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Defending Abandoned Homes During Emergencies, A Guest Post

August 5, 2013 By Mike

Defending Abandoned Homes During Emergencies By Naomi Broderick Image source: http://www.flickr.com/photos/pellesten/6111177757/ Whenever disaster strikes, it pays to be prepared. Many preppers invest in making their home a sustainable environment in case the worst happens. Keeping a variety of sustainable food and water sources, alternative power supplies, and home security equipment are all great ideas for […]

Hurricane Sandy, Five Days Without Power, Three Weeks Later, and the Gear That Made My Life Easier

July 16, 2013 By Mike

Here is another take on getting through Hurricane Sandy from Suburban Survival Blog. I find it most telling that both of us went through similar challenges and came up with some fairly similar solutions.   Check out the full article here: http://suburbansurvivalblog.com/hurricane-sandy-five-days-without-power-and-the-gear-that-made-my-life-easier-suburban-survival-blog If you like what you read here on The Backyard Pioneer please consider […]

6 Story Mansion Built Mostly Underground

July 11, 2013 By Mike

Tell me this guy isn’t into Preparedness!!! A mansion built with 5 stories under ground is pretty cool in it’s own right but throw in back-up generators, a state of the art security system, and  it some how turns the pool water into oxygen! I’m in love! http://homes.yahoo.com/blogs/spaces/mansion-five-stories-mostly-underground-231816570.html What is a millionaire to do when […]

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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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