The OODA loop is a training concept used to explain the decision making process and to help develop the ability to process information and make GOOD decisions under stress. It was developed by a young air force fighter pilot in Korea named John Boyd, and is credited with playing a large part of the success […]
Year: 2013
How to Make a Bottle Cap Candle
As a byproduct of keeping bees, I have a lot of wax, which lead me into candle making. Simple beeswax candles are very easy to make, last a long time, don’t smoke or leave soot, and make a very clear light. However, they can be large and take up too much space to put […]
Beeswax for Dirty Hands
When I garden or work with my hands I tend to end up with dry hands – I have all sorts of beeswax based salves, but preventing is better than treating, at least in my opinion. So I wanted to show you how to use beeswax for dirty hands to keep them clean. I have […]
PRN Episode #19 Interview Lamar Alexander
For today’s show David interviews Lamar Alexander (of prepper fame, not the former Tennessee Governor.) of Simple Solar Homesteading and author of many books on tiny house living as it relates to being more self-sufficent. When life threw Lamar some lemons, he made more than lemonade, he refined the recipe and then decided to share […]
How to Bore Sight a Rifle the Old Fashioned Way
I like gadgets and things that make life easier, BUT – I think it is vital that we don’t loose the ability to perform essential tasks without the aid of specialized equipment. Today we will describe the “old school” method of rifle boresighting that allows you to sight in your rifle without the aid […]