Category: DIY

How to run electronics on dead batteries

How to run electronics on dead batteries Blackouts, storms, or any grid down scenario can leave you in the dark and without the use of your electronics. Should the grid be down or you off the grid for any amount of time, you will need a backup steady source of power. But until you obtain …

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DIY Well Installation

DIY Well Installation Water is the liquid of life. Without if we die, and not just any water, it must be clean and hazard free to prevent infecting ourselves with other water borne illnesses. Only shelter  inclement  weather is a higher survival priority. We also need water for washing, bathing and cooking. An onsite well is …

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Trapping Protein Rich Birds in a Survival Situation

Trapping Protein Rich Birds in a Survival Situation Eating is something we all have to do! Our bodies need a good amount of protein to continue to function at an optimum level. Most of us with gardens don’t grow enough protein rich veggies to achieve the level needed. So we take or eat supplements, or …

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6 Instant Meals | Just Add Boiling Water

6 Instant Meals | Just Add Boiling Water Quick meals when your on the go, or life saving meals if you’re bugging out. Easy to carry, easy to put together, easy to prepare, and keep for years. Whether you’re hiking, camping, hunting or bugging out these meals are an awesome addition to your backpack. Add …

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3 DIY Air Filters

3 DIY Air Filters Wild fires are a terrible disaster that is horrifying to those involved. There isn’t a lot we can tell you to do to protect yourself from them other than what folks who live within range already know…. keep brush cleared on your property,  cease any outdoor burning, have your bug out …

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DIY Modern Yurt

Some posts may include affiliate links. DIY Modern Yurt The traditional yurt was a portable, round tent covered with skins or felt and used as a dwelling by several distinct nomadic groups in the steppes of Central Asia. But those were your great great great grandfather’s yurts! Today’s yurt can be as modern or as primitive …

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BEGINNERS GUIDE TO GARDENING ON A BUDGET

BEGINNERS GUIDE TO GARDENING ON A BUDGET

BEGINNERS GUIDE TO GARDENING ON A BUDGET Gardening, hobby of the elderly and the pride of garden club members. Not only is gardening relaxing to some people, it is hard work and can be an expensive proposition. Especially for beginners and particularly for those for whom it’s not a hobby but a source of food …

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13-Year-Old Built His Own Tiny House With An Even Tinier Budget

13-Year-Old Built His Own Tiny House With An Even Tinier Budget

13-Year-Old Built His Own Tiny House With An Even Tinier Budget Most 13 year old boys find plenty of things to do while on school break, important things like, playing ball, playing video games or watching TV. At least that was how my son was at that age. Even getting him to find time to …

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DIY Ammo Can EMP Shield

DIY Ammo Can EMP Shield

DIY Ammo Can EMP Shield The only complaint I had about the faraday bags I purchased is that I was concerned that they would get torn during a chaotic evacuation. So what I did when I obtained a couple of old ammo cans was put my faraday bags and their load of electronics in the cans …

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DIY Your Own Rain Barrel System

DIY Your Own Rain Barrel System

DIY Your Own Rain Barrel System Whether you’re simply frugal or storing water for emergency use a rain barrel is a must have. However, have you checked the prices on those things of late? Yikes! But water is in fact more valuable than gold so having one is a really important prep. Making your own …

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