Looking for a fun family activity to while away the hours during the holiday lull? Have the kids run you out of tinder for your fireplace? Maybe its time to show them how to create one of the world's oldest fire starters: the humble featherstick. History The origins of the featherstick, as is usual with such simple forms of technology, are rather vague. Many civilizations … [Read more...] about Fabricating Feathersticks
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At-Home Alternatives to Commercial Cleaners
As we enter the cold season, plenty of people's minds are on germs and flus. Namely, of course, people are focused on how to avoid them. But lots of folks are also leery of the sort of harsh, and often toxic household products used to keep surfaces clean. Luckily, there are some easy way to whip up non toxic variants. Read on for a few natural analogues to your favorite … [Read more...] about At-Home Alternatives to Commercial Cleaners
Perpetual Soup
I know, I know. Its summer, and summer is almost never considered soup season. But what if I told you there's a hearty soup that can serve as a staple on your next camping trip, without needing any sort of refrigeration to preserve. In fact, it stays good so long it could last you all the way until soup season *actually* rolls around. It's called "Perpetual Soup" (or a … [Read more...] about Perpetual Soup
Hi Mountain Seasonings Rub 3-Packs
Not sure what you're going to make for dinner, but looking to enhance the flavor profile of your brisket, steak, ribs, lamb, chicken or game meat? Then Hi Mountain Seasonings new Rub-3 Packs may just be what you are looking for. Rub Pack #1 features the Steak Rub, Rib Rub and Poultry Rub and Rub Pack #2 features the Brisket & Prime Rib Rub, Venison Rub and Garlic Pepper … [Read more...] about Hi Mountain Seasonings Rub 3-Packs
Farmyard First Aid: Using Your Kit
My apologies folks, this article comes a little later than anticipated. Warming weather around the homestead has meant my days are increasingly spent outside, rather than behind my keyboard. But with some rainy days upon me, I figure its time to discuss how to use the first aid kits we prepared in Farmyard First Aid: Creating a Kit. Bandaging The articles discussed in the … [Read more...] about Farmyard First Aid: Using Your Kit
