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Supervolcano:Eruption, A Book Review

February 7, 2012 By Mike

Supervolcano:Eruption Book Review With my predilection for apocalyptic fiction Supervolcano: Eruption by Harry Turtledove helped me to scratch an itch. I’ve read a few of Mr. Turtledove’s works as his usual genre is alternate history (he wrote a very good series on the what-if of The South winning the Civil War), with Supervolcano:Eruption he hits […]

Surefire E2D-BK-, A Friday Gear Review

February 3, 2012 By Mike

Alright I’ll admit it I may have a problem  when it comes to gadgets that fit into my pocket. The Surefire E2D-BK has been riding in my pocket this week in an effort to give it a fair shake for it’s review. The light is a quality piece of gear and I really have nothing […]

Leatherman Charge TTi in action.

January 24, 2012 By Mike

I’ve been carrying my Leatherman Charge TTi since I did a review on it a few months ago. I bought the accessories for it, the Leatherman 40-Bit Assortment and the Bit Driver Extension.  I’ve been using the tools every chance I get, but today they really paid off for my co-workers and I. I work […]

Kidco Hearth Gate Review

January 14, 2012 By Mike

Kidco Hearth Gate

Kidco Hearth Gate If you are a wood stove owner and a parent of young children you know that heart stopping moment watching your baby lunge towards your red hot stove! If you are like me you want to balance safety, the benefits of wood heat, and not having your kids live with you forever […]

A World Made by Hand: A Novel Book Review

January 9, 2012 By Mike

A World Made By Hand: A Novel I decided to review my first fiction book this week, World Made by Hand: A Novel by James Kunstler. Most of my fiction reading tends to be science fiction, fantasy, or Zombie based. Not all of it is dark but I do tend to be from the “Debbie […]

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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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