I was recently contacted about putting a link from my site to a political website. It was a bit of a stretch- it's somewhat off topic, I purposely avoid getting political on my site, and I'm usually hesitant when receiving messages like this. But I think ideas like these have the potential for something great. I truly believe that the internet has changed the world in ways we haven't even … [Read more...]
ORGANIC GARDENING PEST CONTROL
August 28, 2012 by · 3 Comments
This article is a guide to organic pest control. North American households use around 135 million pounds of synthetic pesticides every year, amounting for 75% of total usage (farmers account for the other 25%). The use of these pesticides leads to the contamination of soil and water, and is causing health issues in children and adults. Organic gardening (gardening without the use of pesticides or … [Read more...]
ORGANIC GARDENING TIPS AND TRICKS
August 24, 2012 by · 1 Comment
This post is a collection of tips and ideas for organic gardeners. Organic gardening is gardening that avoids, or greatly limits, the use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, growth hormones, antibiotics, genetically modified organisms, or any other modern technology that drastically changes the nature in which plants grow, and may have negative side effects. Its goal is to create healthier food … [Read more...]
DEHYDRATING FRUITS AND VEGETABLES AT HOME
August 20, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
This article is a guide to dehydrating fruits and vegetables. Go here to learn how to dehydrate meat and fish. Dehydration is one of the oldest methods of food preservation. It’s an easy process that leaves you with long-lasting food that’s easy to store, and retains most of the good stuff found in fruits and veggies. THE BENEFITS OF DEHYDRATION Removing all moisture from food allows it … [Read more...]
16 FOOD HACKS THAT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE
August 18, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
I'm fascinated by the idea of life hacks- small ideas that make a big difference. This video has 16 clever food hacks to make your life easier. The video moves very quickly, so you may need to pause it from time to time. The title may be a little hyperbolic- I make no guarantee these tips will change your life- but cool ideas nonetheless. … [Read more...]
RAISING PIGS FOR MEAT AT HOME
August 16, 2012 by · 1 Comment
When it comes to raising your own animals for food, pigs are a popular option, along with chickens, goats and rabbits. Pigs require a bit more effort (and a lot more food), but will give you a greater return than most other animals. Raising your own pigs will also give you cheaper and better tasting pork than you find at the store. While there is a market for your excess pork to be sold, it’s … [Read more...]
DIY INDOOR COMPOSTING: HOW TO MAKE A COMPOST FOR INSIDE OF YOUR HOME
August 13, 2012 by · 1 Comment
This is a guide to building your own indoor compost. For more information on composting, check out composting 101 and the benefits of composting. A few quick notes: Green material is organic material high in nitrogen. It includes most kitchen scraps, grass clipping, egg shells, etc. Brown material is organic material high in carbon and phosphorous. It includes shredded newspaper, … [Read more...]
PREPAREDNESS 101: A NEWBIE GUIDE
August 8, 2012 by · Leave a Comment
Here's a guest post I did for American Preppers Network. Head over to their site and check it out! http://americanpreppersnetwork.com/2012/08/preparedness-101-a-newbie-guide.html Good luck and stay prepared! … [Read more...]
DEHYDRATING MEAT AND FISH AT HOME
August 1, 2012 by · 3 Comments
Dehydrating meats and fish is a time-tested way of preserving them. Meats and fish preserved this way can be kept for weeks without a refrigerator, and since the moisture is removed from them, they weigh less and are great for camping and outdoor trips. They can be eaten dried (known as jerky) or you can re-hydrate them later. DEHYDRATING MEATS This section applies to dehydrating meats. The … [Read more...]
