A quick demonstration of a simple and fool proof way of making high quality charcoal. This method can be scaled up or down to fit your needs. It’s so simple that you’ll even have time to roast a few marshmallows while you’re cooking your charcoal.
Handy PVC Pipe Hacks to Use Around the House
PVC pipe can be used for a lot of things, from holding tools to creating frames or irrigation systems. They also represent the perfect material that can make life around the house a little bit easier as well. Let’s take a look at a few ingenious ideas that may be useful, and maybe they will inspire …
Common Poisonous Berries in North America
Blueberries, mulberries, boysenberries and raspberries are all colorful, delicious and grow on bushes in the wild. It’s tempting to grab a handful of berries as you are walking along a path in the woods, but many of us are scared of eating something that is poisonous. Let’s take a look at a few berries that should be …
Food Storage for Bugging-In
You want to concentrate on dry and canned goods to represent the largest part of your stockpile. These items are usually pre-cooked or only require water to prepare. They are easy to store and can last a long time if they are packaged properly. You want to avoid relying on refrigerated or frozen items. If …
How to Make Nutritious Milk Kefir at Home
Milk kefir is a fermented food or beverage that has the consistency and taste similar to yogurt. It is also very nutritious and boasts a number of medicinal benefits that range from soothing digestive issues to boosting the immune system. It is loaded with good bacteria as well as a range of vitamins and minerals that …
4 Mistakes Preppers Make Early On
Prepping isn’t rocket science, and a lot of common sense goes a long way. But, for many who are new at the game, getting things just right can seem a bit confusing. How do you prepare for every possible eventuality? What steps can be taken to provide options when all hell breaks loose? These questions …
How to Bend PVC Pipe Easily and Efficiently
One of the biggest advantages to using PVC pipe is that it can be easily modified. Working with iron or metal pipes requires a lot of force to bend them, and copper pipes are not always the best option to use. PVC solves all of these problems as they are durable, pliable and lightweight. Let’s look at …
Wheat Storage: How Much and For How Long
Wheat and rice can be stored for decades under the right circumstances, and both products provide essential nutrients and carbohydrates. However, there are some things to consider while calculating how much you will need and how the supplies should be prepared and stored. Here’s a brief summary of what you need to know in order to …
Making the Most of Your Firewood
Firewood needs to be prepared properly in order to produce heat and energy efficiently. Different types of wood also produce different characteristics that can impact the quality of your fire. Let’s take a look at some factors that influence how well firewood will ignite and burn so that you can make the most of this resource …
Make Cordage from Natural Materials
In this episode, we show you how to take natural materials, such as bark, and make your own cordage. This might be a primitive skill, but everyone needs cordage and if you are out you have no choice! A great skill to have and hope you can give it a try!
