When looking at off the grid living there are some things that no one wants to give up, hot water is usually at the top of the list. The great thing about this is that you really don’t have to give up this luxury! With a few supplies and a little bit of know how…
Decisions in Blacksmithing: The Ever Important Anvil & Forge
When you start out as a blacksmith the amount of equipment you need can seem daunting. if you have had little to no experience in this field you may become overwhelmed with all of the decisions that you have to make. However, with so many choices out there, and so many new ones introduced each year…
9 Awesome Food Projects That Will Make You 100 Percent Self Sufficient
When it comes to homesteading and being completely self-sufficient there is one major thing that we need to keep in mind and that is food. Food is one of the most vital things to consider on the road to self-sufficiency and it is the part that takes up the most time. If you want to…
7 Tips on How to Loosen a Frozen Nut, Bolt, or Screw
In my time as a diy’er I have come across a bolt or two (or ten) that just won’t seem to budge. No matter what you do they are bound and determined that they are staying right where they are. Many times I have found this when trying to piece together a new project from older…
5 Fishing Hacks Every Fisherman Should Know
Fishing is such a great sport. There is seriously nothing better than getting out there on the water and not thinking about anything other than the fish you are trying to catch. However, sometimes things can get frustrating out there and anyone who has been fishing for any length of time knows what I’m talking about.…
7 Instant Winter Shelters Found in Nature
There is nothing worse than being stuck out in the cold. There is no telling when or if we will ever be in a situation where we need a shelter but it’s always good to know where to find one. When you are out in the wild you can always build yourself a shelter but…
It’s 1000 Years Old, On Your Property & It’s Edible
Have you ever walked past something a thousand times and never even noticed it. I have, in fact, I’ve done it every day that I have lived on my property. I walked right past this and never even noticed it or knew what it was until I read an article that opened my eyes. What I…
How To Make Carving Knives from Hacksaw Blade & Custom Box
A large part of the DIY movement is woodworking. Being able to build things with your hands is an amazing talent that not everyone possesses. A big part of that is having the right tools at your disposal. Now if you’re just starting out or if you don’t feel like spending an arm and a…
Knowing The Knife Laws Where You Live
One may think that carrying a pocket knife is something that is pretty harmless and well within everyone’s rights as citizens but did you know that not every state allows this. Each state has its set of rules and regulations regarding what is okay and what is not okay when it comes to carrying a knife.…
