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23
May2023
Eberlestock Bandit Backpack

Eberlestock Bandit Backpack

I needed a small pack to use as a carry-on that was TSA-friendly for my flight from NC to California.

15
May2023
Off-grid tiny cabin build south porch update #33

Off-grid tiny cabin build south porch update #33

It's hard work digging holes for porch columns and laying the porch frame lumber. But my oh my, it's worth eve...

11
May2023
Off-grid tiny cabin build update #32

Off-grid tiny cabin build update #32

We are nearing the end of the main build for our tiny off-grid cabin.

05
May2023
We're nearing the end of the cabin build | Cabin update #31

We're nearing the end of the cabin build | Cabin update...

The cabin build is nearing the end. The western roof will be replaced this coming weekend.

06
Apr2023
I forgot this tool and it changed my plans - Cabin update #30

I forgot this tool and it changed my plans - Cabin upda...

Check, check, and check again for the proper tools for the task at hand.

05
Apr2023
Replacing our cabin roof - Cabin update #29

Replacing our cabin roof - Cabin update #29

We are finally to the point of taking down the plywood roofing and replacing it with our pine lumber.

30
Mar2023
Off-grid Cabin Build Update #28

Off-grid Cabin Build Update #28

Do you like the sound of rain on a tin roof? You've come to the right place!

30
Mar2023
Porch lumber, frame, over 200 trees to plant! Update #26

Porch lumber, frame, over 200 trees to plant! Update #2...

We are cruising along with our cabin build.

30
Mar2023
Porch beams, deck, and a humanitarian MRE | Cabin build update #27

Porch beams, deck, and a humanitarian MRE | Cabin build...

This week we focused and getting the deck boards down for the front porch section and erected the front porch...

29
Mar2023
Cabin and Guns, propane torch, and Smith & Wesson MP&P Sport 2 - Update #25

Cabin and Guns, propane torch, and Smith & Wesson M...

We purchased a propane-fueled torch at our local Harbor Freight so we could burn our porch deck boards in the...

17
Mar2023
Firebox and Chimney FINISHED!

Firebox and Chimney FINISHED!

We worked as hard and fast as we possibly could trying to reach our goal of having the firebox and chimney com...

15
Mar2023
Chimney and braided rug - cabin update #24

Chimney and braided rug - cabin update #24

The chimney progress is leading us into our next phase of the cabin build. Gabriel purchased a braided rug fro...

24
Feb2023
Oak fireplace mantel build start to finish - cabin update #23

Oak fireplace mantel build start to finish - cabin upda...

Solid white oak sourced from the farm gets cut and transformed into a beautiful, rough-cut, rustic mantel usin...

31
Jan2023
Generation One Gore-Tex is Best

Generation One Gore-Tex is Best

Here is a brief overview of the Gen I and Gen II ECWCS Parkas, and why I prefer the GEN I over the others for...

30
Jan2023
Did we set our goal too high? Log cabin build update #22

Did we set our goal too high? Log cabin build update #2...

We spent the night in the cabin and had a great breakfast. We started work on the firebox because our goal is...

26
Jan2023
USMC FROG Grid Fleece - The Waffle Top

USMC FROG Grid Fleece - The Waffle Top

Marine Corps FROG Grid Fleece top is a military issue mid-layer thermal that will keep you warm in cold winter...

25
Jan2023
Amateur carpentry off-grid cabin build update #21

Amateur carpentry off-grid cabin build update #21

We finally have all of our windows shuttered and the interior hearth built.

25
Jan2023
Cabin Heating! Special light! Laying firebrick! Cabin Update #20

Cabin Heating! Special light! Laying firebrick! Cabin U...

We're laying firebrick and building the chimney up!

25
Jan2023
Cabin loft lumber and firebox - Update #19

Cabin loft lumber and firebox - Update #19

Here is a quick update on the lumber in the loft. We've cut the lumber to size and secured the planks to the l...

25
Jan2023
Secret weapon for baking in Stanley Adventure All-in-One Cookset

Secret weapon for baking in Stanley Adventure All-in-On...

Here is a look at my camp cook kit, it's a Stanley Adventure All-in-One Cookset that I have personalized over...

24
Jan2023
Digging an outhouse hole while raining

Digging an outhouse hole while raining

If there is a hard way to do things I am certain to find that way. You know, digging an outhouse hole while it...

18
Jan2023
What is a cast iron fireback? Watch me restore and use!

What is a cast iron fireback? Watch me restore and use!

The cabin build is coming along at a nice pace. The fireplace is a wonderful addition. We began looking for fi...

04
Jan2023
Cabin Update #18 - Shutters and fireplace construction

Cabin Update #18 - Shutters and fireplace construction

Shutters have been a bane to us for quite some time now. Take a look at our progress with the shutters, the po...

03
Jan2023
Cooking venison backstrap in cast iron skillet

Cooking venison backstrap in cast iron skillet

Cooking over a campfire in cast iron is easy! Join us as we cook venison (deer meat) backstrap in a cast iron...

17
Nov2022
Baking Banana Nut Bread in the Fireplace

Baking Banana Nut Bread in the Fireplace

Join us as we bake banana nut bread and sweet potatoes smothered in brown sugar and cinnamon on the open heart...

04
Nov2022
S&W M&P 15 SPORT II WITH MAGPUL M-LOK HANDGUARD

S&W M&P 15 SPORT II WITH MAGPUL M-LOK HANDGUARD

ON SALE NOW! M&P15 Rifles are the ideal modern sporting rifle. Built to perform multiple uses under various co...

04
Nov2022
Cabin Update #17 - Porch building & fire bricks

Cabin Update #17 - Porch building & fire bricks

We took a trip down to the coast to pick up a load of firebricks for our fireplace. We also started work on ou...