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Backyard Herb: How To Harvest Dandelions And Use Them Most Americans think of dandelions as weeds when, in fact, they are a superfood growing in your own backyard. Every part of the plant can be used somehow, but the roots and leaves are most commonly harvested as herbs. Dandelion contains various …

20+ Awesome Camping Recipes Whether you prepare your meals beforehand or start from scratch on site, camping and survival food no longer have to be lame. These are killer recipes that are sure to please on your next camping trip. Plus, if you can master camp fire cooking,you will be …

8 Insects You Can Use to Treat Injuries and Diseases Insects have been central to traditional healing practices for centuries in South America, Asia, and Africa. Preliminary medical trials have verified that many of these traditional ingredients contain beneficial properties. While modern, conventional medical care might be the preference in economically developed …

 Keep Wasps Away With a Brown Paper Bag Wasps are unfriendly guests at everyone’s house. I recommend using a brown grocery sack to trick wasps into staying away. There are some species of wasps that tend to avoid a pre-existing wasp’s nest, so by crumpling up a brown paper sack …

Health Warnings your Tongue May Be Telling You Our gateway to all things delightful and delicious, our tongues are truly an important and often overlooked part of our bodies. we did a post a few weeks ago called Health WARNINGS Your Fingernails May Be Showing You and you all loved it so …

5 DIY Garden Projects Using Pallets If you’re seeking a cost-effective way to enhance your garden, pallets present an excellent option. Not only are they easily accessible, but they can also be repurposed into a variety of garden projects. From planters to furniture, here are 5 DIY garden projects using …

Landscaping Tips: Selecting the Ideal Trees for Your Yard Landscaping with trees can significantly enhance the beauty, functionality, and ecological value of your property. However, choosing the right trees requires thoughtful consideration of various factors, including your yard type, regional climate, and the specific characteristics of the trees themselves. This …

9 Home Remedies To Help Soothe & Heal Minor Burns A burn is considered “minor” if only the top layers of skin are damaged. The area will probably be painful and red and, if not treated quickly, will develop painful blisters. These burns are referred to as first-degree burns and, …

How To Make A Flower Pot Grill & Smoker People always look for unique ways to cook their food to provide better flavor or convenience; especially when barbecuing. Magnify your barbecuing experience with a flower pot grill and smoker! What Can the Video Tell You About Making and Using a Flower …

5 Effective Homemade Rat Poisons Rats are frustrating pests that can spread diseases. You don’t want them near your home or property. However, commercial rat poisons are full of toxic chemicals that could also harm your children or beloved pets. Many people prefer to try homemade rat poisons before using …

How To Convert An Electric Water Heater To Run Off Solar Maybe you want to get off the grid, or maybe you just want to save on your power bill. Whatever your initial motivation is, once you know all the advantages, you can rest assured that converting your electric water …

18 Things You Should Never Compost  Composting is garden gold. Every gardener should have a compost bin where they toss their veggie scraps and grass clippings throughout the year. While you can put hundreds of items into your compost bin, you need to pay attention to the things you should …