By the time we are 8 years old most of us knew how to use a screwdriver. We were introduced to them at a young age in various toy tool boxes, cartoons and action figures. Most people by a certain age know the difference between a Phillips head screwdriver and a flat head screwdriver and chances…
10 Reasons To Build An Earthbag House
Before a few weeks ago I had not heard of Earthbag home. The phrase was completely foreign to me and apparently I wasn’t the only one. This technique while not new is something that is gaining popularity over the past year or so among people looking for stable, secure housing for a fraction of the cost. These…
5 Things Every DIY’er Should Learn This Year
I am always looking for ways to improve myself and my skill set and not just around New Years. If you’re someone who likes to do things themselves chances are you love learning new things too. Not only does learning new things give you confidence and know how it also helps save you money in the…
How To Make Pepper Spray
Protecting yourself should always be of the utmost importance which is why we are including this DIY project on our list. Not everyone is okay with lethal means of protecting themselves and that’s okay. The biggest concern is that you have some way to protect yourself and give yourself a chance to get away. So we…
[video] Survival Fishing: How to make a gorge hook
There are many ways to catch a fish and a myriad of techniques that you can use. Oh, and let’s not forget about the million and one different kinds of hooks and bait that cane be combined for that perfect catch. We decided to focus today on the gorge hook. This hook is great because…
Disconnecting for good. How to wipe away the digital footprint
In today’s turbulent times, many people are seeking out ways that they can disconnect themselves from an ever-increasing system of interconnectivity. The idea that we are connected to a machine whether it’s our cell phones, our computers, our watches or our fit bits is slightly disconcerting. Many have decided that they have had enough. They…
How to stay warm this winter without going broke
We have now hit that time of winter where the coldest of the cold air is sweeping down as our electric bills are going up. At least that is what my last statement from the electric company showed me. My family is not one that likes to be too cold. I can’t imagine that anyone really…
How to build a small animal trap
Growing up my family lived out in an area that is known to be a rural community. I loved it. We had trees and wooded areas nearby and open fields covered and family in every direction. There was even a pond close by where we would go fishing or at least stood there for as…
A great tool for both protection and trade: fixed blade knives
A good knife is vital to, well, everyone. Knives are one of those versatile items that can be used for a myriad of different things. I have seen knives used for cutting branches, for digging, for getting out splinters and used as forks around a campfire (disclaimer: I do NOT recommend that last one). Having a…
