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http://www.easytogrowherbs.com/Top-10-Anti-Inflammatory-Herbs.html

Top 10 Anti-Inflammatory Herbs

A great set of herbs to start growing in the garden
by Jason Wiskerchen
Friday, February 15, 2013, 4:29 PM

A list of the top 10 anti-inflammatory herbs to get started in your medicinal garden.  Plus they make a wonderful addition to your culinary garden.

http://www.easytogrowherbs.com/Top-10-Anti-Inflammatory-Herbs.html

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Tim MacWelch

How to Get Water and Syrup from Trees

Now is the time to pick up this handy skill and get some pra
by Jason Wiskerchen
Thursday, February 14, 2013, 3:29 PM

An introduction to the wonderful process of tapping a tree for sap and water.

http://survival.outdoorlife.com/blogs/survivalist/2013/02/survival-skills-how-get-water-and-syrup-trees

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© PureMadi

Affordable ceramic purifier uses nanoparticles to clean water

Low-tech solution for safe drinking water
by Jason Wiskerchen
Wednesday, February 13, 2013, 12:33 PM

Another example of a simple solution for purifying water in emergency and off-grid situations. 

http://www.treehugger.com/sustainable-product-design/puremadi-ceramic-nanoparticle-water-purifier.html

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Jim Competti

Canning Cabinet From Pallets

Another idea on how to use pallets for building resilience
by Jason Wiskerchen
Monday, February 11, 2013, 1:44 PM

Learn about this great project and get additional ideas at 1001pallets.com. 

http://www.1001pallets.com/2013/02/canning-cabinet-from-pallets/

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Jonathan Welsh

Driving in a Blizzard

Five tips to make the trip safer
by Jason Wiskerchen
Friday, February 8, 2013, 5:43 PM

Ways to more safely travel during extreme winter conditions.

http://blogs.wsj.com/drivers-seat/2013/02/08/driving-in-a-blizzard-five-tips-to-make-the-trip-safer/?mod=google_news_blog

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Image credit: CHOW

Introduction to Beekeeping and Honey Bees

A video to inspire you to take up a new hobby this spring.
by Jason Wiskerchen
Friday, February 8, 2013, 3:26 PM

Now is the time to finalize plans to start your new beekeeping hobby and build some resilience for honey, wax and pollination. A video to get you excited.

http://www.treehugger.com/lawn-garden/a-must-see-introduction-to-beekeeping-and-honey-bees-video.html

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www.DickProenneke.com

Alone in the Wilderness

An inspirational movie of resilience and living with less
by Jason Wiskerchen
Wednesday, February 6, 2013, 10:07 PM

I had the pleasure of watching Alone in the Wilderness this weekend and thought it would be a good addition to the DailyPrep section.  I think the words "Awesome" and "Wonderful" were used many times amongst the family while watching.  Here is a short clip from youtube to bring a smile to you face.

Get Alone in the Wilderness on Amazon. Learn more about Dick Proenneke here.

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A rare 1880 combination of hand brace and geared drill, source

Hand powered drilling tools and machines

Old technology for our modern world
by Jason Wiskerchen
Tuesday, February 5, 2013, 3:14 PM

A fascinating exploration of hand powered drilling tools.  When that 18V power tool set dies, having a mechanical hand powered tool set might come in handy.

http://www.lowtechmagazine.com/2010/12/hand-powered-drilling-tools-and-machines.html » Read more

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The Canadian Penny Died Yesterday

When will the US penny die?
by Jason Wiskerchen
Tuesday, February 5, 2013, 2:17 PM

As many news outlets and even Google pointed out yesterday, the Canadian penny is no longer viable as currency. 

screen capture: google.com

http://www.treehugger.com/economics/canadian-penny-died-today.html

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Dutch Oven Yummies (photo credit: http://flic.kr/p/5uTGDs)

Going Dutch

The art and practice of dutch oven cooking
by Jason Wiskerchen
Monday, February 4, 2013, 10:46 PM

Tutorial and recipes for cooking with a dutch oven.  An essential piece of cookware for any resilient homestead or kitchen.

http://americanpreppersnetwork.com/2013/02/going-dutch-the-art-and-practice-of-dutch-oven-cooking.html