A buddy burner is a homemade stove that functions similar to the wick in a candle. They can be made from a can, a small piece of cardboard box and fuel such as wax, butter or kerosene. Given the size of a buddy burner it can safely warm a can of soup or heat small…
In today’s uncertain times it is difficult to know what is going to happen. The combination of a pandemic outbreak, mass rioting and shortages of certain goods brought on by these events have left many people concerned about the future. Many who had not considered prepping before are now diving whole heartedly into it. Until…
Summary of the Goplus Outdoor 3 Burner Stove Review 8.5 OUT OF 10 Value to Price indicates how I feel the product rates compared to its cost and other similar items. 8 OUT OF 10 Quality Check is where I rate the materials and workmanship of the product. This largely effects the product life. 7…
Summary of the Camp Chef Explorer Double Burner Stove Review 8 OUT OF 10 Value to Price indicates how I feel the product rates compared to its cost and other similar items. 8 OUT OF 10 Quality Check is where I rate the materials and workmanship of the product. This largely effects the product life….
In simple terms, Hydroponics is growing plants without the use of soil. Hydroponics focuses on providing plants with all of the nutrients they need through a water and mineral solution. In many cases hydroponics allows greater control over the growth of your plants and frequently results in faster growing healthier crops. So What is Hydroponics?…
Is it safe to use a portable gas stove or camping stove indoors? Yes, It is safe to use some portable gas stoves indoors. If you consider the fact that many homes use either propane or natural gas stoves it is evident that gas alone does not make portable stoves dangerous. However, care should be…
Should onions be stored with potatoes? No Onions and Potatoes should not be stored together. While there is some debate of the effects of ethylene, a naturally occurring gas produced by certain fruits and vegetables, on potatoes and onions what is obvious is that by being stored together their sprouting and decay is hastened. Potatoes…
Why Store Potatoes in a Root Cellar? Storing potatoes in a root cellar provides ideal conditions for long term storage. Most potatoes will store best in a cool dark place. They prefer temperatures of around 50 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit. Since the ground temperature at depths of 15 to 20 feet matches this it makes…
How Do You Prepare For a Power Outage? Any emergency can pose stress on the unprepared. By maintaining your calm you are better able to adapt to the situation. Preplanning is also critical for maintaining your calm. This is why you should have a plan in place for how you are going to deal with…