If you are reading this article, you most likely are environmentally conscious, and are looking for ways to save money and help the environment. For starters, let’s first define what grey water actually is. Grey water is all the wastewater …
Recently, when I asked a potential customer what their plans were for their future property, they said they wanted to use it for Permaculture. Having never heard of this term, I decided to research it. What I discovered was a …
With summer fading and autumn beginning, it’s the perfect time to preserve food through canning. Here are a few tips to get you started. First of all, what does canning mean? Technically, canning is the preservation of food that otherwise …
With record-high temperatures, severe drought and about 11,600 square-miles of wildfire-ravaged terrain in the nation, is there anything that can be done to prevent these natural disasters? The causes of wildfires include drought, extreme heat and lightning. In 2014, there …
Once you reach adulthood, your priorities start to change. Eventually, you tire of living with your parents and move into an apartment. Having your own space is a great accomplishment. However, over time, you get tired of paying someone else …
Whether you’re an avid camper, preparing for the zombie apocalypse, or somewhere in-between, being able to spot edible plants is a great life skill to have (just ask Bear Grylls). Here is a brief guide to common edible plants that …
Some of my fondest childhood memories occurred when that magic time of year rolled around. We stared at the clock on the last day of school, waited for the bell to ring its sweet sound — that sound of summer …
When hiring a contractor for a big project, it’s easy to make a costly misstep. It could be something minor, such as overpaying because you didn’t get other bids, or a communication error where the finished job doesn’t look …
Birdwatching is a fun and inexpensive hobby that you can enjoy anywhere. It’s a great way to get outside, get back in touch with nature and experience its beauty. There are thousands of bird species and subspecies, and they vary …