Hugh Kimura Archives

How to Make a Fire Starter Kit in an Altoids Tin (Compact & Camping-Ready)

Learn how to build a rock solid fire starting kit for camping, survival or emergencies. This kit is very simple and inexpensive.

Did you know that you can grow tomatoes year-round, even in a city apartment? Learn all of the benefits of indoor vegetable gardening.

Learn how to fix every problem that a Mini Maglite can have. Solve issues like the light not turning on, stuck batteries and more.

The Voyageur by Mountain Equipment Inc. is one of the best travel bags ever made. It was the first “travel pack,” a design often used today.

The BusyBox initramfs error can be a little scary because you might think that all of your data is lost. Not to fear, here are the fixes.

Want to EDC a folding knife after air travel? This easy solution will allow you to have a great knife at almost any destination.

Learn the cheap and easy way to make a portable jewelry box out of an Altoids tin. Also find out the best way to keep it closed.

Learn how to buy, repackage and store bulk dried food. This process will help you keep this food for long periods of time.

Learn if prepping is worth doing or if it’s pointless and no longer necessary. Get the pros and cons in this article.

Learn the easiest way to get started prepping even if you have zero experience. Get the checklists, find out about the best gear and more.

This is the best case that I have found for the Framework 13 computer. I personally use it whenever I travel.

This is the best way that I have found to store both AA and AAA batteries. It’s inexpensive and I can see exactly how many batteries I have.