Off-Grid Solar Power for Energy Independence
Preparedness wasn’t something I understood well before diving into off-grid solar power. My assumption was simple: purchase a panel, connect it, and enjoy endless electricity. This oversimplified view changed completely after buying my first small solar panel. The 8-10 watt unit became my teacher in both patience and managing expectations properly. My First Real Experience […]
Leave No Trace Principles: Protecting Nature’s Path
Along the Hay River Territorial Park trails and the Twin Falls Gorge waterfall paths, visitors often leave empty chip bags under rocks. Understanding and following Leave No Trace Principles is essential to prevent these small acts that, multiplied across the Northwest Territories’ pristine wilderness areas, create lasting damage to the delicate northern ecosystem. Experience shows […]
Adapting Wilderness Techniques for Urban Survival
City life may seem like it’s worlds away from the wilderness, but my years outdoors have shown me that survival skills are just as valuable in urban environments. My background in camping, scouting, and wilderness training has shaped the way I approach daily life in the city. Here are some ways I’ve adapted these techniques […]