Health

Natural Medicinals & Remedies

***** Note ***** I am not a medical doctor. I am not a lawyer. I am an experienced outdoorsman and investigator. Any information provided within this article is intended to “tickle your little grey cells” […]

Contamination Air, Water, Soil, Food

Water Contamination

Water Contamination Sources, Risks, Purification, Safety According to the US Department of Environmental Protection: “there is not a body of water in the USA which is not contaminated” Water contamination comes in basically two flavors; […]

Contamination Air, Water, Soil, Food

BPA – Bisphenol A

BPA is a primary component of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. The most common applications are water bottles, infant bottles, impact resistant safety glasses and more. The epoxy resins are used metal surfaces that come […]

Health

Hand Washing

The World Health Organization (WHO) refers to hygiene as health in their training and projects around the world. Hygiene is a state of caring for the human body: Washing hands Washing finger nails Washing feet […]

Natural Health

Natural Astringents

There are many natural astringents found in nature. In other cases, you must expend some time making natural astringent extracts, tinctures, and salves from parts of plants, trees, etc.  Sometimes the astringent properties are directly […]

Health

Sanitation

The world health organization (WHO) defines sanitation as: Sanitation is disposal of human waste Urine Feces The implementation of good sanitation practices is the only way to assure long-term control of contamination and dangerous diseases. […]

Health

Hygiene – General

The World Health Organization (WHO) refers to hygiene as health in their training and projects around the world. Hygiene is a state of caring for the human body: Washing hands Washing finger nails Washing feet […]

Recycling Codes

Recycling Code #7

  Most Common Uses: Number 7 (Miscellaneous) can be a multitude of plastic polymers and resins mixed together. It is commonly used in three- and five-gallon water bottles, ‘bullet-proof’ materials, sunglasses, DVDs, iPod and computer […]

Recycling Codes

Recycling Code #6

  Most Common Uses: PS is commonly used in disposable plates and cups, meat trays, egg cartons, carry-out containers, aspirin bottles, compact disc cases toys, flower pots, video cassettes, ashtrays, trunks, beverage/food coolers, beer cups, […]

Recycling Codes

Recycling Code #5

 Most Common Uses: PP is commonly used in Some yogurt containers, syrup bottles, ketchup bottles, caps, straws, medicine bottles Health Risks: The risks are low. there is little research on the effects of PP. It […]

Recycling Codes

Recycling Code #3

  Most Common Uses: PVC is commonly used in Window cleaner and detergent bottles, shampoo bottles, cooking oil bottles, clear food packaging, wire jacketing, medical equipment, siding, windows, piping, plumbing and building materials, and in […]

Core Skills

Field First Aid

Learning How to Treat Injuries in the Field is a Crucial Skill Your physical health is the most important component of your survival. Under normal conditions, you would go to the doctor. But when you […]