Author Archives: Jordan London

Strange But True- Non Maple Trees Tapped for Syrup

Why buy at the grocery store what you could get straight from your backyard? Syrup is a kitchen staple, particularly for breakfast, and pancakes just wouldn’t be the same without them. You might think maples are the only type of trees that can provide you with syrup, but that’s not true! You could have other trees

Simple Tips for Wood Finishing

You’ve spent all this time and effort creating a piece of wood furniture you’re proud of. Why not then spend a bit more time ensuring its longevity and quality by putting a finish on it? You may think that taking this extra step is going to require research, more tools and patience that you just don’t have.

Gasifiers Help Create a More Sustainable Living Environment

Even if you have a desire to live off-grid and create a more sustainable living environment, your desire is probably overshadowed by potential hiccups or unknowns. It’s true: Attempting to live off the grid comes with its own challenges. However, getting to know the gasifier as a provider of energy will help you overcome your off-the-grid worries.

Why Homesteaders Should Consider Quail Farming

Think of your typical farm animals. You’re probably picturing a chicken, cow, pig, horse, etc. What about a quail? That bird probably didn’t make your list alongside the rest of them. After all, the song “Old MacDonald Had a Farm” doesn’t really include a quail. Quails can provide many overlooked benefits to homesteaders. They’re not

5 Mistakes Everyone Makes When Starting Seeds

Gardening can provide such a relaxing and quiet refuge amidst the stress of the world. It’s rewarding to watch small seeds grow into strong and healthy plants. Oftentimes, these plants then give back by providing you with nutritious food or colorful foliage. Whether your garden is struggling or is doing just fine, there are a few common

How To Make A Mega Anvil For Blacksmithing

Whether you’re new to the blacksmith world or could weld in your sleep, you know that an anvil is a blacksmith’s best friend. It provides the strong surface upon which an object is struck and can make a huge difference in the efficiency and quality of a blacksmith’s work. However, a sturdy anvil comes with

Survival Flour that Lasts 30 Years

The mention of flour probably reminds you of baking your family’s famous banana bread, birthday cakes for loved ones or blueberry muffins for breakfast. The essential ingredient in all of those recipes was most likely all-purpose or whole-wheat flour, right? How about oat flour? Any type of flour, including oat flour, is crucial for pretty much

How To Prioritize injuries Triage Style

How can we possibly prepare ourselves for an accident? None of us want to necessarily think about it, but we must ready our minds to deal with an unexpected accident at any moment. It’s typically the seconds and minutes after an accident that are most crucial, particularly one that results in multiple injuries. If you’re a

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