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Creating this as a quick log.
 
Creating this as a quick log.
  
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== Crops ==
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= Tools =
  
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==== Mushrooms ====
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== Knives ==
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* [http://amzn.to/2xyhRWI Kershaw 1990 Brawler] a $20, acceptably light (3.9oz) folding knife that fits into EDC bag
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* [http://amzn.to/2xwHl7d SOG Seal Pup] Go-to fixed blade never fails me, for $30
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= Electronics =
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* [http://amzn.to/2wyRnFQ Anker 26800mAh battery] I keep this topped off with solar, then charge ANYTHING off it.
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* [http://amzn.to/2wvbnFP Thermocube] plug thing that turns on at 35', turns off at 45' (only powers heater when needed): Or, on at 78/off at 70, fan. $13 ''([[IAF_Podcast_Episode_8|Ep #8]])''
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== Radio ==
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* [http://amzn.to/2xi64bN Baofeng BF-F8HP] Being able to communicate without grid power/internet is important, and worth $60. I have and recommend a handheld Baofeng; they are programmable so that you can set the frequencies of local repeaters, and have these handy in an emergency/grid-down situation. ''([[IAF_Podcast_Episode_16 |Ep #16]])''
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= Books =
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* [http://amzn.to/2fJ1GzH Mike Oehler's $50 and up Underground House Book] ''([[IAF_Podcast_Episode_9|Ep #9]])''
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* [http://amzn.to/2ioLX9E The Self-Sufficient Gardener (John Seymore, 1980)] ''([[IAF_Podcast_Episode_11|Ep #11]])''
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* '''Encyclopedia of Country Living''': [http://amzn.to/2fSTWeG 40th Anniversary Ed.] or [http://amzn.to/2fRhu3F older paperback for $5] -- This is a really great guide, tips for self-sufficient homestead. ''([[IAF_Podcast_Episode_16 |Ep #16]])''
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* [http://amzn.to/2ww0dQW Seed to Seed] ''([[IAF_Podcast_Episode_8|Ep #8]])''
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= Crops =
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== Mushrooms ==
  
 
* [http://amzn.to/2qt0hyu Oyster Mushroom Mycelium Plug Spawn - 100 Count].  It's taken but 3-5 to inoculate a bag of sterilized straw, but they work well.
 
* [http://amzn.to/2qt0hyu Oyster Mushroom Mycelium Plug Spawn - 100 Count].  It's taken but 3-5 to inoculate a bag of sterilized straw, but they work well.
  
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== Indoor Growing ==
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= Gardening =
  
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=== Grow Boxes ===
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* [http://amzn.to/2vFD7aD Silicate! $19 for 1lb]. Build plant immune systems, important given decreasing energy we're receiving from sun ''([[IAF_Podcast_Episode_9|Ep #9]])''
  
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==== Reflective Material ====
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= Indoor Growing =
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== Aquaponics ==
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* [http://iceagefarmer.com/r/15rockwoll Grodan 1.5" cubes]; which fit perfectly into the
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* [http://iceagefarmer.com/r/2netpot 2" Net Pots] ''([[IAF_Podcast_Episode_11|Ep #11]])''
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* [http://iceagefarmer.com/r/aquafood AquaOrganic Aquaponics Fish Feed 30 Pounds] ''([[IAF_Podcast_Episode_15|Ep #15]])''
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** This can also be purchased directly from [http://TheAquaponicSource.com TheAquaponicSource.com], at which [[IAF Members]] receive a 10% discount!
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== Hydroponics ==
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* [http://amzn.to/2yue1N1 Dyna-Gro - Foliage - Pro 9-3-6] -- has everything + trace minerals plants need; minimal maintenance required, I get fantastic results.  You can find hyper-customized, plant-specific nutrient blends, but this is economical from my standpoint.  At least while we can just buy the stuff...
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== Lights ==
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=== LED ===
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* [http://amzn.to/2vNTnYU Kingbo 45W LED grow lights] only $29.  I use these for both my spirulina and microgreens.
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== Grow Boxes ==
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=== Reflective Material ===
 
* Reflectix -- has an r-value of 24.  Is thicker, tougher than mylar; kind of like a shiny bubble wrap:
 
* Reflectix -- has an r-value of 24.  Is thicker, tougher than mylar; kind of like a shiny bubble wrap:
  
 
** [http://amzn.to/2tA0qzN Reflectix (24"x25')]
 
** [http://amzn.to/2tA0qzN Reflectix (24"x25')]
 
** [http://amzn.to/2t9XhYb Reflectix (48"x10')]
 
** [http://amzn.to/2t9XhYb Reflectix (48"x10')]
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= Defense =
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* [http://amzn.to/2hg91n8 .22 Rifle Cleaning Kit] for your 10/22 takedown ''([[IAF_Podcast_Episode_8|Ep 8]])''

Latest revision as of 08:32, 7 October 2017

Creating this as a quick log.

Tools

Knives

Electronics

  • Anker 26800mAh battery I keep this topped off with solar, then charge ANYTHING off it.
  • Thermocube plug thing that turns on at 35', turns off at 45' (only powers heater when needed): Or, on at 78/off at 70, fan. $13 (Ep #8)

Radio

  • Baofeng BF-F8HP Being able to communicate without grid power/internet is important, and worth $60. I have and recommend a handheld Baofeng; they are programmable so that you can set the frequencies of local repeaters, and have these handy in an emergency/grid-down situation. (Ep #16)

Books


Crops

Mushrooms

Gardening

Indoor Growing

Aquaponics

Hydroponics

  • Dyna-Gro - Foliage - Pro 9-3-6 -- has everything + trace minerals plants need; minimal maintenance required, I get fantastic results. You can find hyper-customized, plant-specific nutrient blends, but this is economical from my standpoint. At least while we can just buy the stuff...

Lights

LED

Grow Boxes

Reflective Material

  • Reflectix -- has an r-value of 24. Is thicker, tougher than mylar; kind of like a shiny bubble wrap:

Defense

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