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Building a Hunting Pond: Finishing Touches
Your goal is to have a dependable supply of water that can be maintained year-round so that resident deer have no need to move on
Building a Hunting Pond: Preparations
The location and particular characteristics of your hunting pond will dictate how well it is used by deer, particularly those elusive mature bucks.
What Makes an Ideal Deer Pond?
Deer, even mature bucks, don’t show any real preference between natural or constructed ponds.
Building a Hunting Pond - What Deer Need
Traditionally, land enhancement practices to attract deer have focused on food sources and food plots
Building a Hunting Pond: Just Add Water
Are you an outdoorsman, a nature enthusiast, or a homesteader intent on supplying your own food?
Habitat Improvements to Attract Mature Bucks
Mature bucks are a different animal than your average doe or even young buck.
How Do I Design a Greenhouse on my Homestead?
Greenhouses create a safe, warm place for your plants by utilizing solar radiation.
Planning for the Long-Term Homestead
A major facet of homesteading is preparation. Emergencies happen, crops fail, animals pass away, and costs pop up.
Supporting the Cycle of Life with Homesteading
Anyone familiar with Disney’s rendition of Hamlet knows about the circular nature of life and decay.
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.