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The Home Defense Shotgun

February 19, 2014 By Mike

Home Defense Shotgun

  The home defense shotgun is like a fire extinguisher, hopefully you never need it, but it is nice to have around, just in case. The basic home defense shotgun may not have the glitz and glamor of a semi-auto carbine, but even into the 21st Century it remains a potent tool. The modern home […]

Corn Meal for Food Storage

February 17, 2014 By Mike

Cornmeal, food storage

  Corn meal is a versatile ingredient that stores well, and can be an interesting part of your food storage program. Corn has been part of the human diet  for a long time, research indicates that as early as 2500 BC it was being cultivated and spread through out The Americas. It was brought back […]

Winter Driving Preparedness

February 13, 2014 By Mike

Preparedness, Get Home Bag, 72 Hour Kit, Driving Tips

  With yet another Winter Storm socking in the East Coast it seems like a good time to review some Winter Driving Preparedness. Like all preparedness the time to get ready is before the event actually takes place. Having your vehicle in good working order before the storm hits is paramount. A vehicle that is […]

Nitro-Pak Executive Backpack 72 Hour Kit: A Gear Review

January 29, 2014 By Mike

Preparedness, 72 hour kit, bug out bag, get home bag, go bag

  Nitro-Pak makes a bold claim with their Executive Backpack 72 Hour Kit, they call it “The finest 72 Hour Emergency kit available for 2 people for 3 days!”.  Now that I’ve had one in my possession for a couple of months I’m ready to write my assessment of said claim. My initial impressions are […]

Bread Machine for Preparedness

January 27, 2014 By Mike

Bread Machine For Preparedness

The humble bread machinecan be a treasure trove of usefulness to the savvy preparedness minded person. It might be easy to dismiss an appliance, that is more at home at a bridal shower, than a gun show as less than a hardcore  preparedness item, but it is one nonetheless. The bread machine brings a lot […]

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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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