In this video, I explore a critical yet often overlooked topic: why some people neglect emergency preparedness and even react negatively when it’s suggested. Despite the regular occurrences of severe weather and power outages, many remain unprepared for these disruptions. This discussion goes deeper, examining the potential aftermath of a major event like an EMP, […]
Power Generation
Here you will find information on living off the grid including solar power and detailed information on other alternative and off-the-grid power alternatives.
Heating and Cooking Off-The-Grid With A Wood Stove
We live about as far north as you can go and still be in the continental U.S. It is about 60 miles to the Canadian border by road and 35 miles or so as the crow flies. Winter is the dominant season here! If it’s winter we’re coping with it and if it’s warm outside we’re thinking about the next winter.
Can You Use Diesel Fuel In a Kerosene Heater?
It is well-known that diesel engines are capable of using other fuels besides diesel. This includes kerosene (with added lubrication). But how well does diesel work in items designed for kerosene? Theoretically, they should be almost interchangeable.
Is It Safe to Use a Propane Stove indoors?
by Jacki Is it Safe to Use a Propane Stove indoors? Yes, it is safe to use a propane stove indoors… if the proper steps and safety precautions are taken. However, it can prove to be hazardous if you don’t stick to the correct methods of doing so. In fact, propane is deemed to be […]
How to Make a Rocket Stove
by Randy As a frugal and self, sufficient individual, you may be interested in an alternative to the earthen block, tin can or commercially made, version of a rocket stove. Here is another effective alternative to those found in articles that are circulating on the internet, YouTube or in “Prepper Blogs” these days. I have not […]
Homemade Solar Food Dehydrator That Works!
by Carol B You will be building three (3) different box-like units, all of which will fit together and work to dry your food in the sun. The finished dimensions of your solar dryer will be two (2) feet by four (4) feet. You will not be building legs from these directions, but could do that […]