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Blacksmithing is one of the traditional “lost arts” deserving re-discovery by anyone interested in do-it-yourself building and crafting. Charles McRaven discovered blacksmithing when he moved “back to the land” in the 1970s and shares his knowledge in The Blacksmith’s Craft. Creating one’s own tools and instruments from metal enhances woodworking, stonework, building, and restoration work. In his readable and humorous style, McRaven tells readers all they need to kno (more…)

INTRODUCTIONMaintenance of railway equipment is performed to keep equipment in a safe and serviceable condition. The effectiveness of that maintenance directly affects the efficiency of railway operations, particularly in atheater of operations. Military railway men and all transportation officers should know how, when, and why to inspect and maintain railway equipment.This subcourse introduces you to the Army’s dieselelectric locomotives and rolling stock, regulations that gove (more…)

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Forget reality TV stunts like eating bugs, the Ultimate Guide to Wilderness Living provides in-depth instructions and step-by-step photos of real survival skills–exactly what one needs to stay alive in the woods. The book first covers immediate needs like starting a fire, erecting temporary shelter, and finding food. Then it goes beyond other survival books by explaining advanced techniques for long-term living in the wild — using only those things found in nature. The authors (more…)

A couple working six months per year for 50 hours per week on 20 acres can net $25,000-$30,000 per year with an investment equivalent to the price of one new medium-sized tractor. Seldom has agriculture held out such a plum. In a day when main-line farm experts predict the continued demise of the family farm, the pastured poultry opportunity shines like a beacon in the night, guiding the way to a brighter future. “All of us interested in seeing an American rural revival sh (more…)

The companion to the bestseller Back to Basics for country, urban, and suburban folks. Who doesn’t want to shrink their carbon footprint, save money, and eat homegrown food whenever possible? Even readers who are very much on the grid will embrace this large, fully-illustrated guide on the basics of living the good, clean life. It’s written with country lovers in mind—even those who currently live in the city. Whether you live in the city, the suburbs, or even the wilder (more…)

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“John Seymour, self-sufficiency guru, offers a wealth of ideas to get you started.” — Sentinel”This book … will appeal to those seeking simpler and environmentally responsible ways of living …” –Library Journal

The Self Sufficient Life and How to Live It is the only book that teaches all the skills needed to live independently in harmony with the land harnessing natural forms of energy, raising crops and keeping livestock, preserving foo (more…)

With rising energy costs, homeowners are beginning to examine the energy efficiency of their own homes, asking questions about where energy comes from and how much it costs, how to choose new appliances and what options exist for renewable energy. The Home Energy Diet answers all these questions and more while helping readers take control of their personal energy use and costs so they can save money, live more comfortably and help the environment. Energy auditor Paul Scheckel f (more…)

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The infamous, Waterpower, by Shaun Costello, features Jamie Gillis playing a notorious villain. Truly gripping cinematography with bold acting performances set in a gritty atmosphere of urban decay aids Jamie Gillis, in playing the perfect bandit frighteningly real.

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