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12/17/2018
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By Edsel Cook
What you need to know about using batteries with solar panels
Things aren’t as simple as getting electric storage devices and solar panels, hooking them up together, and calling it a day. Fortunately, a Ready Nutrition article covered the basics of getting the most use and longevity out of your solar-powered batteries. Perhaps the most important characteristic of a battery is its depth of discharge (DoD). […]
11/14/2018
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By Edsel Cook
A primer to harvesting rainwater for your permaculture garden
The availability of water can make or break your homestead. An article in New Life On A Homestead covered the basics of collecting rainwater to nourish your permaculture garden. Permaculture seeks to create sustainable and self-sufficient agricultural systems. It takes advantage of features found in natural ecosystems or replicates them outright. To design your own […]
11/08/2018
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By Edsel Cook
A comprehensive guide for different types of DIY organic fertilizers for better crops and healthier soil
Knowing how to make your own organic fertilizer is a staple skill of any homesteader. An article in New Life On A Homestead brought up a number of different DIY fertilizers made from easily available materials. Fish emulsions, wet matches You can put leftover fish in the planting holes. For a proper emulsion, combine fish parts and […]
11/07/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Electric fence vs. barbed wire: Which is better for home security?
When it comes to protecting the perimeter of your property, few things beat a sturdy fence. While you might think barbed wire is the cheap and easy way to keep unwanted intruders, an article in My Family Survival Plan makes strong arguments for going the extra mile in building an electrified fence. True to its name, an […]
11/03/2018
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By Edsel Cook
No more excuses: A guide to growing potatoes for all situations
Potatoes are great survival foods. They are easy to acquire, just as easy to grow, last a long time, and provide plenty of nutrients. An article in Bio Prepper tackles the best ways to grow a batch of potatoes for your survival garden or homestead. There are four methods to grow potatoes. Each method possesses […]
11/02/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Inexpensive battery alternatives when going off grid
Thinking of getting a home-scale battery to help power your homestead or survival shelter even after the grid goes down for good? An article in Survivopedia provides the lowdown on the types of energy storage systems you might be previewing for purchase this Black Friday. The big, pre-fabricated batteries are a big no-no for off-grid. […]
11/01/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Not everyone knows of this practical and life-saving use of a Faraday cage
Every day, you run into situations where having a Faraday cage can be really helpful. In the future, it might even keep you alive when SHTF. An article in Alpha Survivalist covered the many uses of such devices. Simply put, a Faraday cage is a space surrounded by conductive material that blocks off magnetic fields […]
10/22/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Don’t make these 10 mistakes when deciding to live in rural areas
Residents of rural areas have it easier than urban preppers. Townfolk, homesteaders, and people who live off-grid generally have the right skills to survive on their own. However, an article in Survivopedia brings up serious concerns that could compromise your ability to survive in the countryside. Ensuring the health of your livestock and crops You will […]
10/18/2018
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By Edsel Cook
The lone wolf approach to survival never works: Why you should network with other preppers
You might be preparing to survive the apocalypse, but you don’t have to prepare on your own. An article in Survival Sullivan recommends interfacing with other preppers in order to share useful knowledge and resources with each other. Only preppers on the same level as military special forces can confidently say they will survive on […]
10/17/2018
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By Edsel Cook
How to recycle plastic food bottles for TEOTWAWKI
One day, when the world as we know it comes to a crashing end, the seemingly endless supply of plastic bottles – among many other consumer products – will dry up. Preppers are advised to stockpile these versatile containers while they can, and an article in Survivopedia gives ten ways of reusing them in a […]
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