Monthly Archives: August 2014

Water tablets

On the subject of water purification, lets look at water purification tablets. You have 3 days accordingly to the rule of 3’s. (previous post) So, you have 3 days to find a clean water source. For me, boiling is the … Continue reading

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Hot water

Boiling water is the most effective way to purify water due to biological contaminants. Getting sick at home from contaminated water, near medical help, may just be a nuisance. Out in the wild is another consideration. Dehydration is a huge … Continue reading

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Raspberry cobbler

Every summer I look forward to the harvesting of fresh berries, typically blackberries. Living in an urban setting, they are usually easily found on public land where my only competition is the birds. Being now in a more country setting, … Continue reading

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