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How I Preserve Food: Fermentation

July 29, 2014 By Mike

Preserving With Fermentation

The Forgotten Preservation Method Fermentation is one of Man’s oldest methods of food preservation, and in the modern era of factory food it is slowly being relegated to a purely artisinal  role. But for the Homesteader/Prepper who takes the time to learn the ancients secrets, fermentation can be come a valuable tool. Fermentation helped to […]

Benchmade Contego 810 Review

July 21, 2014 By Mike

Benchmade Contego

Benchmade Contego Review If you have been reading The Backyard Pioneer for any length of time you know that I have a bit of a problem when it comes to things made of steel that are sharp and pointy. So it should come of no surprise that a Benchmade Contego 810   followed me home […]

Dutch Oven Chicken and Dumplings

July 15, 2014 By Mike

Dutch Oven Chicken And Dumplings

Next time you are camping and you really want to ratchet the level of food up give our Dutch Oven Chicken And Dumplings a try. Your fellow campers will be floored at what you can prepare with one pot and some hot coals! Camp Chef Dutch Ovens Are Available On Amazon Dutch Oven Chicken And […]

3 Pieces Of Gear To Add To Your Hurricane Preps

July 6, 2014 By Mike

Huricane Preps

With the first named storm of the 2014 Hurricane Season ripping up the Atlantic seaboard it is a good time to look at your storm preps. I would like to share with you 3 pieces of gear that made life just a bit easier for us during the extended power outages we had following Hurricanes […]

Oregano For The Home Gardener

June 18, 2014 By Mike

Oregano

Oregano As you can see from the picture above oregano is quickly taking over my backyard herb garden. That is okay since my family and I are big fans of the warm, aromatic, and slightly bitter taste of oregano. We use it in a bunch of recipes but it is a staple in our homemade […]

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About Mike

The Backyard Pioneer
I'm a 43 year old husband, father, life long outdoorsman, and have 20+ years experience in infrastructure construction. I strive to bring you the best EDC Knife and Gear Reviews, Small Scale Homesteading, Common Sense Preparedness, and Dutch Oven Recipes.

Recent Posts

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  • Cold Steel Broken Skull Review
  • Quick And Easy Venison Brine
  • Benchmade 940 Review : Gentleman’s Tactical
  • Sweet Potato and Black Bean Stoup
  • Camp Cooking Tips #3
  • Benchmade 810 Contego Review
  • Dutch Oven Peaches And Dumplings
  • Camp Cooking Tips #2
  • Dutch Oven Chicken And Dumplings

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