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| − | + | = Tools = | |
| − | + | == Knives == | |
* [http://amzn.to/2xyhRWI Kershaw 1990 Brawler] a $20, acceptably light (3.9oz) folding knife that fits into EDC bag | * [http://amzn.to/2xyhRWI Kershaw 1990 Brawler] a $20, acceptably light (3.9oz) folding knife that fits into EDC bag | ||
* [http://amzn.to/2xwHl7d SOG Seal Pup] Go-to fixed blade never fails me, for $30 | * [http://amzn.to/2xwHl7d SOG Seal Pup] Go-to fixed blade never fails me, for $30 | ||
| − | + | = Electronics = | |
* [http://amzn.to/2wyRnFQ Anker 26800mAh battery] I keep this topped off with solar, then charge ANYTHING off it. | * [http://amzn.to/2wyRnFQ Anker 26800mAh battery] I keep this topped off with solar, then charge ANYTHING off it. | ||
| + | * [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]])'' | ||
| − | == | + | == Radio == |
| − | * [http://amzn.to/ | + | * [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 = |
| − | ==== Mushrooms | + | * [http://amzn.to/2fJ1GzH Mike Oehler's $50 and up Underground House Book] ''([[IAF_Podcast_Episode_9|Ep #9]])'' |
| + | * [http://amzn.to/2ioLX9E The Self-Sufficient Gardener (John Seymore, 1980)] ''([[IAF_Podcast_Episode_11|Ep #11]])'' | ||
| + | * '''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]])'' | ||
| + | * [http://amzn.to/2ww0dQW Seed to Seed] ''([[IAF_Podcast_Episode_8|Ep #8]])'' | ||
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| + | |||
| + | = Crops = | ||
| + | |||
| + | == 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. | ||
| − | + | = Gardening = | |
| − | * [http://amzn.to/2vFD7aD Silicate! $19 for 1lb]. Build plant immune systems, important given decreasing energy we're receiving from sun | + | * [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]])'' |
| − | + | = Indoor Growing = | |
| − | + | == Aquaponics == | |
| − | * [http://iceagefarmer.com/r/15rockwoll Grodan 1.5" cubes] | + | * [http://iceagefarmer.com/r/15rockwoll Grodan 1.5" cubes]; which fit perfectly into the |
| − | * [http://iceagefarmer.com/r/2netpot 2" Net Pots] | + | * [http://iceagefarmer.com/r/2netpot 2" Net Pots] ''([[IAF_Podcast_Episode_11|Ep #11]])'' |
| − | * [http://iceagefarmer.com/r/aquafood AquaOrganic Aquaponics Fish Feed 30 Pounds] | + | * [http://iceagefarmer.com/r/aquafood AquaOrganic Aquaponics Fish Feed 30 Pounds] ''([[IAF_Podcast_Episode_15|Ep #15]])'' |
| + | ** This can also be purchased directly from [http://TheAquaponicSource.com TheAquaponicSource.com], at which [[IAF Members]] receive a 10% discount! | ||
| − | + | == Hydroponics == | |
* [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... | * [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... | ||
| − | + | == Lights == | |
| − | + | === LED === | |
* [http://amzn.to/2vNTnYU Kingbo 45W LED grow lights] only $29. I use these for both my spirulina and microgreens. | * [http://amzn.to/2vNTnYU Kingbo 45W LED grow lights] only $29. I use these for both my spirulina and microgreens. | ||
| − | + | == Grow Boxes == | |
| − | + | === 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: | ||
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** [http://amzn.to/2t9XhYb Reflectix (48"x10')] | ** [http://amzn.to/2t9XhYb Reflectix (48"x10')] | ||
| − | + | = Defense = | |
| − | * [http://amzn.to/2hg91n8 .22 Rifle Cleaning Kit] for your 10/22 takedown | + | * [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.
Contents
Tools
Knives
- Kershaw 1990 Brawler a $20, acceptably light (3.9oz) folding knife that fits into EDC bag
- SOG Seal Pup Go-to fixed blade never fails me, for $30
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
- Mike Oehler's $50 and up Underground House Book (Ep #9)
- The Self-Sufficient Gardener (John Seymore, 1980) (Ep #11)
- Encyclopedia of Country Living: 40th Anniversary Ed. or older paperback for $5 -- This is a really great guide, tips for self-sufficient homestead. (Ep #16)
- Seed to Seed (Ep #8)
Crops
Mushrooms
- Oyster Mushroom Mycelium Plug Spawn - 100 Count. It's taken but 3-5 to inoculate a bag of sterilized straw, but they work well.
Gardening
- Silicate! $19 for 1lb. Build plant immune systems, important given decreasing energy we're receiving from sun (Ep #9)
Indoor Growing
Aquaponics
- Grodan 1.5" cubes; which fit perfectly into the
- 2" Net Pots (Ep #11)
- AquaOrganic Aquaponics Fish Feed 30 Pounds (Ep #15)
- This can also be purchased directly from TheAquaponicSource.com, at which IAF Members receive a 10% discount!
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
- Kingbo 45W LED grow lights only $29. I use these for both my spirulina and microgreens.
Grow Boxes
Reflective Material
- Reflectix -- has an r-value of 24. Is thicker, tougher than mylar; kind of like a shiny bubble wrap:
Defense
- .22 Rifle Cleaning Kit for your 10/22 takedown (Ep 8)
