There is no doubt we are seeing a sort of renaissance in the art of survival and bushcraft. Not only are big names like Ray Mears, Bear Grylls, Dave Canterbury and Cody Lundin getting a lot of attention, but there ...
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How To Insulate Your Home With All-Natural, Off-Grid Materials
When choosing insulating materials for your home or building, the options are more numerous than they first appear. A visit to the hardware store will yield only a few options: foam board, fiberglass rolls, and perhaps spray foam. These materials, ...
Read More »The Forgotten Fire-Starting Ingredient The Pioneers Used
Fire has rightly earned its reputation as one of the most important aspects of survival. Anyone with experience in bushcraft and primitive living will tell you fire is not only essential for the direct benefits it offers, but also ...
Read More »An Off-Grid ‘Survival Wardrobe’ That Will Last Forever
Building a durable wardrobe is not a luxury. It will play an essential role in helping you live in comfort, save energy and be secure. Your clothing also can be the difference in your survival; it’s the shelter you bring ...
Read More »The Quick Way To Identify ‘Mystery Fabrics’ (Using Only A Lighter)
If you’re thrifty, you likely have stockpiles of salvaged materials of all types in storage. Among these, balls of string or yarn and bags of rags likely await future use around your homestead. You know what some of these materials ...
Read More »How To Turn Old, Useless Clothes Into Homemade Rugs
To read part 2 in this series, click here. Although it is simple to create a functional rug with purchased fabrics, it can be more resourceful and economical, and even more rewarding, if done with recycled materials. Recycling worn clothing ...
Read More »5 Survival Blankets To Keep You Warm Even In The Most Frigid Temps
Having fire-starter in your survival kit or bug-out bag is essential. With fire, not only do you have warmth, but you also have security and a means to cook food. Nonetheless, a good blanket or two is also something that ...
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