Make Your Own No-Space Potato Barrel - Do It Yourself - MOTHER EARTH NEWS
I want to do this, I hope that it is not too late.
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Make Ice Cream To Keep Cool!!
When it is hot we all love ice cream ! We do not have an ice cream maker though. So , of course I am on the hunt on how to make some ice cream without one!! You could always buy one , but if you are frugal , like me, than you will be wanting a cheap and easy way to make it at home. Your kids will love it.
I have found some great ways to make some ice cream without an expensive ice cream maker online.
Ice Cream Without A Machine
Coffee Can Ice Cream
How To Make Homemade Ice Cream Without An Ice Cream Maker
The Bag Method
MORE HERE
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I have found some great ways to make some ice cream without an expensive ice cream maker online.
Ice Cream Without A Machine
Coffee Can Ice Cream
How To Make Homemade Ice Cream Without An Ice Cream Maker
The Bag Method
MORE HERE
Ultimate Family Preparedness Pak
120 Serving Breakfast Only @ $198 (120 Servings breakfast assortment. No entrees) - Order Now!
Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Bulk Food Buying!!
I have been trying to buy bulk food items everytime I get the chance & money. I got a 25.00 gift certificate for Amazon the other day and decided to buy some more bulk food. Did some searching and found these Osem North African Couscous, 10 Pound Bag
. Couscous is a great addition to any food storage. It is good for you and VERY EASY AND FAST TO COOK!!!! So I bought 2 10 pound bags of this so that I got the free shipping and I only had to pay a little over $2.00 out of my pocket!! Every chance that you have to buy bulk items , take it!!!! Super fast way to build up a great stockpile.
Ultimate Family Preparedness Pak
120 Serving Breakfast Only @ $198 (120 Servings breakfast assortment. No entrees) - Order Now!
. Couscous is a great addition to any food storage. It is good for you and VERY EASY AND FAST TO COOK!!!! So I bought 2 10 pound bags of this so that I got the free shipping and I only had to pay a little over $2.00 out of my pocket!! Every chance that you have to buy bulk items , take it!!!! Super fast way to build up a great stockpile. Ultimate Family Preparedness Pak
120 Serving Breakfast Only @ $198 (120 Servings breakfast assortment. No entrees) - Order Now!
Monday, May 30, 2011
It Is Getting Hot!!
It is already super hot and it is early in the morning. When it is this hot it is even more important to be able to have access to clean water. And lots of it. Make sure that you have a way to get clean cool water and have bottled water stored up if you can. Make yourself one of there Neck Coolers to help you keep cool with no AC!!
Water is the most important thing to have! It is vital to your survival and in this heat it is even more important.
Don't forget about your pets! Make sure they always have a full bowl of water and are kept in the shade.
Ultimate Family Preparedness Pak
120 Serving Breakfast Only @ $198 (120 Servings breakfast assortment. No entrees) - Order Now!
Water is the most important thing to have! It is vital to your survival and in this heat it is even more important.
Don't forget about your pets! Make sure they always have a full bowl of water and are kept in the shade.
Ultimate Family Preparedness Pak
120 Serving Breakfast Only @ $198 (120 Servings breakfast assortment. No entrees) - Order Now!
Friday, May 27, 2011
Four Different Ways to Treat and Purify Water for Drinking
Traveler's diarrhea can be a nightmare. What's worse, drinking contaminated water can give you much more than a case of the runs. Giardia, amoebic dysentery, cholera - these are just a few examples of water borne illnesses that could really ruin your trip. There are a number of options for treating your water, but here are four of the most effective methods.
Boiling
Boiling water for a sufficient amount of time will effectively kill all harmful organisms. You should boil the water for at least three minutes if you are at sea level. At 5,000 feet above sea level, you should boil the water for at least five minutes. For every 1,000 feet above that, boil for another minute.
Iodine
Iodine is a chemical agent that treats water by neutralizing harmful organisms. It needs to be kept in a dark container and cannot be exposed to light. While this option is preferred by many because only a few drops are required for treatment, there is a distinct odor and taste caused by the iodine and some people find it offensive. Iodine can be purchased in liquid form from most camping and recreation stores.
Chlorine
Chlorine is a chemical agent, like iodine, which kills harmful parasites and bacteria. It takes longer to work than iodine, often up to four hours. However, chlorine treatment does not cause an offensive odor or taste. Chlorine can be purchased in tablet form from many camping and recreation stores. You can also order it online from companies like Amazon.com.
UV Light
UV light is another effective way of neutralizing harmful organisms. The UV light destroys the DNA of the organism and thus they can not reproduce, making them safe to consume. There are many companies that provide a UV treatment device, but SteriPen is the most well known and they have a positive reputation. UV light treatment is an attractive option because it takes approximately one minute to purify sixteen ounces of water, and there is no odor or aftertaste associated with the treatment.
While these are all effective treatment options, it is important to note that for them to be effective you need to first filter your water. This will remove larger organisms and harmful chemical and materials. A filter can be purchased from a camping or recreation store or online at Amazon.com. If you do not have a filter, you can use cheesecloth or a coffee filter instead. Whichever option you choose for treatment, make sure you follow the instructions closely. Don't let a preventable illness ruin your trip!
For more information about how to treat water, visit the website WEBSITE.
Ultimate Family Preparedness Pak
120 Serving Breakfast Only @ $198 (120 Servings breakfast assortment. No entrees) - Order Now!
Boiling
Boiling water for a sufficient amount of time will effectively kill all harmful organisms. You should boil the water for at least three minutes if you are at sea level. At 5,000 feet above sea level, you should boil the water for at least five minutes. For every 1,000 feet above that, boil for another minute.
Iodine
Iodine is a chemical agent that treats water by neutralizing harmful organisms. It needs to be kept in a dark container and cannot be exposed to light. While this option is preferred by many because only a few drops are required for treatment, there is a distinct odor and taste caused by the iodine and some people find it offensive. Iodine can be purchased in liquid form from most camping and recreation stores.
Chlorine
Chlorine is a chemical agent, like iodine, which kills harmful parasites and bacteria. It takes longer to work than iodine, often up to four hours. However, chlorine treatment does not cause an offensive odor or taste. Chlorine can be purchased in tablet form from many camping and recreation stores. You can also order it online from companies like Amazon.com.
UV Light
UV light is another effective way of neutralizing harmful organisms. The UV light destroys the DNA of the organism and thus they can not reproduce, making them safe to consume. There are many companies that provide a UV treatment device, but SteriPen is the most well known and they have a positive reputation. UV light treatment is an attractive option because it takes approximately one minute to purify sixteen ounces of water, and there is no odor or aftertaste associated with the treatment.
While these are all effective treatment options, it is important to note that for them to be effective you need to first filter your water. This will remove larger organisms and harmful chemical and materials. A filter can be purchased from a camping or recreation store or online at Amazon.com. If you do not have a filter, you can use cheesecloth or a coffee filter instead. Whichever option you choose for treatment, make sure you follow the instructions closely. Don't let a preventable illness ruin your trip!
For more information about how to treat water, visit the website WEBSITE.
Ultimate Family Preparedness Pak
120 Serving Breakfast Only @ $198 (120 Servings breakfast assortment. No entrees) - Order Now!
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