We are told so often how bad salt is for us. It’s all over the news, in magazines and blogs. I even have some friends who have all but gotten rid of salt in their homes. I, on the other hand, have done the opposite- I have it stockpiled but not for the reasons you…
The Most Useful Knot I Know
Not all knots are created equal. Anyone who is an avid hunter or outdoorsman will tell you this. There are some knots that are super complex and hold well but are not right for all situations. For example, when hanging your food or tent there is no need to get super complicated with the knot…
Gardening Resolutions To Keep For A Successful Garden
Ahh yes, New Years Resolutions. That time of year where we promise to be healthy, well behaved, focused and a plethora of other things. Seriously is it me or does the list seem to get longer the older you get? So to eat right and eat things that are organic and free of the awful…
Protecting What’s Yours, The Perfect Snare Traps Made From Natural Resources
Everyone knows that protecting what is important now and even more so in a post-collapse environment. While some will opt for the high-tech route however if there is no access to any power grid or generator you will be left vulnerable. That is why we recommend a more natural option. In our opinion, some of…
Survival Tactics: Getting Past The Combo Lock
There are things that one must consider in a post collapse society. Laws and social decorum may no longer be things that people live their lives by therefore survival must be thought about in a new way. It is your priority to keep your belongings safe and to know how to gather new items and…
From Repelling Oder To Helping Your Garden Grow This Item Is A Must Have And Best Of All It’s Free- Sort Of
I know it all sounds too good to be true. One item that can do 13 different things around your house, farm or bug out location. And to top it off it’s (sort of) free! Okay so before you start grumbling the reason we say it is sort of free is because you need access…
Survival Science Creating Aluminum From Styrofoam
Science is a wonderful thing! If you’re good enough at it and know enough facts then you are already lightyears ahead of the rest of the population. So many people forget what they learned in school once they graduate because they no longer use it. And why do they no longer use it? Because they…
The Dreaded Dead Battery. Don’t Throw It Away Just Yet!
There comes the dreaded moment when you put your key into the ignition of your vehicle, turn it and nothing happens. Naturally, we must repeat this at least three to five time before we admit defeat and realize that the battery in our car has seen its last sunrise. You may be able to give it…
Bee Aware: Most Homesteaders May Already Know This But I Was Surprised
Bees have been in the news the past few years in regards to their decline. It seems that this winged creature is falling off the face of the earth faster than we initially thought. The battle to keep the bees buzzing is now in full swing. People everywhere are learning the lost art of beekeeping. Not…
