Make a Dakota Fire Hole
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Dakota fire holes are a great way to cook your food if you want to be stealthy in the woods. What do I mean by
Living Off the Grid.What It Means Today.
the phrase living off grid has always been taken to mean living completely without specific things that remove you from society in many cases and remove you from the ability to communicate in others.
Today that phrase has evolved to mean people who may live in mainstream society but are well prepared to live on their own and live a self sustaining lifestyle if the need arises.
Learning how to grow your own food, to make your own power and to exist without certain amenities is almost imperative in the world in which we live today.
So much is happening and so much is changing. Society has begun to break down in many instances. The supply chain has never fully recovered post Covid and many things that were available readily are not so in recent years.
How much do you know about growing your own food, creating your own soap and cleaning products and making sure that you can put meat or protein on the table?
Your Off-Grid Life
Build a Rocket Stove
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There are several different methods to cook outdoors if you have no stove readily available. Just a few include the Yukon stove, as well as
How to Construct an Earthen Clay Oven
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Here is a fun, easy weekend project you can do with your kids. When you are finished, you can enjoy a clay oven baked pizza
Building a Stone Oven to Cook in the Wild
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Building a stone oven in the wild is a great way to enhance your outdoor cooking experience. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you construct a basic stone oven: Materials Needed Flat stones (for the
How to Remove Leeches
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How to Remove Leeches Sometimes, exploring the woods can leave you with undesirable surprises. One of them is realizing that there is one or more leeches attached to you. This can trigger panic right away.
How to Plan Ahead and Stay Safe Hiking in Mountain Lion Country
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Mountain lion or cougar country can be a pleasure to explore if you prepare well. There will always be a possible encounter with a cougar. This animal is a native species of this part of
How to Pack a Go Bag and What to Put in It.
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How to Pack a Go Bag and What Goes in It Preparing for an emergency is important. Packing a go bag can give you some peace of mind, knowing that you are ready in case
How to Build a Primitive Fish Trap
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You can forage and hunt for food to survive in the wilderness. But what if you can also fish? Likely, you do not have fishing gear with you if you get lost out there. So,
Best Snacks to Take on a Long Hike
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Hiking needs a significant amount of energy. This activity may not involve running or lifting but it will consume the energy you have right away. You won’t feel hungry when you hike. This is because
Bear Bells and When to Use Them
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Going on a hike in Bear Country is a great way to be one with Mother Nature. Planning this outdoor activity starts with getting the right supplies. Bear bells may be one of the items
Natural Ways to Treat Poison Ivy
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Natural Cures for Poison Ivy Poison Ivy can strike at any time. It often strikes at the most unexpected times. The irritant in poison ivy is urushiol. It’s the same component that causes extremely itchy
Smoking Venison to Preserve It
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Smoking venison is a traditional method of preservation that not only extends the shelf life of the meat but also enhances its flavor. Smoking works by slowly cooking the meat at low temperatures, which allows