The kale that I grew over last winter has been sitting in the freezer this whole time. See I don’t get to cook much
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Survival Gear: Night Vision Goggles
Survival Gear: Night Vision Goggles Night vision goggles can be very helpful in a survival situation. Whether you are hunting at night, or whether you
More Updates from the North
I have been keeping myself busy up here in Whitehorse since I last gave an update. I made it onto the front page of the
Russia’s “Aggressive Attrition” Cracks Fortress Avdeevka
February 20, 2024 (Brian Berletic – NEO) – The term “aggressive attrition,” coined by geopolitical analyst Alexander Mercouris, can be described as a strategy of deliberately
Best-Ever Ginger Biscuits – Self Sufficient Me
With a spicy ginger taste & a texture that melts in your mouth, these best-ever ginger biscuits really are the best you’ll ever make! These
Return of the Good Life: the new craze for front garden allotments
March 17, 2018 sitegeek Uncategorized 0 FORGET neatly trimmed hedges, tidy rows of begonias and well-tended lawns. An increasing number of 21st century growers in
Self sufficiency: Pigs in Clover
My new book – what do you think of the cover, isn’t it great! Honestly, the months of writing it, the year of build-up (the
Don’t Grow What You Won’t Eat!
I watch a lot of gardening youtube videos. They are a great source of information but what you have to remember is that those gardeners
Survival Myths Debunked – How To Survive StuffHow To Survive Stuff
There’s a lot of good information for survivalists on the Internet and on TV. However, not all of it should be believed. And, unlike getting
North of 60: Annie Lake Cabin and Summitting Grey Mountain
A couple weeks ago Julia invited me to go on an adventure out to Annie Lake, where she said there was this cabin that you
Wikileaks Reveals Alexei Navalny’s US Funding as Washington Exploits His Death
February 24, 2024 (Brian Berletic – NEO) – News of the death of Alexei Navalny in a Russian prison very quickly spread across the Western media,
Ginger & Walnut Cake with Vanilla Buttercream
A deliciously spicy & moist ginger cake with vanilla cream cheese frosting Ginger & walnut cake with vanilla buttercream seamlessly blends gingers spicy warmth with
The urban guide to becoming selfsufficientish
A recent message to the team requested this old recipe, it must have got lost during one of the many transfers over the years. Found again
My tribute to Richard Briers
Monday was a sad day. I honestly couldn’t even begin to count the number of times I’ve watched The Good Life. Watched, and laughed, and
A New Garden Bed for Christmas
This is my new garden bed that I got for Christmas. It is just like two other garden beds that I have. It is railroad
5 Things You Probably Didn’t Think to Include in Your Bug Out Bag
5 Things You Probably Didn’t Think to Include in Your Bug Out Bag If you are reading this, you probably already have a bug out
North of 60: Belated Winter Updates
Well, it’s been a while since I’ve posted anything. I’ve done lots, so there hasn’t been a dry spell of things to post about. Perhaps
Anti-pylon Brits Could Herald New Off-grid Era
Electricity demand forecasts are growing all the time Retired film-maker Christopher Hamblin is unmoved at the prospect of a lump-sum payment from developers to compensate
An Obstacle to American Hegemony
February 28, 2024 (Brian Berletic – NEO) – A recent op-ed appearing in Foreign Affairs titled, “The Taiwan Catastrophe,” helps paint a clear picture of US motivations behind its
No Amount of Money or Aid Can Solve It
March 5, 2024 (Brian Berletic – NEO) – Both Ukraine and its Western supporters are raising the alarm over Ukraine’s military manpower shortage and the difficult
Why You Need Nasturtiums in Your Veggie Garden
Nasturtiums are an easy delight in any type of garden. They suit a variety of climates, and are easy to grow. They make a lovely
11 Crops to Grow To Survive Difficult Times!
August 18, 2022 sitegeek Uncategorized 0 I was passed this youtube video from Health And Homestead by a facebook Isher. Many are looking to gardening to
Mind, Body and Spirit Workshop
??? Simon Dawson ??? Tickets now on sale! Join us for Simon’s 2013 Mind Body Spirit Workshop: Self-Sufficiency – An Empowering Path to Your Best
Easy Healthy Meal- Using your peppers and shallots
I have been making sure that we actually eat the stuff that was grown in the garden last year. Sometimes when you aren’t used to
Bulletproof Vests: A Beginner’s Guide
Bulletproof Vests: A Beginner’s Guide Bulletproof vests are part of every survivalist’s supplies list. They protect the torso from firearm projectiles and from shrapnel from
North of 60: Dog Sledding, Ice Caves, Snowboarding and Mountain Summits with Mandy
Back in January, I went on a climbing trip to Mexico. I had a great time climbing the amazing multi-pitch limestone walls out there, and
Windy Winter Boating Nights – Living Off the Grid: Free Yourself
When heating fails, the hound is truly a man’s best friend Richard Stabbins begins an occasional series on the joys and heartbreaks of living on
Land Destroyer: New Thai Government’s Vows Obedience to US Foreign Policy: Myanmar is First Victim
June 7, 2023 (Brian Berletic – New Eastern Outlook) – Following recent general elections in Thailand, influenced heavily by years of US interference, a pro-US proxy regime is
Kratky Growing System: Simple Space-Saving Hydroponics
The Kratky growing system is essentially a small, portable hydroponic system for growing veggies that is quick & easy to set up at home. A
The urban guide to becoming selfsufficientish
A recent message to the team requested this old recipe, it must have got lost during one of the many transfers over the years. Found again