19 Unique Uses for Shipping Containers
by Cory Levins When you think of shipping containers, you probably imagine large steel boxes that are used to haul large hazardous materials and other cargo from one place to …
Subsistence Farming in Cold Climates
Subsistence farming is a term often heard in today’s world. It would be delightful if everybody could get into this style of farming! One of the few concerns, however, is …
An Introduction to Hydroponics
by Jonathan de Araujo Scientific and technological advancements are changing the world in ways we have never seen before. The gardening world is no exception, and hydroponics is at the forefront …
5 Design Choices that Make for a More Efficient Mobile Cabin
by Matt Doyle Mobile cabins and other portable living spaces are the next big thing among people interested in a more luxurious kind of long-term travel and sustainable living off …
Top Ways to Preserve Earth’s Draining Fuel
by Arindam Paul Fossil fuels make up about 85% of the global energy system. However, the ever-increasing demand for energy is putting a lot of strain on these finite energy …
How to Choose the Best Possible Emergency and Survival Gear
by Vincent West Whether we are referring to forests, deserts or other geographies, the outdoors can be very dangerous at times. If you decide to go on a remote camping …
The Fastest Growing Vegetables and Fruits Every Survivalist Should Know How to Grow
In times of scarcity, we can’t rely on the food industry to provide us with enough to eat. If you look back to the world wars where food was rationed, …
Tools and Planning for Your First Fruit Garden
Why start a fruit garden? Is it worth the time and effort? Well, if you’ve never tasted garden-fresh fruit (unfortunately, very few people have!), you will be blown away by …
5 Cutting Edge Off Grid Homes With Modern Amenities
Off-grid homes present an opportunity for people to connect with nature and be one with the environment – a sharp contrast to the reality many people face today in cities …
Off the Grid Security: How to Keep Your Home Safe while Living off the Grid
by Conrad Novak While living off the grid can provide you an immense sense of freedom, it also carries with it a similar degree of responsibility. Without the common services …