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Survival Bros checks out the eroding beach, and efforts to save the sewer plant in Seaside, OR. The city has put up a small rock wall, but that hasn’t seemed to help much. Look at all the trees that have been swept away into the water. A running trail has also been destroyed due to Mother Nature. Thanks for visiting. Please subscribe to our YouTube channel to get all the updates.
Read The Daily Astorian newspaper article on this urgent issue here.
By Cameron McKirdy
Former Marine Tactical Gypsy has an exclusive Survival Bros blog and new elk jerky recipe for you. He hunts in Oregon with seven other buddies, and no matter how much they kill, they split the meat evenly so nobody is left out. This season his hunting party terminated five bulls, producing around 225 pounds of meat each. He has used the animal for sausage, country fried steaks, and thick jerky strips. His favorite cut is the back strap, which runs on each side of the spine. It’s the most tender part, and is amazing in a stew of vegetables and spices. Simmer that on a low boil for awhile, and you have a man meal sure to satisfy. Tactical Gypsy also told me he likes to pan sear the meat first, to lock in the juice.
To produce scrumptious elk jerky he cut slabs 1/4th of an inch thick, because they shrink. His recipe calls for six or seven pounds of flesh, so he ends up with big nuggets to feast on. Each hunk is approximately 4″ x 1″ wide. The marinade calls for 4 1/2 cups of soy sauce, with plenty of Worcestershire depending on personal preference. Mix in 1 pound of brown sugar, then a 8 oz. bottle of hickory liquid smoke flavoring. Soak the elk in a bowl, or deep pan, and refrigerate for 12 hours.. After that, use a colander to run off the marinade. Next, lay out the strips on the dehydrator trays evenly, with bigger pieces going on the bottom. Sprinkle on coarse black pepper, turn the machine on high, and let her rip. Check back every few hours, and rotate the racks as needed. In 12 additional hours you’ll have a stash of jerky to devour, and give out to your friends. Tactical Gypsy, if you are reading this, please save me a nug or two. Survival Bros will have more blogs soon. Check back often. Likes, shares, and comments are appreciated.
By Katnip
How the Grinch stole MY Christmas. Two days after Christmas my beautiful, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro was a victim of crime. I thought I lived in one of the safer apartment complexes here in town. My bedroom is directly over the top of my carport on the second floor. I have a direct view of my car from the window. While I was sleeping, these thieves somehow managed to unlock my car without the alarm going off. (Apparently they make remotes to do so these days…thanks hackers of the world.) Why they chose MY car I will never know. One would naturally assume that a brand new car like mine would have a perfect lock and touchy alarm on it like Fort Knox. Well, my precious vehicle wasn’t well protected.
I’ve had my previous car broke in to before, and seen my things rummaged through. I’ve felt what it’s like to have your documents strung all over your car, and find your gear M.I.A. It’s awful. I should have taken the extra precaution like I have every other night and removed my valuables from the vehicle before locking her up for the night. I didn’t. I did have EVERYTHING out of sight. If you were to walk past my car, you couldn’t tell it’s a daily driver. I know better than to leave valuables out for prying eyes. I thought my stuff would be safe for one more night. Here’s a list of things I am kicking myself for, prepare to cringe:
– Canon Rebel EOS DSLR Camera with Lens, accessories, LowePro Camera Bag, and Cameron’s beloved camera tripod.
– iPhone 4S with car charger
– TomTom GPS with car charger
– Tool Box (Wrenches, Screw Drivers, Ratchets, etc)
– Jumper Cables
-My prized Bug Out Bag (As mentioned and pictured in this previous post) Now I will create a new Everyday Carry bag with emergency supplies, and bring it inside no matter what.
In addition, who knows if they could steal my identity, as I had some sensitive documents in the glove compartment that they rummaged through too.
I’ve since taken proper measures to protect myself since, and hopefully regain my property again. I would like to share these tips with you so this same thing doesn’t happen to you.
– Keep ALL valuables in your home. Don’t take the chance like I did and assume that things are safe in the trunk and out the vision of creepers.
– Download the “Find Your iPhone” application and TURN ON YOUR LOCATION! (I had previously turned the location off the day prior because I felt it was nuking my battery. Dumbest thing I’ve ever done, because I had this app on my smart phone, and because I turned the location off, it wouldn’t lead me or the local police to where my possessions were.)
– If you find yourself in this predicament of having your things stolen from you, contact your local police department, file a police report. Note: They wouldn’t come out, and recommended I fill one out online.
– Write a list of the items that were stolen from you, with serial numbers if available, and take this list in to the second hand shops, cellular stores, and local pawn shops.
– Contact your phone provider and register your phone as “Lost or Stolen.” If someone is dumb enough to try to activate the phone, the provider should confiscate the cell immediately and turn it over to either the police department or contact you to let you know your device had turned up.
– Scour all outlets of items for sale, such as eBay, Craigslist, Facebook sale pages, etc. Eventually, your stuff may turn up on one of those.
– Keep receipts of ALL expensive purchases that you have in your possession, my home owners insurance wouldn’t cover the items stolen from my car at my apartment, as I didn’t have proper sales receipts for these items….(They were gifts.) Things can’t be replaced if insurance can’t prove you never had them to begin with.
I can recommend from personal experience that having your stuff stolen is not a pleasant thing to have happen. It detracts from valuable time I could have spent using my nice things to make my life easier. If you’re a car thief, I would like to leave you with this final note: You should be ashamed of yourself. Work hard for your money so you can purchase quality belongings for yourself. Why steal from others that have actually earned their way in life? Karma is a bitch. Happy Travels!
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This is one of my favorite meals. It’s light, yet packed with veggies and protein. If you follow the simple recipes below, then you’ll have a hearty meal the entire family will enjoy. My Mom hesitantly gave me her secret cooking instructions to share on Survival Bros. Somebody cook this, and save me a fat slice. Eat up!
By Brooke McKirdy (Cameron’s Mom)
After all the parties, family dinners, and endless sweets, it’s time to commence the annual quest for fitness. Last year, starting New Year’s Day, I began a 9 day cleanse. My Naturalpathic Doctor wanted me first to just eat fruit and veggies for 3 days, and then drink raw juice for 3 days, finishing the last 3 days with more organic fruits and vegetables.
Please consult your Dr. before doing this, or any detox program. For me, every extended cleanse has resulted in a loss of at least 7-10 pounds. After 9 days are up, you can begin introducing other foods into your diet. This is a good way to find out if you are allergic to anything, without having to pay for a blood test. However, I must confess, I could not just add 1 thing back into my diet after 9 days, because I took a blood test.
My Doctor and I thought I might be allergic to dairy and wheat. When the results were in, they concluded I was sensitive to dairy, especially whey and yogurt. Plus, I’m very allergic to wheat, eggs, almonds, cranberries, pecans, pineapple, bananas, and almonds. There’s a difference between being “sensitive and allergic.” Some are extremely sensitive, and have symptoms such as bloating, change in digestion, headaches, memory problems, being tired, etc. Others are allergic and have major symptoms such as hives, breathing problems, and migraines. The blood test shows you to what degree you are sensitive, or allergic to each food. For example, I am moderately allergic to cranberries, so I should only eat or drink cranberries like once a month, as advised by my Dr. I am more allergic to eggs, so I should avoid them, but if they are diluted in a recipe then I can get away with it. Additionally, I will never get a flu shot since it is made from eggs.
You can be fanatical, or balanced with your diet. I recommend getting tested for food allergies, because many symptoms people have are being masked by prescription drugs. Maybe these pains can be avoided if you knew which foods to cut out. So make a resolution to have better health this year by eating the right foods for your body. Between this, and a detoxification cleanse, maybe you can lose about 20 pounds like I plan to beginning 2014. Happy Holidays from Survival Bros!
Brooke is an event coordinator, wedding planner, and great mom
Upcycling is the process of converting waste materials or useless products into new materials or products of better quality or for better environmental value.
Oak Whiskey Barrels to be upcycled
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Survival Bros Founder Cameron McKirdy digs up an emergency preparedness kit, and shows the contents.
Here’s when Survival Bros buried supplies in various waterproof containers all over town at high elevations.
Building small caches in case of a tsunami, or another disaster situation.
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You gotta see Thompson Falls in Seaside, Oregon. This waterfall is gorgeous, but also extremely dangerous to get to. It’s located in the hills North of town. Please be careful if you do hike out there. Survival Bros will continue to bring you epic content, but only if you continue to like, comment, and share these blogs. It’s all for you. Enjoy!
The start of the 60 foot drop
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If you have leather, try Dr. Martens Wonder Balsam on it. I had to do a product review on this treatment. I’ve been using it for years, and restored four pairs of footwear today. It brought my boots, dress shoes, and UGG slippers back to life. I will try it on an old leather coat next. It’s so much fun to apply, I wish I had a crappy leather couch to fix up. You don’t have to rub much on with the sponge for it to condition, and protect. It’s a good prep to get out of the way.
Here’s the product description: A unique blend of coconut oil, lanolin and beeswax. These all-natural ingredients clean and protect leather to keep it soft and supple. For use on all leather, except suede types. Use it on all things leather … shoes, handbags, jackets, even furniture. • All-Natural Ingredients of Coconut Oil, Lanoline and Beeswax • Protects Against Water, Liquid and Salt Marks • No Polishing Necessary
Now look at my kicks before and after!
Survival Bros tested and approved!
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Survival Bros decided to help a previously abandoned shelter pup out, and take him for a walk around Lake Sacajawea in Longview, Washington today. Charlie spends way too much time in his concrete kennel, and was aching for attention, and exercise. The shelter is completely full of dogs right now, and would like to get some adopted out immediately. Stop by or give them a ring if you need a buddy.
When we got to The Humane Society of Cowlitz County they asked if we would release a wild, rescued duck too. I’m a University of Oregon Duck, so of course I helped out. We put the female in a crate, and drove to it’s home on the water. She followed us for a ways down the path, but eventually settled in, and got regrouped. All in a good days work.
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