Everyday Urban Citizen also known as Prepper
Week four of the oil pan container garden trial. The lettuce is showing considerable growth although I was expecting more growth from both the radish and lettuce. We’ve had a large amount of rain with intermittent sunshine that I’m attributing the slower growth too.
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Review by Grey Viking.
Up for review today is the popular Ruger LCR (Light-Compact-Revolver). The LCR has a polymer grip frame mated with an aluminum or stainless steel frame, depending on the caliber. It is offered as the standard LCR with an enclosed hammer or the newer LCRx, with an exposed hammer. Ruger has expanded caliber options to now include .22LR, .22 Magnum, 9mm, .38 Special +P, . 327 Federal Magnum and the .357 Magnum. Cylinder capacity ranges from 5 to 8 rounds. Barrel lengths are offered in 1.87 inches with fixed sights and 3 inches with fully adjustable rear sights. The lightest version of the LCR is the .38 Special model weighing in at a light 13.5 ounces. Standard grips on the LCR are the outstanding Hogue Tamer Monogrip with a smaller “Boot Grip” also available.
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As you may be aware, we live in an urban environment. Firewood is at a premium and available conveniently at our grocery store and big box hardware store, but at a premium price. Big bucks for just a few 16″ pieces of lord knows what. mostly pine, but for the urban back yard burner, it’s premium fire wood.
Continue reading “Pallet Wood – Forget about making a crappy coffee table, burn it!”
This is half of our early alert team. Dedicated companions, great listeners, and always on alert. Him and his brother have kept our family guarded 24-7 unless we interrupt their natural instinct to stay on watch, for moments of petting, playing and emotional support. Then once we’re done with their affection, they go right back to work keeping watch.
Continue reading “What About Me? – Consider your pets when stocking your supplies.”
Guest post by Grey Viking
Do not discount the importance of a portable and comprehensive First Aid Kit. I keep one in my Truck, stored in my Emergency Kit. It is small and compact, yet it has what I may need for minor medical emergencies. I keep the kit stored in a highly visible, red zippered pencil case. I have a attached a carabiner clip, so I can attach it to my belt, if needed.
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Day 23, the trial dollar store container garden is doing well. We’ve had varied weather with the last week being extremely windy with temps around upper 50’s to mid 70’s.
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Cable TV has become another utility payment for the majority. Programming is definitely broad with many options available for all tastes. But during an event that cable may not be available for many reasons, lines down, cable supplier power outages, or the switch was turned off for unknown reasons. Don’t be caught without an alternative method for keeping up with lifesaving news or time killing entertainment.
Continue reading “The Humble Television Antenna.”Guest post by Grey Viking
Up for a quick review today is the Chesty Puller Holster System made by Simply Rugged Holsters. The System is a leather harness that allows you to carry the Simply Rugged Pancake Holster in the chest position, commonly referred to as a “Tanker Holster.” The system was designed by the Maker, while living in Alaska, where he needed a powerful handgun while fishing and hunting. The system positions the holster high on the center of your torso, keeping it above water and brush, yet still allowing quick access.
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After tending to the trial containers and tomato plants, I noticed the zinnia patch starting to look weathered and worn.
Continue reading “Seed Collecting – don’t limit yourself to just food plants”Guest Post by Grey Viking.
Today we are reviewing one of the most unique rifles available, the Henry AR-7 Survival Rifle. Originally designed as a U.S. Air Force Pilot Survival Rifle, the compact AR-7 is a semi-automatic Rifle, chambered in .22 LR, fed from an eight round detachable magazine. What makes this rifle so unique is it’s ability to break down into three basic components with the receiver and barrel stored within the ABS plastic stock. Taking the stored components to a fully functional rifle is quick and easy:
-Remove stock butt pad
-Remove receiver and barrel
-Screw receiver into stock
-Screw barrel into receiver
The stock compartment also accepts two additional eight round magazines.