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Primitive Traps

6 ways for catching food in the woods
Tuesday, June 18, 2013, 2:40 PM

A summary of 6 methods for building traps in the wilderness for catching small game.  This is the sort of skill and knowledge that needs practice and a guiding hand as one learns to master catching food this way.  Good luck. 

http://www.theprepperjournal.com/2013/06/10/six-primitive-traps-for-catching-food-in-the-woods/

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Cordwood Sheds and Cabins

Inspiration for building differently
Monday, June 17, 2013, 5:04 PM

A great set of examples of simple coodwood construction and how you can use a natural resource to build a well insulated structure. 

http://www.inspirationgreen.com/cordwood-construction.html

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Solar-Powered Aquaponics for Apartments

A simple setup for small spaces
Friday, June 14, 2013, 3:54 PM

An innovative design to consider for setting up a small aquaponics system and getting things growing even if you are limited on space. 

http://www.treehugger.com/green-food/solar-powered-aquaponics-your-apartments.html

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Using Oil Lamps

Tips and Tricks
Thursday, June 13, 2013, 3:56 PM

If you have oil lamps as part of your preps, here are some good tips to keep the light shining and your family safe. 

http://www.preparednesspro.com/tips-tricks-oil-lamps/

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45 Uses For Lemons

Ideas and tips for using them around the house
Tuesday, June 11, 2013, 12:40 PM

Some great ideas and uses for the lemons sitting in your fruit basket.  Stock up and keep them on hand.

http://www.whydontyoutrythis.com/2013/05/45-uses-for-lemons-that-will-blow-your-socks-off.html

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80 Uses for Tea Tree Oil

Reasons to keep some in the cupboard.
Thursday, June 6, 2013, 9:47 PM

Some fabulous reasons to keep nature's most powerful antibacterial agent on hand.

http://wakeup-world.com/2013/06/03/the-miracle-of-tea-tree-oil-80-amazing-uses-for-survival/

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How to Make Your Own Tick and Bug Repellent

Tips from an herbalist - a natural formula
Monday, June 3, 2013, 12:52 PM

A low-cost solution for helping ward off ticks and other biting bugs this summer.

http://survival.outdoorlife.com/blogs/survivalist/2013/05/tips-herbalist-how-make-your-own-tick-and-bug-repellent

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Building a DIY Bucket Chicken Feeder

Simple, low-cost solution
Thursday, May 30, 2013, 8:48 PM

I came across this DIY chicken feeder, and it looks like a great low-cost solution to keep your chicken feed protected and self dispensing.  And since my galvanized chicken feeder finally served its last meal (those chicken can be a bit rough on things), I just might build one this weekend. 

http://www.backwoodshome.com/articles2/slate119.html

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Basic Butchering of Livestock & Game

Book recommendation for building resilience
Wednesday, May 29, 2013, 11:37 AM

The book Basic Butchering of Livestock & Game seems to be one I have found on a number of friends' and resilient community member' shelves recently, and it is one of my favorite go-to books to reference for when we start thinking about incorporating new livestock into the homestead.  Great instructions and visuals, and it get high marks on Amazon reviews. » Read more

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160 Uses for Coconut Oil

Ideas and tips for using this incredible oil
Monday, May 27, 2013, 3:42 PM

A plethora of ways to use coconut oil in your everyday life and lots of reasons to keep a supply on hand.

http://wakeup-world.com/2012/03/02/160-uses-for-coconut-oil/