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OFF-GRID ENERGY: Take a Tour of Solar & Wind Off Grid System
Have you ever wanted an off grid solar system to power your home or cottage? How about wind energy? Let me…
FOUR VIDEOS: Cutting Curved Wooden Parts, 60-Volt Circular Saw, Homemade Generator & Weird Lake Ice
*DIY: See a home-made electrical generator in action.
*BACKWOODS SMARTS: See a home-made generator running.
*COOL TOOLS: See world’s highest voltage circular…
SUCCESS & FAILURE: How “Personal RPM” Affects Your Life
If you’re interested in personal success with your self-directed ventures – hands-on or otherwise – then something I call “personal…
VEHICLES: Repair or Replace? Here’s How I Decide
How do you decide whether to repair or replace your vehicle? Listen in as I explain an unusual approach that…
LIFESTYLE: Earn Productively Wherever You Live With Remote Work Options
Tired of struggling with too much traffic, traveling to a job that’s now thrilling to you? Read Steve’s thoughts on…
RENOVATIONS: Porch Lifts & Government Help for Senior-Living Upgrades
If you’re a senior citizen, or you’re physically challenged, you should know about the financial help available for helping you…
AUTOMOTIVE: Everything You Need to Change Tires DIY
Watch this detailed video tutorial explaining everything about changing tires seasonally. There are good reasons to do this work yourself,…
FIREWOOD: Watch Three Videos to See How We Make It
Every year since 1989 I’ve prepared firewood to heat our rural Manitoulin Island, Canada home, and over the years I’ve settled…
WHAT IS “BEAUTY”: Thoughts on This Hard-to-Define Concept
I’ve been thinking about beauty lately and find that as much as I love to see it, and love to…
WOODWORKING: “Why Do My Wood Projects Take So Long To Complete?”
Questions: Why is it that no woodworkers I watch on YouTube tell viewers specific amounts of time it takes to…
HOMEBUILDING: “What’s the best way to learn all about building a house myself?”
Video Watch Time = 1 3/4 minutes Question: “How can I learn to build my own house? I’ve got a…
VEHICLES: Let Me Tell You About My Old Ford Pickup Truck
Part of the family for 15 years and counting.
PHILOSOPHY: Our 17 Year Adventure Adoption Adventure With Ellie
Have you ever looked back on a decision you almost changed your mind on, then realized how close you came…
WILDLIFE: Rescuing a Rare Blandings Turtle
Click to see why I think these are the best rubber boots in the world, watch an unboxing video of…
HOME SCHOOLING: How We Do It Differently & How It Works Better
Home schooling is increasing in popularity across North America and other places for a handful of reasons. Over the years…
TOOLS: Great Gift Ideas for DIY Lovers
You know the thrill of turning raw materials into something uniquely yours, so choosing presents for fellow makers can feel…
MORE THAN MONEY: How an Old-Time Builder Created a Hotel Icon
Travel back in time and see how one of the most famous hotels in the world was built – and…
REVOVATIONS: “How Can I Convert a Seasonal Cottage to Full-Time Home?”
Question: How realistic is it to convert a seasonal cottage built in the 1950s into a year-round home? My husband…
PHILOSOPHY: What Marriage is Really All About
In the last few days of May 1988, I was a few weeks away from getting married. That’s Mary and…
EASY-KEEPER COTTAGE: Don’t Build Or Renovate To Make Work For Yourself
Thousands of people who own beautiful lakeside cottages will tell you that owning the place is fun, but a ton…
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