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Fire Island 4 Months Post SuperStorm Sandy

March 8, 2013 By Mike

Here we are 4 months Post-SuperStorm Sandy and Fire Island, NY still looks like a war zone. Here are a few pictures I took while working over there today.   That is the Atlantic out there in the distance and there used to be dunes! It is weird to be able to see the Bay […]

Streamlight Stylus Pro: A Gear Review

March 7, 2013 By Mike

  It has been a while since I did a Gear Review and the Streamlight Stylus Pro Flashlight is just the piece of gear to snap a dry spell with. I got the Stylus Pro around Christmas time and it has been in my pocket most days since then. Likes: The amount of light this […]

Introducing my Cold Steel Trail Hawk Project

March 6, 2013 By Mike

  This is a quick introduction to my new Cold Steel Trail Hawk Project. The Trail Hawk gives you a lot of value for only $28, but the fit and finish leaves a bit to be desired. For your money you are getting a quality 5150 carbon steel head and an American hickory handle, that […]

Shot and a Beer Beans

March 5, 2013 By Mike

Dutch Oven Cooking: Shot and a Beer Beans

Shot and a Beer Beans are my variation of the traditional beanhole beans that originated in New England. Traditionally these beans are made in large kettles that are slow cooked in stone lined pits. I make mine in my portable fire pit but I keep it real by using my heavy duty Dutch Oven and […]

Smoked Brisket

March 4, 2013 By Mike

  Smoked Brisket is the practically the national dish of Texas, and it was time for me to step up to the plate and take a swing at it. I love smoking pork butts and I’ve developed a pretty good rub (if I do say so myself). The deep marbling that you find in a […]

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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
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  • Benchmade 940 Review : Gentleman’s Tactical
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  • Benchmade 810 Contego Review
  • Dutch Oven Peaches And Dumplings
  • Camp Cooking Tips #2
  • Dutch Oven Chicken And Dumplings

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