Humanity’s annual reminder that we live on – and with – Planet Earth. Earth Day was first proposed by activist John McConnell in 1969 and was introduced to the world in 1970. It’s a day filled with hope and hypocrisy, but it should be celebrated by all those who hold Mother Nature dear, not justContinue reading “Earth Day, Serfdom, Foraging & Tanuki”
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Dark Walk & Talk – 2022 is not looking good
Energy crisis, food shortages, gas prices, droughts, WW3, hyperinflation, stock market crash, great depression, winter storms, plagues of locusts… 2022 will be a right laugh.We’re only half way through February 2022, in fact 02/22/2022, and many of the predictions made last year concerning the state of the world, its food sources and economy are allContinue reading “Dark Walk & Talk – 2022 is not looking good”
Preparing for WW3 – Surviving Russia vs Ukraine, Off-Grid & Online
Russia vs Ukraine, NATO, the U.S… A war that would literally be on my doorstep. I thought I was prepared for anything – virtually off-grid, self-sufficient, experienced in bushcraft and outdoor skills… Just like many others who call themselves preppers and survivalists. But we live in the 21st Century, and the world is a muchContinue reading “Preparing for WW3 – Surviving Russia vs Ukraine, Off-Grid & Online”
Snow Camping WAY below zero in a Hammock – and how to build a campfire
Snow camping in a DD hammock at minus 20 in the Carpathian Mountains. Winter camping is amazing, and using a hammock is a challenge. With temperatures dropping to minus 20, and deep snow all around, heading off to the hills and forests to spend a night or two out in Nature means packing a fewContinue reading “Snow Camping WAY below zero in a Hammock – and how to build a campfire”
WW3 – Russia Ukraine Invasion, World War Three begins in February 2022?
I live 40 miles from Ukraine and NATO is sending troops here. Russia has amassed an army on its side of the border, and NATO and the U.S. want to send troops and vehicles to Eastern Europe to prepare should Russia decide to invade Ukraine – which President Biden thinks will happen in February 2022Continue reading “WW3 – Russia Ukraine Invasion, World War Three begins in February 2022?”
Snow Storm Shelter Build in 10 minutes – during a white-out blizzard
The fastest snow shelter. Easy to build and it could save your life. When you get caught out in a heavy snow storm or a blizzard, and you are at risk of exposure and hypothermia, then this is what you quickly need to build. This is especially important to know in mountainous terrain or inContinue reading “Snow Storm Shelter Build in 10 minutes – during a white-out blizzard”
How to Prep for a Winter Storm – 93% are unprepared for a blizzard
There’s a monster snow storm incoming with hurricane winds, icy roads and heavy snowfall. What should you do to prepare for a Winter Storm like Izzy? Last year, Texas suffered massively from the Deep Freeze because it wasn’t prepared – it looks like the same will happen again this year, along with New York. Don’tContinue reading “How to Prep for a Winter Storm – 93% are unprepared for a blizzard”
Trail Camera Buying Tips – How to choose the perfect game camera for you
What to look for in a trail camera for hunting, wildlife management, wildlife photography or home security? There are so many game cameras out there, many from big name brands, so how do you know which one is right for you? Is it better to buy a more expensive one from an established brand orContinue reading “Trail Camera Buying Tips – How to choose the perfect game camera for you”
Reality Check – Real Life Problems Paid Me A Visit – Self Reliant Lifestyle
Hypothesising and philosophising is great when life gives you a moment to yourself to reflect. But then life, especially if you live a self reliant lifestyle, rings the alarm and wakes you up, reminding you about the here and now. Then it ladles lots of urgent issues on your plate and somehow you have toContinue reading “Reality Check – Real Life Problems Paid Me A Visit – Self Reliant Lifestyle”
Listen To Nature – Change the World in Partnership with Earth
The climate change argument is filled with non sequitors, both on the side of the politicians and corporations and on the protestors’. Yes, we desperately need to sort out what we are doing to the planet before it’s too late. Yes, we need to completely change how we produce food and energy, how we wasteContinue reading “Listen To Nature – Change the World in Partnership with Earth”
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