Archive for September, 2008

Aloe Veterinary Uses

Monday, September 29th, 2008 Posted in Gardening | 2 Comments »

In homeopathic veterinary circle, the Aloe plant has several additional uses.  It can be used in weaning baby animals, keeping flies off wounds, and as a insect repellent.  To use ... Read more..

Aloe Plant

Sunday, September 28th, 2008 Posted in Gardening, Health & Welfare | 2 Comments »

   Keep several Aloe plants in pots.  If possible get plants from different sources to have a variety in the gene pool. They require very little water, and are a ... Read more..

Matches

Friday, September 12th, 2008 Posted in Energy, Getting Started, Trade & Commerce | 1 Comment »

The need for matches can not be understated, and a box of 250 is extremely cheap.  If at all possible get "Strike Anywhere" matches.  Many stores now only sell "Strike on Box" ... Read more..

Propane Grill

Thursday, September 4th, 2008 Posted in Energy | No Comments »

Propane (or other gases) in the typically outdoor grill will not last for long when being used to cook several times a week.  However storing extra propane (if the local ... Read more..

Unleaded Fuel Stoves

Wednesday, September 3rd, 2008 Posted in Energy | No Comments »

There are a variety of specially designed small white gas stoves on the market with one or two burners that will also run on unleaded (car) fuel.  They generally cost ... Read more..

Outdoor Cooking Alternatives

Monday, September 1st, 2008 Posted in Energy, Getting Started | No Comments »

Consider alternative ways to cook outside the home: Other methods might include a white gas stove, fire (wood) pit, charcoal grill, solar stoves or a variety of other methods. When considering ... Read more..