If you don't know what a mountain pie is, it is basically a grilled sandwich that is cooked on a campfire, in a small device called a mountain pie maker. Mountain pies are also sometimes known as 'hobo pies'. A mountain pie maker is like a small … [Continue reading]
Whether you're suffering from a common cold, seasonal allergies or a more serious illness, such as pneumonia or bronchitis, the need for immediate and long-lasting cough suppression is immense. Unfortunately, many over-the-counter cough syrup … [Continue reading]
From an early age, I knew it was kind of possible to reuse disposable, single-use batteries; as a kid, we used to leave dead alkaline batteries out in the sunshine for a few hours, and this seemed to recharge them a little bit, so we could get a bit … [Continue reading]
First things first - you should always carry a snow shovel in your vehicle during winter, it can literally mean the difference between life and death... You should also put together a small kit of essential survival items in case you have to spend … [Continue reading]
Ok, this is fairly simple, but it always surprises me how many people don't know this, and also how many people don't do it... Garlic is one of the easiest crops to grow, as long as they don't sit in soggy, wet ground, they rarely have any … [Continue reading]
This home remedy is actually better than some of the over-the-counter solutions you can purchase from the pharmacy; most of the drops for swimmer's ear (mild infection) contain just isopropyl alcohol to dry and wash out the ear, but the home remedy … [Continue reading]
When I was a kid I watched a TV show called Alone In The Woods. In that show, Lofty Wiseman the author of the SAS Survival Guide showed how to make an eel trap out of a t-shirt, in a survival situation. Of course, I immediately went down to the river … [Continue reading]
Solar lights like the picture above are in 90% of American gardens and yards, they make gardens look awesome, plus these little solar lights actually double up as emergency lighting if the power goes out. In fact, there is a whole load emergency … [Continue reading]
Witch hazel (Hamamelis virginiana) is a flowering shrub/tree which is common in North America and Japan. The witch hazel plant extract is derived from the leaves and bark of the shrub, and offers many benefits and uses especially for those seeking … [Continue reading]
With the cost of living skyrocketing in areas all throughout the country, many consumers are seeking out cheap, or preferably free, ways to curve their utility bills. When it comes to heating your home throughout the winter months, a wood-burning … [Continue reading]
