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Beer Bread is Quick, Easy, and Delicious.

March 4, 2012 By Mike

Beer Bread

  Beer Bread I saw that Tastefully Simple has  $6 Beer Bread! I was appalled to say the least. I haven’t made it in quite a while but I broke out my old recipe and flour sifter and had at it. I figure I’m into this bread for about 50 cents in dry ingredients. (This […]

Local Resources for Homesteading/Self Reliance

March 3, 2012 By Mike

Local Resources for Homesteading/Self Reliance I’m always excited to find local resources to help me with my hobbies and projects. This year I was happy to find that both my library and County Extension Office are offering classes that are interesting and I think extremely useful. Local Library My local library has been offering classes […]

5 Questions with Patrick Burns of Arcadia Knives

March 3, 2012 By Mike

Interview With Patrick Burns of Arcadia Knives I like when you come across someone doing very cool things for themselves. Patrick Burns from Arcadia Knives is one of those individuals. Pat and I started e-mailing after he entered one of my Giveaways. I read all of the e-mails sent to me and I  noticed Pat […]

Good Boots For The Long Haul

February 25, 2012 By Mike

A good pair of boots will pay you back many times over the course of their life. In my 16 years as a Lineman I’ve worn a broad selection of brands, and run the gamut on prices. I’ve put the soles to the ground everyday and feel qualified to share my observations. I like my […]

Spyderco Endura 4 FFG: A Review

February 25, 2012 By Mike

Spyderco Endura 4 Flat Ground

Spyderco Endura 4 FFG One of the first gear reviews I did was of the Spyderco Endura 4, recently I added it’s brother the Spyderco Endura 4 Flat Ground (FG) to my collection (harem is more like it, 1 wife is all I need or want, but pocket knives are something else all together). The […]

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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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