I was hoping to have my router table build underway by now. At lunchtime earlier, as soon as I finished work for the week; I popped in to the nearby timber merchant to collect a sheet of 18mm MDF. I almost couldn’t believe it when I was told that they were out of stock! I [...]
Despite the fact that childhood obesity rates are at nearly 20%, exercise is no longer a priority in most American school systems so I suggest taking fitness for kids into your own hands. With budget cuts and limited school time, when a program has to be cut back (or eliminated altogether) it?s often physical education [...]
I would say most families are looking to get on the path towards more healthy eating for kids. We really do lead busy lives and do the best we can but we’re always thinking about being more healthy in the back of our minds. We don’t get much help either. It’s really sad when organizations [...]
I was hoping to have my router table build underway by now. At lunchtime earlier, as soon as I finished work for the week; I popped in to the nearby timber merchant to collect a sheet of 18mm MDF. I almost couldn’t believe it when I was told that they were out of stock! I [...]
Our very own Dick Wagner has been keeping busy lately (what else is new?) and has taken to writing blog posts! He’s been guest posting on OffCenterHarbor.com, a boatbuilding video blog/website. Some content is available without a subscription, but a membership to the site allows you to access boatbuilding tutorials, videos, and other boat-related content. [...]
Natural Building: A Guide to Materials and Techniques Natural building involves construction with materials that have undergone less processing and manufacturing than conventional synthetic products. Wherever possible, the natural materials that are used are renewable, originating from crops, and are obtained locally. Transport, pollution, carbon emissions, and fossil fuel use are therefore minimized and the end-product is harmonious, healthy, and environmentally beneficial. This book describes the many materials and methods that have been used by the pioneers of natural building; discusses the reasons why various materials have been chosen and frankly explains their advantages and disadvantages; provides a detailed consideration of all the main forms of natural construction, including building with earth, timber, and straw bales; and covers green and natural roofs, lime and masonry, and the use of hemp, as well as natural insulation materials, paints, and finishes. It thoroughly examines all the techniques involved, and analyzes the principles…
Three Natural Building Books is a post from: Natural Building Blog
Sometimes, I intend to write a post but, for one reason or another, it takes me a while to actually get around to writing it up and publishing it on this site. This ‘station’ was completed several weeks ago and, in that time, I’ve made numerous attempts to sell it, with a couple of potential [...]
The sun and moon (rather than the stars) will align to give a great opportunity for those living in the West to view a solar eclipse on May 20, 2012 at a large number of National Parks. Even better, the 20th falls on Sunday which should allow even more people to get out and witness this exciting event. Approximately 30 national parks are located in areas where a “ring of fire” solar eclipse can be seen with six of these … Continue reading
The amount of skill going in to Cornhole Board designs seems to increase every year, and 2011 has been no exception. We’ve been blown away by some of the boards that have been posted to the Cornhole Game Players Forum this year. Creating unique boards would seem to be a challenge after years of amazing [...]
Kristen Stewart Travel Deals Campfire Stories Outdoor Activities
When I was younger I dreamed of vacationing in romantic countries around the globe and visiting islands in the South Seas. Once I learned to ride I realized that you never have to leave the United States to enjoy beautiful views and amazing places. The Appalachian Mountain range is a perfect place to plan rides [...]
