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The Twenty Year Plan For My Ruger 10/22

May 8, 2012 By Mike

Now, the Ruger 10/22 is a fine little rifle and has served me admirably as a plinker and small game gun for longer than I care to admit, but it is time to correct a few mistakes I made in my youth, so now I unveil The Twenty Year Plan for my Ruger 10/22. I’ll […]

The Economics of Heating with Wood

May 7, 2012 By Mike

With the wood heating season coming to an end it is time to talk about the economics of heating with wood. My central heating system is fuel oil (Yes, it kind of stinks). I’ve been keeping good records since I bought my house back in September 2004. When I was heating only with oil I […]

My New Raised Bed Gardens

May 2, 2012 By Mike

With the gardening season rapidly approaching it was time to debut my new raised bed gardens. The old ones had done good service for a few years now, but I had built them from scrap lumber and they had seen better days. I was looking to upgrade them and with an eye towards aesthetics I […]

Spyderco Tri-Angle Sharpmaker- A Gear Review

April 30, 2012 By Mike

If you use knives for work, hobby, or in your garden the value of a sharp knife can’t be under estimated and the Spyderco Tri-Angle Sharpmaker will keep them sharp and therefore is worthy of a gear review. Spyderco Sharpmaker First a bit of a story on the need for a sharp knife. As a […]

Spring Cleaning For Your Wood Burning Stove

April 25, 2012 By Mike

With the the change of season finally taking hold it is time to do a little Spring cleaning for your wood burning stove. I think the Spring cleaning is an essential part of heating with wood. The cleaning is for efficiency and safety. My cleaning process actually starts with the last fire of the year. […]

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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.

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