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05/14/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
7 Brilliant uses for a collapsible bucket, a BOB essential
There are few things more convenient than a bucket when out camping or hiking. Buckets are great for hauling water, washing dishes and cleaning up. But standard plastic buckets can be difficult to pack with other camping gear because of their size. A strong gust of wind can also blow away plastic buckets. Meanwhile, metal pails […]
05/10/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
12 Budget-friendly tips for creating a beautiful garden
Stunning gardens are a treat for the senses. Fragrant flowers, colorful fences and weed-free beds help create an inviting garden for humans, birds and insects alike. Beginner gardeners might shrink at the idea of creating a garden that’s both functional and beautiful. However, it’s not as difficult as it seems. And it shouldn’t burn a hole […]
05/06/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
Disaster preparedness: 4 Levels of disasters and how to prepare for each one
Not all disasters are made equal. For instance, a shortage of essential supplies at the local supermarket requires a different response and a different preparedness plan than a life-threatening earthquake or winter storm. To put it simply, disasters differ in terms of severity. Creating an emergency preparedness plan based on a disaster’s severity affords you a […]
03/15/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
From animal care to gardening hacks: DIY PVC projects for your homestead
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is a highly economical and versatile material typically used in building, construction and plumbing. It is also durable, lightweight and non-toxic for both animals and humans. Overall, these qualities make PVC a reliable material for creating tools and small structures for homesteading. Gardening PVC pipes do not expand when exposed to the elements. […]
03/12/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
Food storage tips: How to make DIY dehydrated meals
Dehydration is one of the easiest and least expensive methods of food preservation. For one, it is a great option for storing extra produce after an abundant harvest. Dried, nutrient-dense foods are also an indispensable part of any prepper’s stockpile. Benefits of food dehydration Dehydrating food is as simple as it sounds. In ancient times, […]
02/26/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
Federal regulators plan to investigate Texas power outages
Millions of Texans were without power for two straight days after a historically cold winter strained the state’s electricity grid, triggering a public health emergency in the country’s second-most populous state. The power outages earlier this week prompted the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to open an inquiry into the incident. The agency said it would […]
02/25/2021
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By Divina Ramirez
Texas power grid was “seconds and minutes” away from months of total blackout
The power grid in Texas was just “seconds and minutes” away from a disastrous failure that could have resulted in months of total blackout, officials with the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) said Thursday, Feb. 18. ERCOT, which manages 90 percent of the power grid Texas uses, received intense criticism from state officials, including Gov. Greg Abbott, […]
11/22/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
More than 1 million New Yorkers have turned to food banks amid worsening pandemic lockdowns
With the Wuhan coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic lockdowns being used to crush the economy, hunger has driven tens of thousands of New Yorkers to line up outside food banks and soup kitchens. In a recent report, the New York Times said that the number of people facing hunger in New York City (NYC) could be upwards of 1.5 million. Food […]
11/10/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
Learning from an American icon: 11 Survival lessons from Daniel Boone
Modern life has become more comfortable over the past few decades. But a large part of this comfort hinges on power from an electric grid, gadgets and appliances. However, there is no electric grid in the wild, nor are there gadgets and appliances. Therefore, it is important to have a working knowledge of basic wilderness survival skills, most of […]
11/06/2020
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By Divina Ramirez
10 Must-have outdoor tools for your homestead
Maintaining a homestead involves a lot of hard work, from cleaning out the garden each season to stocking up on firewood for the winter. But routine homesteading tasks can be made easier with the right tools. Here is a list of 10 outdoor tools that homesteaders should have in their sheds: Gloves Gloves are useful for gardening […]
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