I had the honor of being Tim Ridley's guest today on the Road Dog Trucking show. Professional drivers are some of the most prepared, self-reliant people around, and I get the feeling that I'll be learning a lot about survival from a trucker's point of view. Looking forward to more dialogue with Tim and his listeners when I return on September 5 at 05:30 CT!
If you're a trucker or an otherwise early riser, catch Tim's show on weekdays beginning at 04:00 CT, SiriusXM 106.
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Monday, August 22, 2011
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Olive Oil Lamp from Lehman's
As promised, here is a brief, narration-less demo of an olive oil lamp in operation. I've assembled some components and accoutrements: olive oil (the cheap kind will do), a package of wicks, a lighter, and a pair of hemostat forceps-pliers. Those pliers, which may be found with the fishing tackle in most any sporting goods store, are great for positioning the wick.
This lamp is relatively safe, but the glass does get hot, so it's best placed on a trivet. (Lehman's sells a jar with a handle which I like even better.) The jar is stable and functions as a hurricane glass. Unlike more volatile fuels, the olive oil, if spilled, will not spread the flame. You can purchase the complete lamp or elect to buy only the nickel element and wick--and come up with your own jar. Either way, the goods are here.
This lamp is relatively safe, but the glass does get hot, so it's best placed on a trivet. (Lehman's sells a jar with a handle which I like even better.) The jar is stable and functions as a hurricane glass. Unlike more volatile fuels, the olive oil, if spilled, will not spread the flame. You can purchase the complete lamp or elect to buy only the nickel element and wick--and come up with your own jar. Either way, the goods are here.
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Advice & Beans
I recently ordered some long-term food storage supplies from a source called Advice & Beans, located here in the Nashville area. The mylar bags I bought were of superb quality, and my transaction experience was excellent. I've now become a fan of their blog, as well. I highly recommend checking them out:
www.adviceandbeans.com.
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www.adviceandbeans.com.
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Thursday, July 21, 2011
--Been Busy, But I'm Back!
I LOVE the olive oil lamps from Lehman's which you can see here. I will post a demonstration video as soon as I can. Check back soon, won't you?
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Friday, June 10, 2011
Edward Elgar and The Wipeouts
Jon Frank's "The Glide" (multimedia). Waimea footage cut to Sospiri op. 70. Richard Tognetti and the Australian Chamber Orchestra. It's just so beautiful.
Saturday, May 28, 2011
"Bug Out Bag" List
I wanted a "Bug Out Bag" list and found a good one at M.D. Creekmore's blog: http://www.thesurvivalistblog.net/bug-out-bag/. I took the list to Dick's Sporting Goods on Charlotte Avenue in West Nashville to see how many of the items could be found under one roof. I found 17 of 19, however M.D.'s favored brands were not necessarily represented. Below is the list, modified somewhat. The checkmarks indicate that Dick's had the item, and the brands listed are the ones that I found there (all widely known and of excellent reputation). I should point out that I have not yet tested these but hope to in the near future!
Bug Out Bag Contents
√ 1. The Pack – Field & Stream, Kelty, Jansport, Marmot, and Outdoor Products.
√ 2. Water – Canteen with cup & cover, water bottle, and water filter (MSR Miniworks Microfilter).
√ 3. Fire – Waterproof matches, a magnesium fire starter and tinder.
√ 4. Food – (Enough to last 5-7 days.) Mountain House brand Beef Stew, Stroganoff, Lasagna, Chicken Teriyaki w/Rice.
√ 5. Stove – Small stove. Dick's carries the MSR Pocket Rocket and Coughlan's Folding Stove.
√ 6. Sleeping bag – the warmest I found was the Field & Stream Hydro-Dri, rated to -15 degrees.
√ 7. Shelter – Rain poncho and tarp or compact tent.
√ 8. Cooking – Tex Sport Stainless Steel 5-Piece Mess Kit.
√ 9. First Aid Kit
√ 10. Light – Dick's carries the Energizer LED Pen Light, Dorcy 3-cell AAA LED, and many others.
√ 11. Tools – A folding saw, multi tool, and fixed blade knife. Also, light weight shovel and Machete, if you can afford the extra weight.
√ 12. Clothing – At least one extra pair of socks, underwear and other items important to you.
√ 13. Fishing – Line, hooks and sinkers and a few small lures. A small gill net for catching fish.
√ 14. Parachute cord
15. Plastic bags
√ 16. Small Binoculars
17. Sewing kit
√ 18. This n’ that – Head net, electrical tape, gloves, sharpening stone etc.
√ 19. Firearms
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