can put these pods in casseroles, stews, stir-fry’s, etc. They are so versatile! And,...
View ArticleDIY Fletching By Hand
This is a very important skill to know, if you run out of ammo you will another way to hunt and for protection. Making a bow is pretty easy but making arrows that fly straight and fast isn’t so easy....
View Article2000+ Uses For WD-40
WD-40 is a wonder product. As a child I used this to oil my bike chain. I used to love the smell too On a serious note a can of WD-40 can help you out beyond belief, The first 5 uses are below: Use...
View ArticleDIY Small Animal Trap (Rabbit, Squirrel etc)
Even in the urban garden Rabbits are a real problem. Many people dislike the thought of shooting or it may not be practical if close to houses so a live trap is a good alternative. In this...
View ArticleTop 5 Reasons Why People Do Not Catch Fish
I have 30 years of fishing experience. My father taught me how to fish, and his father taught him. My children have been fishing since they were a year old. For most Americans, fishing is one of...
View ArticleHow To Make Medicinal Pickled Garlic (And Why It’s Beneficial)
According to Gladstar’s book, “Garlic is the herb of choice in treating colds, flu, sore throats and poor or sluggish digestion… makes a potent internal and external antiseptic, antibacterial, and...
View ArticleDIY Small Septic System
Living off grid often means living in rural areas with little or no utilities available, we are left to fend for ourselves, which is typically the goal anyhow and not a problem. One of the biggest...
View ArticleHow To Identify Spiders Bites And Treat them
there are ONLY three types of potentially deadly spiders in the U.S. The Brown Recluse The Hobo Spider And the Black Widow The brown recluse is found in the southern two-thirds of the country. It...
View Article7 Important Steps To Prepare Your Chickens For Fall And Winter
The cold, dark months of winter can be life-threatening to backyard chickens, but they don’t have to be. Chickens are actually very hardy birds, able to withstand surprisingly cold temperatures as...
View Article100 Days of No Processed Foods – Crock Pot Recipes
By “no processed” foods I mean that nothing in these recipes calls for cream-of junk (unless it’s homemade), any pre-packed item like Italian Dressing, or Velveeta (bless Velveeta’s heart), etc. You...
View Article10 Tips on Dividing Perennial Plants
When dividing perennials, timing and technique are important. Perennial plants are healthiest and most productive when they are young and have room to spread. How wonderful that we can rejuvenate...
View ArticleHow To Make Your Own First Aid Antiseptic Ointment
For treating minor cuts, scraps, abrasions and whatnot, a lot of people like to use Neosporin or other antiseptic ointments, but did you know that instead of wasting $5 to $10 on ointment, you can...
View ArticleNon-Food Uses for the Crock Pot
I have this fascination with my crock pot…have you noticed? I always use it for food. I kinda feel like that’s why it was created – for food. But, from looking around on the World Wide Web, I’ve...
View Article1000+ FREE Canning Recipes
Are you just starting to can? Are you a seasoned canner? We all could do with more canning recipes, the site I came across has over 1000 recipes for you to brows and download for free. There are...
View ArticleUsing Vinegar To Improve Your Health
Vinegar is wonderful for much more than salad making and washing windows. Vinegar belongs in the home medicine cabinet or first aid kit as well as the kitchen cabinet. Any vinegar is useful, but I...
View ArticleDIY Solar Trailer ( Camping Or Bug Out )
If you camp a lot or are looking for a serious bug out trailer, this project is for you! This would give you some serious power and pretty much run everything you would ever need for a bug out...
View ArticleHomesteading project: DIY Tire Swing
Who would like to have one of these bad boys in your garden? ME, that’s who. This is a great swing for your kids, or even grown ups. Its cheap to make and sturdy to have a lot of fun on it. Use an...
View ArticleHow To Build a 40 – 45lb PVC Horsebow
If you are looking for a great DIY bow project, this may just be for you! The bow looks awesome and has some great poundage too. This can produce between 40 and 45 lbs of force. Thats pretty...
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