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What Should I Grow for Homesteading?
There are so many options for an aspiring gardener and/or homesteader.
Energy for your Greenhouse & Homestead
Let’s talk about greenhouses. In terms of access to year-round, happy vegetables
Achieving Food Self Sufficiency
So, how much food are we talking about here? Are you looking to entirely replace your grocery trips with walks into the backyard?
Is Homesteading the right approach for me?
It’s a romantic idea in a lot of ways. Freeing yourself from the daily grind, connecting back to the land and the routines of our ancestors.
Philosophy of the Homestead
It may be helpful to think of homesteading as a “philosophy” rather than any particular farm
What is Homesteading?
There are many reasons to enjoy modern life and all its trappings: a fully stocked supermarket only a short drive away
The Evolution of Drone Use in Wildfire Management
Aerial intelligence in wildfire management is a familiar concept.
The Future of Wildfire Management: Embracing Advanced Technology and Tactics
Raging wildfires are one of the most devastating natural disasters and they are escalating in frequency
Helicopter Dip Ponds in Action
This term describes work performed by helicopters in wildland firefighting
Helicopter Dip Ponds: Balancing Operational Needs and Ecosystem Protection
Helicopter dip ponds are vital to wildland firefighting, providing an easily accessible water source
Helicopter Dip Pond Maintenance: Ensuring Peak Performance and Safety
In aerial firefighting, helicopter dip ponds provide a reliable and efficient water supply.
Enhancing Aerial Firefighting with Constructed Dip Ponds
Helicopter dip ponds are crucial in firefighting, providing a dedicated and strategically positioned water source
Designing Helicopter Dip Ponds for Aerial Firefighting Operations
Helicopter dip ponds play a crucial role in aerial firefighting operations, providing a readily accessible and sustainable water source
Helicopter Dip Ponds: A Game-Changer in Wildland Firefighting Tactics
With the increasing prevalence of wildfires, the demand for swift, practical firefighting tools
The Evolution of Aerial Firefighting: From Helicopters to Waterbombers
Aerial firefighting has come a long way since its inception.
Above and Beyond: The Power of Aerial Firefighting in Battling Wildfires
Wildfires have long been destructive, threatening lives, homes, and ecosystems.
Interlift Liners or Single Liner Systems: Choosing the Right Design
For hundreds of years, heap leach pads were simple constructions of graded and berm soil with ore piled directly on top of the ground.
Risks of Leaks and Seepage from Improper Heap Leach Pad Design
When compared to other widely used mining and processing methods, heap leaching is one of the least environmentally impactful.
Complete Drainage Systems for Maximum Heap Leach Recovery
A heap leach pad may seem simple to construction and similar in design to any other containment basin.
Threats to the Lifespan of Leach Pad Liners
While selecting the right liner is key to longevity and good performance under a leaching heap
Starting at the Bottom: Selecting a Liner for Heap Leach Pads
Since heap leaching can help pull more valuable ore from tailings and other waste products left behind.
How Heap Leach Pads Compare to Other Mining and Processing Methods
Heap leaching is just one of many techniques leveraged today to make mining operations for precious metals as effective as possible.
The Basics of Heap Leach Pad Operation
Heap leaching is a unique technique, but it’s based on some fairly basic concepts.
Top FAQs for Greenhouse Preppers
Can I heat my greenhouse with compost? Composting can absolutely be used