Product Review: Stove-top Popcorn Maker
Last Christmas, I purchased a stainless steel stove-top (old-timey) popcorn popper from Lehman’s. It had gotten good marks from other buyers in their comments section, so despite the price tag, I...
View ArticleProduct Review: Black Diamond Spot LED Headlamp
For years I dismissed the notion of a headlamp, sticking faithfully by my Mini MagLite for my after hours visibility needs. I considered a headlamp to be the camper’s version of a pocket protector, or...
View ArticleProduct Review: Tattler Canning Lids
I have been canning for a number of years now. I enjoy doing it and it does my heart good to see wholesome homemade food lining our cupboards. I’ve tried to pick up more cases of canning jars every...
View ArticleProduct Review: Soap Nuts
I can hear what you are thinking- ”Okay, I can go along with making tea from mint I’ve grown or using the persimmons I find to make jam, but real soap does not come from nuts!” I was very skeptical...
View ArticleProduct Review: Wildcraft! An Herbal Adventure Game
A few days ago, I mentioned a gift suggestion for anyone on your list who is interested in learning about edible and medicinal plants. I want to tell you more about a good game that will help...
View ArticleAdding a Zippo Lighter to Your Prepping Supplies
Zippo lighters. They are a classic piece of Americana. It’s hard to imagine some of the classic American motion pictures without the ever-present Zippo lighter. First created in 1933 by George...
View ArticleMy Maxpedition EDC Pocket Organizer
Many years ago, I made my first everyday carry kit (EDC) using an Altoids tin. Inside, I put all of the things I thought I’d need in a time of survival. I had a small candle, some waterproof matches,...
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