Masontops Mason Jar Sprouting Lids – Review & Demo Video
A short review video showing off my latest sprouting batch using a set of my favorite mason jar sprouting lids.
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AquaDrum Water Purification System Review & Demo – Video
This is my complete and honest review of the AquaDrum Water Purification System. The AquaDrum™ Water Purification System is a 55-gallon drum water filter with a Micro-USB rechargeable 5-volt manual hand-pump and a backup hand pump.
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Kelly Kettle Trekker Review – Video
In this post and video, you’ll find an honest review of Kelly Kettle’s Trekker Stainless Steel Kettle & Kit. I go over the pros and cons and as well as address some of the comments I’ve seen on this kettle and camp stove.
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My Blackstone Griddle Review – Our First Anniversary
In this post, my Blackstone Griddle review, I will offer my honest assessment of the 36″ Blackstone Griddle after a solid year of regular use.
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Finding The Best Water Filter For Our Kitchen – The ZeroWater Filter
Let’s find the best water filter for our kitchen. Today I’m going to take you on a scary expedition as I recreate the steps I took to research water filters and find the best filter for my wife and me.
In this article, we’ll look at whether or not investing in a Big Berkey is a good idea right now, the pros and cons of the Big Berkey, as well as some options on less expensive water filters.
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Review: Comecase Battery Organizer Storage Case
This is my honest review of the COMECASE 148 Battery Organizer Storage Box/Carrying Case. I personally purchased and used this battery organizer. As with all of my reviews, it’s something I use myself – firsthand.
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Portable Mylar Bag Sealer Review
My honest review of the 6″ portable Mylar bag sealer by KF-Constant Heat after almost three years of moderate use with the pros and cons of the product.
Today I’m doing a gear review of the portable hand sealer by KF-Constant Heat for Mylar bags that I use for long-term food storage.
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The Cook Kit I Prefer To Carry In My Bug Out Bag
Real fast, before I get into my favorite cook kit, let’s consider whether you even need a cook kit in the first place.
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Failed Overnight Hiking / Lost In The Woods And Lessons Learned
In this post, I just want to cover a few things I learned from my latest overnight hike. I ended up calling it quits about 3 AM and packing it back up for home. That was the plan anyway. What actually happened was I got so far off track that I spent 1 1/2 hours trying to find the trail I came in on.
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