It is a nice addition to my back pack. It’s very light Fiberglass construction and a Lightweight aluminum reel ( thought it was plastic but its just powder coated)

Eagle Claw Pack-It Spin Combo Telescopic Rod http://amzn.to/2l2LW81

The Kearny Fallout Meter or KFM is an expedient radiation meter Part1
In part2 I will show you how to charge and use it.

How to Make a cord from Plastic Bottle and should work for aluminum cans. It has the benefit of easy adjustment to the with of the strap.
I’m ham radio i am using a lot of aluminum strips and I’m thinking that will turn a can into strops of metal. Not to mention once heated it should tighten up on anything you place it on.

So I kept forgetting to bring my glasses to the studio.  I still have lots of things to do. Well putting a hole in a cheap measurement is the way to go for quick measurements.

This is casein glue like the white glue we all use in school ( kind of)

1. Add vinegar to lukewarm skimmed milk so it curdles.
2. Drain the liquid component off from the solids.
3. Put solids onto a strainer to drain off excess liquid
4. In a bowl, add a base (such as sodium bicarbonate, ammonia or washing soda) to the curds, bit by bit, until they change into a creamy mixture. You now have casein glue.
Note that what you have at step 2 is low fat cottage cheese, so this can be used instead, skipping step 1.

This preparation lacks the antimicrobial present in commercial glue, so will spoil in storage. It may be frozen in ice cube trays for later use, or made when wanted.

5 to 30 Dollar Security DVR

If you use a raspberry pi Zero they are running 5 bucks + old web cam. Not a bad deal for a DVR. At this time all the software is free.
Links below:
ccrisan/motioneyeos http://github.com/ccrisan/motioneyeos
Wiki http://github.com/ccrisan/motioneyeos/wiki
Down load http://github.com/ccrisan/motioneyeos/wiki/Supported-Devices
Installation http://github.com/ccrisan/motioneyeos/wiki/Installation

Amazon for the hardware : http://amzn.to/1W0uBt7
Just get any Raspberry pi .. Pi zero is 5 bucks when in stock.

Raspberry Pi 2 Model B (1GB)–NEWEST VERSION– With Clear Compact Case http://amzn.to/1JrzfON
Samsung 32GB EVO Class 10 Micro SDHC up to 48MB/s with Adapter (MB-MP32DA/AM) http://amzn.to/1PdxGAI
Edimax EW-7811Un 150Mbps 11n Wi-Fi USB Adapter, Nano Size Lets You Plug it and Forget it, Ideal for Raspberry Pi / Pi2, Supports Windows, Mac OS, Linux (Black/Gold) http://amzn.to/1JrzzNx
Opitional
Rii Mini Wireless 2.4GHz Keyboard with Mouse Touchpad Remote Control, Black (mini X1) for Raspberry pi/HTPC/XBMC/Google and Android TV KP-810-10LL http://amzn.to/1JrzCsB
HQST 100 Watt 12 Volt Monocrystalline Bendable Solar Panel http://amzn.to/1Pdxd1v
PiTFT 2.8″ Touchscreen for the Raspberry Pi http://amzn.to/1JryYvb
Uniker Raspberry Pi 2 Model B Quad Core for Raspberry Pi Model (B+) 5- Inch 800×480 Pixel Hdmi input Touch Screen & Stand Case http://amzn.to/1Jrz6uI

Making power lugs is easy and cheap.

Tarp-Tying Tips

If you have a tarp or space blanket, using rocks in the corners to tie into knots will make a much more stable shelter than will just weighing down the corners.