Calculating Your Off-Grid Solar Needs: A Canadian Prepper’s Guide

Calculating Your Off-Grid Solar Needs: A Canadian Prepper’s Guide

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As a Canadian prepper, you know that self-reliance isn’t just a philosophy—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re preparing for a grid-down scenario, long-term wilderness living, or just want more independence, an off-grid solar power system is one of the smartest investments you can make. But how much solar power do you actually need? Let’s break it…

⚙️ Gas Generator Maintenance for Preppers in Canada

⚙️ Gas Generator Maintenance for Preppers in Canada

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When the power goes out—whether due to a blizzard, ice storm, wildfire, or grid failure—a gasoline generator becomes your lifeline. But a generator is only as good as its maintenance. For preppers, keeping your generator running isn’t just smart—it’s survival. Let’s talk routine maintenance, cold-weather tips, and the spare parts you should have on hand….

How to Heat Your Home Without Electricity: Canadian Winter Edition

How to Heat Your Home Without Electricity: Canadian Winter Edition

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The Canadian winter is no joke. When the power goes out in January or February, the temperature inside your home can become dangerously cold within hours. Heating without electricity is not only possible—it’s critical knowledge for every prepper north of the 49th parallel. One of the most dependable off-grid heating methods is the wood stove….

Producing Biodiesel from Vegetable Matter: A Prepper’s Guide to Fuel Self-Sufficiency

Producing Biodiesel from Vegetable Matter: A Prepper’s Guide to Fuel Self-Sufficiency

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In a world where energy security is becoming increasingly uncertain, preppers and self-sufficient homesteaders understand the importance of having a reliable fuel source. Biodiesel—produced from vegetable matter—can be a game-changer for those looking to stay powered in a grid-down scenario. This guide will walk you through the basics of producing biodiesel from vegetable oils and…

Saturday Special – 100% Solar Powered Indoor Greenhouse For Seed Starting
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Saturday Special – 100% Solar Powered Indoor Greenhouse For Seed Starting

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I don’t usually post on Saturdays, but there’s been so much to talk about lately, and with it being a time sensitive issue, this is about the only place where I can fit this article. With the indoor seed starting deadline for extended season growing being so close, now is the time to get planting….

Producing Biodiesel from Animal Fats for Diesel Engines in a Grid-Down Scenario

Producing Biodiesel from Animal Fats for Diesel Engines in a Grid-Down Scenario

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When the grid goes down, transportation and power generation become critical challenges. If you have a diesel engine—whether in a vehicle, generator, or farm equipment—you can extend its usefulness by producing your own biodiesel. This alternative fuel can be made from animal fats, such as tallow or lard. Here’s how you can produce biodiesel in…