While Oregon doesn’t top the list as the most knife-friendly state, it is certainly less restrictive than most. The difference between Oregon’s knife laws and most other states is that Oregon relies on court decisions, rather in codified statutes. … [Continue reading] about Oregon Knife Laws: A Guide for Knife Carriers!
by Petticoat Prepper First let me say, I am no expert. I have been keeping bees for the past year. It’s been fun, frustrating, interesting and challenging. I’ll share what I’ve done and hopefully those interested will find a bit of help. Just … [Continue reading] about Backyard Beekeeping for Beginners – The Complete Guide!
by J. Cirerol For over a year, I slept and lived in my car in Los Angeles, California. I moved to Los Angeles for a dream and did not realize how expensive it was to live there. So I began planning in my head and thinking about how I might save … [Continue reading] about Living in Your Car to Save Money or Out of Necessity
by Patientmomma When I purchased my country property several years back it was in dire need of updating. Over the last few years, I have gradually replaced many items which were hanging on at their end of life! The conventional, tank water … [Continue reading] about Installing a Tankless Propane Water Heater for Home or Off Grid Cabin
By R. V. Zeigler In any survival situation, some type of fuel is necessary be it liquid, vapor, or solid. Fuel will be used for heat, light, transportation, and cooking. Each fuel has its good and bad points. You do not know when you will need … [Continue reading] about Long-Term Fuel Storage: Where and How To Store Fuel for Emergencies?
It seems everyone likes lists. Lists are a quick reference point and a guide when stockpiling survival gear. Keep in mind that this is only a guide and not a list formed in stone. The tools and gear that you include should be individualized for … [Continue reading] about Survival Essentials List: A 16-Point Checklist For Preppers
by Chad H During the most recent years of my adult life, my finances have changed significantly, which forced me to seek additional ways to support my family. In my chosen career (firefighter) I have gone back to school in order … [Continue reading] about Survival Tools List – What You Need in Case of Disaster
Best, this word always brings to mind the 80’s ninjitsu and various karate/TKD/dance kick-boxing martial arts superstars. Best is at subjective and a useless measurement of anything. This said, I and many others, have done enough recorded testing to … [Continue reading] about Best Camping and Survival Knives for Under $100
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by Bobcat-Prepper "Warning - Positively identify any food in the wild as safe before collecting. Some berries that are dark purple (like pokeberry) or black (like nightshade) are TOXIC." I have been hiking and running around an abandoned 16 … [Continue reading] about Identifying and Harvesting Wild Berries for the Homestead
by Goat Mama 12 I am writing this article to give people some ideas regarding using livestock guardian dogs for protection of livestock, property, and people. My husband and I moved to East Texas about 10 years ago to live my country dream. We … [Continue reading] about What is the Best Dog Breed for Homesteading?
by Jane W My interest in chickens began at age three when my grandmother would allow me to gather eggs from the nests in the chicken house at their farm. I learned from her to be observant and gentle with animals. When my own child reached that … [Continue reading] about How to Raise Chickens at Home for Eggs and Meat