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Image | Biolite Camp Stove
Biolite Camp Stove
by JW

The Biolight Campstove combines a rocket stove with a thermoelectric generator to make a really nice looking piece of hardware.  Cook your food.  Purify your water. Power and charge small electronic devices.  What more could you ask for?

http://biolitestove.com/campstove/camp-overview/features/

Biolite Camp Stove
 by JW

The Biolight Campstove combines a rocket stove with a thermoelectric generator to make a really nice looking piece of hardware.  Cook your food.  Purify your water. Power and charge small electronic devices.  What more could you ask for?

http://biolitestove.com/campstove/camp-overview/features/

Image | Installing a Drip Irrigation System
Installing a Drip Irrigation System
by Hilarybethhodge

The garden beds are dug.  The soil has be amended with organic compost and natural fertilizers.  Plants are in and starting to grow.  All they need is the warming rays of the sun and plenty of water.  Ensuring that my plants get enough water while being mindful of water usage in now my main priority.  It is time to install a drip irrigation system for the first time.
Installing a Drip Irrigation System
 by Hilarybethhodge

The garden beds are dug.  The soil has be amended with organic compost and natural fertilizers.  Plants are in and starting to grow.  All they need is the warming rays of the sun and plenty of water.  Ensuring that my plants get enough water while being mindful of water usage in now my main priority.  It is time to install a drip irrigation system for the first time.
Image | How to Pit Cherries Without Using a Cherry Pitter
How to Pit Cherries Without Using a Cherry Pitter
by JW

Learn some new ways of getting the pits out of the big batch of cherries you picked up at the farmers market this weekend.  If you have other effective ways, post a comment or photo. 

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/25/how-to-pit-cherries_n_1619639.html
How to Pit Cherries Without Using a Cherry Pitter
 by JW

Learn some new ways of getting the pits out of the big batch of cherries you picked up at the farmers market this weekend.  If you have other effective ways, post a comment or photo. 

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/06/25/how-to-pit-cherries_n_1619639.html
Image | Einkorn Wheat
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

Image | Seed to Seed
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

From the Grow and Make Website:
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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