In A Sand Casting Manual for the Small Foundry, Vol. 1 you will learn how to cast metal in sand molds using simple techniques and readily available materials. Steve Chastain, a Mechanical and Materials Engineer, shows the beginner how to make a sand mold and then how to hone your skill to produce high quality […]
Year: 2016
The Tactical Shotgun
The Tactical Shotgun Suarez gives you his second book on tactical weapons. Gabe Suarez sets the record straight on the true role of the shotgun in combat. He shows you what you need to know to defend your home, family or business, including multiple hostiles, low-light situations, moving targets and more. For those that don’t […]
Introduction to Emergency Kits (like BOBs, INCH, GHB, IFAK, EDC, and GOOD bags)
From my experience working in disaster response, I know the work and thought that goes into running a shelter during a disaster. Emergency management workers try very hard to make shelters safe and comfortable. However, the lack of privacy, resources, and independence makes me pretty hesitant to choose to go to a shelter as long […]
How To Keep Up With the Amount of Water You Drink Per Day?
Genny has a good tip on how to keep up with how much water you should drink in a day. Water is a vital part of a healthy diet. It helps you to feel full, it lubricates your joints, helps your body eliminate waste, lets you sweat to keep cool, and is generally essential […]
Einstein’s Secret to Amazing Problem Solving (and 10 Specific Ways You Can Use It)
I was researching an Einstein quote (the one from the image to the left), and found a really cool website called Litemind. This site “Explores ways to use our minds efficiently”. After spending an hour or two reading the articles, I realized that it has some relevance to the self reliant. The article on Einstein’s […]