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10 Non-Power Tools You Need for Survival

by JW

A good list of tools to consider as part of your preps that can replace the ones the need power or batteries in order to function.

http://survivalflush.com/10-non-power-tools-you-need_for_survival/

And as a side note, my new 28" cross cut saw arrives tomorrow. Looking forward to trying it out and giving everyone a review of its effectiveness and functionality.

10 Non-Power Tools You Need for Survival

by JW

A good list of tools to consider as part of your preps that can replace the ones the need power or batteries in order to function.

http://survivalflush.com/10-non-power-tools-you-need_for_survival/

And as a side note, my new 28" cross cut saw arrives tomorrow. Looking forward to trying it out and giving everyone a review of its effectiveness and functionality.

How To Make A PVC Pump!

by JW

In this DIY project you'll learn how to make a customizable PVC hand pump that will create vacuum suction, pump water, or compress air.

How To Make A PVC Pump!

by JW

In this DIY project you'll learn how to make a customizable PVC hand pump that will create vacuum suction, pump water, or compress air.

Growing and Using Comfrey

by JW

A great summary of why you should plant comfrey in your garden this season and learn to apply its many uses around the home.

http://preparednessmama.com/growing-and-using-comfrey/

Growing and Using Comfrey

by JW

A great summary of why you should plant comfrey in your garden this season and learn to apply its many uses around the home.

http://preparednessmama.com/growing-and-using-comfrey/

An interesting look at what plants have the highest caloric value in your vegetable garden. As always, plant and grow what works best in your area and what you like to eat but put some thought into exploring new varieties that could yield a greater level of calories for you and your family. I think it is time to start eating more raw garlic.

http://modernsurvivalblog.com/survival-garden/garden-vegetable-calories/

Garden Vegetable Calories

by JW

http://modernsurvivalblog.com/survival-garden/garden-vegetable-calories/

15 Household Uses for Honey

by JW

From first aid remedies to soothing a sore throat, here are a bunch of wonderful ways to use honey around the home.

http://www.motherearthliving.com/healthy-home/green-living/uses-for-honey-zmhz14mazpit.aspx#axzz2xfB7rXj5

Also check out the Beekeeping Group at PP and the great summary of Adam' Great 'Bad' Honey Harvest.

15 Household Uses for Honey

by JW

From first aid remedies to soothing a sore throat, here are a bunch of wonderful ways to use honey around the home.

http://www.motherearthliving.com/healthy-home/green-living/uses-for-honey-zmhz14mazpit.aspx#axzz2xfB7rXj5

Also check out the Beekeeping Group at PP and the great summary of Adam' Great 'Bad' Honey Harvest.

Book Recommendation: The Market Gardener

by JW

If you have been thinking about starting a small farming operation and are looking for a resource to help guide you through the process, pick up a copy of The Market Gardener: A Successful Grower's Handbook for Small-scale Organic Farming. by Jean Martin Fortier.

And if you missed the recent ResilientLife podcast with Jean-Martin Fortier, listen to it here (Jean-Martin Fortier: A Model for Profitable Micro-Farming) to get a great preview of many of the topics covered in the book and get inspired to start growing, investing in local community and building resilience into your life.

Book Recommendation: The Market Gardener

by JW

5 Prepper Spring Cleaning Ideas

by JW

As we move closer to Spring, here are a few resiliency building ideas to tackle as things start warming up.

http://www.theprepperjournal.com/2014/03/15/5-prepper-spring-cleaning-ideas/

5 Prepper Spring Cleaning Ideas

by JW

As we move closer to Spring, here are a few resiliency building ideas to tackle as things start warming up.

http://www.theprepperjournal.com/2014/03/15/5-prepper-spring-cleaning-ideas/

6 Ways to Dehydrate Foods

by JW

6 great ways to start dehydrating the produce from the garden this coming summer.

http://momwithaprep.com/6-ways-to-dehydrate-foods/

6 Ways to Dehydrate Foods

by JW

6 great ways to start dehydrating the produce from the garden this coming summer.

http://momwithaprep.com/6-ways-to-dehydrate-foods/

Intensive Gardening

by JW

A great article exploring the two most popular types of types intensive gardening techniques and some of the considerations for each. http://www.motherearthnews.com/organic-gardening/intensive-gardening-zm0z14fmzsto.aspx#axzz2x5YLENdv Also check out the following groups on Peak Prosperity the discuss intensive gardening techniques. Agriculture & Permaculture: http://www.peakprosperity.com/group/agriculture-permaculture Biointensive Gardening: https://www.peakprosperity.com/group/biointensive-gardening