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Image | All About Biogas
All About Biogas
by JW

Lots of new info flowing on the internets these days about biogas and methane digesters.  Here is a recent post form John Robb at Resilient Communities about using biogas for increasing ones resiliency.

http://www.resilientcommunities.com/a-tale-of-two-kitchens-corporate-nightmare-vs-resilient-innovation/

And here is a DIY tutorial I came across on how to build your own small scale digester.

http://youtu.be/eVEZfxGdV5A

A summer project I have lined up is to build a digester and then try to connect it to a small propane powered refrigerator.  A wonderful addition for grid down situations.

 

All About Biogas
 by JW

Lots of new info flowing on the internets these days about biogas and methane digesters.  Here is a recent post form John Robb at Resilient Communities about using biogas for increasing ones resiliency.

http://www.resilientcommunities.com/a-tale-of-two-kitchens-corporate-nightmare-vs-resilient-innovation/

And here is a DIY tutorial I came across on how to build your own small scale digester.

http://youtu.be/eVEZfxGdV5A

A summer project I have lined up is to build a digester and then try to connect it to a small propane powered refrigerator.  A wonderful addition for grid down situations.

 

Image | Manual One-Man Crosscut Saw
Manual One-Man Crosscut Saw
by JW

When looking at my long term resiliency and my ability to gather firewood and provide fuel for heating / cooking, I look for simple, quality tools like this cross-cut lumber saw.  It will last for multiple generations if properly taken care of and will provide me with an effective tool to cut trees into manageable chunks. 

As the old adage goes, “Wood heats you three times — when you cut it, split and burn it.”

I am also considering a two person crosscut saw to help with larger trees and get a little help to make quick work of firework gathering projects.

 

One-Man Crosscut Saw on Amazon

Two-Man Crosscut Saw on Amazon

Manual One-Man Crosscut Saw
 by JW

When looking at my long term resiliency and my ability to gather firewood and provide fuel for heating / cooking, I look for simple, quality tools like this cross-cut lumber saw.  It will last for multiple generations if properly taken care of and will provide me with an effective tool to cut trees into manageable chunks. 

As the old adage goes, “Wood heats you three times — when you cut it, split and burn it.”

I am also considering a two person crosscut saw to help with larger trees and get a little help to make quick work of firework gathering projects.

 

One-Man Crosscut Saw on Amazon

Two-Man Crosscut Saw on Amazon

Image | Primitive Traps
Primitive Traps
by JW

A summary of 6 methods for building traps in the wilderness for catching small game.  This is the sort of skill and knowledge that needs practice and a guiding hand as one learns to master catching food this way.  Good luck!

http://www.theprepperjournal.com/2013/06/10/six-primitive-traps-for-catching-food-in-the-woods/

Primitive Traps
 by JW

A summary of 6 methods for building traps in the wilderness for catching small game.  This is the sort of skill and knowledge that needs practice and a guiding hand as one learns to master catching food this way.  Good luck!

http://www.theprepperjournal.com/2013/06/10/six-primitive-traps-for-catching-food-in-the-woods/

Image | Solar-Powered Aquaponics for Apartments
Solar-Powered Aquaponics for Apartments
by JW

An innovative design to consider for setting up a small aquaponics system and getting things growing even if you are limited on space. 

http://www.treehugger.com/green-food/solar-powered-aquaponics-your-apartments.html

Solar-Powered Aquaponics for Apartments
 by JW

An innovative design to consider for setting up a small aquaponics system and getting things growing even if you are limited on space. 

http://www.treehugger.com/green-food/solar-powered-aquaponics-your-apartments.html

Image | How to Make Your Own Tick and Bug Repellent
How to Make Your Own Tick and Bug Repellent
by JW

A low-cost solution for helping ward off ticks and other biting bugs this summer.

http://survival.outdoorlife.com/blogs/survivalist/2013/05/tips-herbalist-how-make-your-own-tick-and-bug-repellent

How to Make Your Own Tick and Bug Repellent
 by JW

A low-cost solution for helping ward off ticks and other biting bugs this summer.

http://survival.outdoorlife.com/blogs/survivalist/2013/05/tips-herbalist-how-make-your-own-tick-and-bug-repellent

Image | Building a DIY Bucket Chicken Feeder
Building a DIY Bucket Chicken Feeder
by JW

I came across this DIY chicken feeder, and it looks like a great low-cost solution to keep your chicken feed protected and self dispensing.  And since my galvanized chicken feeder finally served its last meal (those chicken can be a bit rough on things), I just might build one this weekend. 

http://www.backwoodshome.com/articles2/slate119.html

Building a DIY Bucket Chicken Feeder
 by JW

I came across this DIY chicken feeder, and it looks like a great low-cost solution to keep your chicken feed protected and self dispensing.  And since my galvanized chicken feeder finally served its last meal (those chicken can be a bit rough on things), I just might build one this weekend. 

http://www.backwoodshome.com/articles2/slate119.html

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