Tonight we will be talking with Sara from The Changing Earth Podcast about here experiences living in Texas, and some of the lessons we can learn from it. We will also be talking about an exciting new audio drama project she has going on over at The Changing Earth website. If you are interested in checking out the full audio drama you can head over to Sara's website here. … [Read more...] about Lessons Learned From Texas With Sara
Survival Skills
Different Prepper Types and Shelter Considerations
When it comes to shelter, the first thing that comes to mind for most of us is either wilderness shelter, or our homes. The truth is, shelter is much more than just a roof over your head. Shelter not only protects us from the elements, it gives us a sense or normalcy, security, and a place to rest and regenerate. In this article we are not going to go over different … [Read more...] about Different Prepper Types and Shelter Considerations
5 Prepping Items on my Wish List
With this Coronavirus going around it got me to thinking about what I would do if this does become a pandemic. More so it got me thinking “man I wish I had that” or “it would be nice if I could afford that”. There are a number of disaster scenarios that would cause a massive population decrease, which in turn would lead to many other problems. It could affect the economy, … [Read more...] about 5 Prepping Items on my Wish List
Preparing For a Pandemic or Biological Threats
If you have listened to our past podcast on pandemic preparedness you were privy to Dale and I bantering back and forth of some different scenarios of past pandemics that have occurred throughout history. And if you have done any research on the subject, you have seen some of the staggering statistics of the death tolls that have occurred because of these illnesses. Now you … [Read more...] about Preparing For a Pandemic or Biological Threats
DIY Solar Cooker: The Top and Accessories
Now that we’ve put the solar oven box together it’s time to put on the top of the box and start testing. I’ve split this project up into 4 parts so if you need to watch the first few videos i will list them at the end of this tutorial. Last week I finished up the exterior of the solar oven box. This week I Put together the top frame, the glass door, and all … [Read more...] about DIY Solar Cooker: The Top and Accessories
Sun Oven Inspired DIY Solar Oven: The Box Exterior
Other than the top window and seals, the box is the most important part of the solar oven project. Maintaining a high internal temperature requires a good seal on top, and a well insulated box. Last week I put together the solar oven box with sheet metal, high heat paint, and the corner guards . This week I am installing the insulation, and the outside panels. … [Read more...] about Sun Oven Inspired DIY Solar Oven: The Box Exterior
Sun Oven Inspired DIY Solar Oven: The Box Interior
Over the past couple of weekends I have been building a solar oven inspired by the All American Sun Oven design. So far I have put around 20 working hours into the solar cooker and it’s coming together nicely. Building the the box itself could be the most difficult part of this project because everything has to fit perfectly. Last week I put together the reflector … [Read more...] about Sun Oven Inspired DIY Solar Oven: The Box Interior
Going Off the Grid With Brian & Pam
Going Off the Grid and Homesteading is something most of us think about at one point of another. Could you really do it? Could you leave everything behind and start from scratch? Like a lot of people out there, Lisa and I have toyed with the homesteading idea in the past. The fantasy of getting away from everything and being self sufficient eventually gives way to reality … [Read more...] about Going Off the Grid With Brian & Pam