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Einkorn Wheat
by JW

Learn about Einkorn Wheat and discover the different qualities this ancient wheat has over its modern modified relatives.

History of Einkorn | Types of Wheat: Nutritional Content & Health Benefits Comparison  | Nutrition of Einkorn

Einkorn Wheat
 by JW

Learn about Einkorn Wheat and discover the different qualities this ancient wheat has over its modern modified relatives.

History of Einkorn | Types of Wheat: Nutritional Content & Health Benefits Comparison  | Nutrition of Einkorn

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Seed to Seed
by JW

A highly informative and practical book to have on hand as the growing season hits full bloom and seeds are becoming plentiful. Learn to harvest, process, and store seeds for the next season and the next generation of growers. 

Seed to Seed: Seed Saving and Growing Techniques for Vegetable Gardeners

Seed to Seed
 by JW

A highly informative and practical book to have on hand as the growing season hits full bloom and seeds are becoming plentiful. Learn to harvest, process, and store seeds for the next season and the next generation of growers. 

Seed to Seed: Seed Saving and Growing Techniques for Vegetable Gardeners

Image | How to Clean and Season Old, Rusty Cast-Iron Skillets
How to Clean and Season Old, Rusty Cast-Iron Skillets
by JW

A cast iron pan is an incredible asset to have in the kitchen.  If properly maintained, cast iron cookwear will last for multiple generations and give you great results with almost anything you cook with it.  Learn how to restore that old pan tucked away in the garage or a cheap skillet found at a yard sale. 

http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/how-to-clean-and-season-old-ru-151535

 

How to Clean and Season Old, Rusty Cast-Iron Skillets
 by JW

A cast iron pan is an incredible asset to have in the kitchen.  If properly maintained, cast iron cookwear will last for multiple generations and give you great results with almost anything you cook with it.  Learn how to restore that old pan tucked away in the garage or a cheap skillet found at a yard sale. 

http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/how-to-clean-and-season-old-ru-151535

 

Image | Solar Ice Maker: No Moving Parts, No Electricity
Solar Ice Maker: No Moving Parts, No Electricity
by JW

Here's a really innovative way to produce ice in off-grid and remote locations. No moving parts, and no electricity needed. 

http://greenupgrader.com/3680/solar-ice-maker-no-moving-parts-no-electricity/

Solar Ice Maker: No Moving Parts, No Electricity
 by JW

Here's a really innovative way to produce ice in off-grid and remote locations. No moving parts, and no electricity needed. 

http://greenupgrader.com/3680/solar-ice-maker-no-moving-parts-no-electricity/

Image | Foraging for Food in Your Neighborhood
Foraging for Food in Your Neighborhood
by JW

As you travel your neighborhood on walks or the daily commute, try to take notice of your environment and take stock of the various edible and medicinal plants growing in your area.  You will be amazed at what is available and growing.  Many can be harvested for free or shared with the neighbor who is growing them.  It is a great way to meet new people who are building resiliency. 

Learn about some of the rules of the road and find some other resources here:  http://www.urbansustainableliving.com/foraging-for-food-in-your-neighborhood.html

 
Foraging for Food in Your Neighborhood
 by JW

As you travel your neighborhood on walks or the daily commute, try to take notice of your environment and take stock of the various edible and medicinal plants growing in your area.  You will be amazed at what is available and growing.  Many can be harvested for free or shared with the neighbor who is growing them.  It is a great way to meet new people who are building resiliency. 

Learn about some of the rules of the road and find some other resources here:  http://www.urbansustainableliving.com/foraging-for-food-in-your-neighborhood.html

 
Image | Growing a Straw Bale Garden
Growing a Straw Bale Garden
by JW

Here is a great way to start growing some food in a backyard with poor soil and little space.  It is low-cost and pretty easy to set up. 

http://www.growandmake.com/straw_bale_garden

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Growing a Straw Bale Garden
 by JW

Here is a great way to start growing some food in a backyard with poor soil and little space.  It is low-cost and pretty easy to set up. 

http://www.growandmake.com/straw_bale_garden

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Image | Making Your Home Firewise
Making Your Home Firewise
by JW

With all of the wildfires currently being battled in many states, it is always a good idea to learn and review wildfire/forest fire safety and precautions.  Here are some resources to refresh your knowledge and help build action plans to protect your property and community from the dangers of fire. 

Learn – Take Actions – Be Safe

From the Firewise Communities Website:

This video presents ideas and techniques for homeowners when constructing or modifying homes in the wildland/urban interface areas. Topics covered in the video are: Roof, Windows, Eaves, Decks, and Landscaping. The video also provides information that a prevention officer or anyone with cooperative duties can use in a presentation or as a basis of discussion for various local groups.

http://www.youtube.com/embed/t6jV-gM9EwQ

More Informational Videos to Learn More.  http://www.firewise.org/Information/Video/For-the-general-public.aspx

Making Your Home Firewise
 by JW

With all of the wildfires currently being battled in many states, it is always a good idea to learn and review wildfire/forest fire safety and precautions.  Here are some resources to refresh your knowledge and help build action plans to protect your property and community from the dangers of fire. 

Learn – Take Actions – Be Safe

From the Firewise Communities Website:

This video presents ideas and techniques for homeowners when constructing or modifying homes in the wildland/urban interface areas. Topics covered in the video are: Roof, Windows, Eaves, Decks, and Landscaping. The video also provides information that a prevention officer or anyone with cooperative duties can use in a presentation or as a basis of discussion for various local groups.

http://www.youtube.com/embed/t6jV-gM9EwQ

More Informational Videos to Learn More.  http://www.firewise.org/Information/Video/For-the-general-public.aspx

Image | Setting up a Rain Barrel System to Water a Garden
Setting up a Rain Barrel System to Water a Garden
by JW

A wonderful DIY tutorial with beautiful pictures and excellent instructions for a rain barrel setup for watering a raised-bed garden. 

http://christinehennessey.blogspot.com/2012/04/how-to-make-rain-barrel.html

Setting up a Rain Barrel System to Water a Garden
 by JW

A wonderful DIY tutorial with beautiful pictures and excellent instructions for a rain barrel setup for watering a raised-bed garden. 

http://christinehennessey.blogspot.com/2012/04/how-to-make-rain-barrel.html

Image | Cheap Gardening Containers: How to Find and Use Them
Cheap Gardening Containers: How to Find and Use Them
by JW

Limited space?  Have you been thinking about growing some of your own food to build resiliency?  You can start with some simple containers and pots to get things started and begin growing a bounty of wonderful food.  The following article will give you some great ideas and inspiration on container types and low-cost solutions.

http://www.motherearthnews.com/organic-gardening/cheap-gardening-containers-ze0z1206zsch.aspx

Cheap Gardening Containers: How to Find and Use Them
 by JW

Limited space?  Have you been thinking about growing some of your own food to build resiliency?  You can start with some simple containers and pots to get things started and begin growing a bounty of wonderful food.  The following article will give you some great ideas and inspiration on container types and low-cost solutions.

http://www.motherearthnews.com/organic-gardening/cheap-gardening-containers-ze0z1206zsch.aspx

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