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Solar Cooker Created Out Of Windshield Shade
I actually put back a windshield shade to cut up and use to create one. I stumbled across this plan to create a solar cooker with a windshield shade and thought that you too may be interested in it!
Cooking Outdoors Using a Solo Stove
Today I am going to share with you the results of testing the amazing little Solo Stove and offer up some suggestions for including such a stove and some related gear in your bug out bag.
Homemade Wood Gas Stove
Stoves like this retail for $59.99 and above, but I can show you how to make a wood gas stove that works for about 6 bucks total in raw materials!
Building a DIY Rocket Stove
While there are many commercial rocket stoves (and I own two including the Solo Stove and the EcoZoom Versa) an efficient rocket stove can be had for as little as a couple of bucks as you are willing to do a bit of work.
How to Build a Cider Press
Check with a local orchard to find bruised or less than perfect apples for your cider making project...
How to Make a Handsome and Handy Wooden Bottle Opener
Making your own bottle opener is a fun project, and a handmade one is sure to impress your family and friends every time. In this guide, I’ll show you how to make an elegant bottle opener similar to ones that I’ve seen pictured online...
38 Must Have Kitchen Items for Any Survivalist
Regardless of how many #10 cans of “just-add-water-ready-to-eat” stuff you have, at some point you’re going to have to learn to use a kitchen in much the same way as your granny, or your great-granny, did. So we’ve put together this list of 38 essential kitchen items for any survivalist...
Four MUST HAVE Items in Your Kitchen
Beginning preppers may be a bit overwhelmed with a lot of items on their lists, but rest assured, these 4 will make an invaluable foundation of independence for you...
How to Build a Solar Oven
Many people are shocked to discover that it’s actually possible to cook food, boil water and even bake bread using the power of the sun (yes, even in the winter!). This solar oven design can reach temperatures from 212 degrees F (hot enough to boil water) to 350 degrees or higher (hot enough to bake bread).
How to Make a Field Expedient Water Bottle from a Condom
It wasn’t until my friend told me about a condom water bottle that I was finally able to satisfy this [weight] requirement. Now a condom is just another part of my daily EDC gear (don’t laugh)...
How to Build an Outdoor Mud Oven for Use Now and When the SHTF
What is a Mud Oven and How Does it Work? Mud Ovens have been in use for thousands of years and are made of a clay-sand mixture baked by the wood fire used to heat it...
What I DON’T Like About My Sun Oven
I figured that it was time for a frank opinion about the Global Sun Oven. While I’m still glad I have one and for the most part I think it is an awesome idea, there are some concerns that I have.
Alcohol Stoves for post-SHTF Cooking
I’m looking into the use of small portable alcohol stoves, of the type used for camping and hiking, to cook food in any type of post-disaster scenario...
Cooking when the power goes out…
there are many methods of cooking without power and with redundancy in mind at least a couple should be included in planning. Here are a few...
The Family Grain Mill Review
Review of grain mill...
Solar Oven Design: size and shape
To build a useful solar oven, we must pay attention to certain design features. The most important features are size, shape, insulation, interior color, reflectors, and heat retention. For this article, let’s consider the size and shape of the oven...
Eight Great Powerless Cooking Options
Making a plan for powerless cooking as part of your prepping will help ensure you’re not eating all your food storage cold and raw. So here are eight great ways to cook when the power is off.
How to Make a Homemade Water Filter
In a SHTF situation, clean drinking water is a must. Why spend hundreds on a filter when you can make a quality one at home for a fraction of the price?
Seasoning your Cast Iron
Thoughts on seasoning your pans...
A Dollar Store Solar Cooker
There are numerous kits, instructions, videos and blogs illustrating the construction of solar ovens. If you have the right materials, tools, and construction skills, you can easily assemble any of the configurations demonstrated...
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