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RV Water Filters | Traveling with a Berkey Gravity Water Filter

Want to know if you can travel in a RV with a gravity fed water filter? Here is what we’ve ...

Water Bottle Hacks – Did You Know Nalgenes & Camelbaks Could Do THIS?!

If you have a Nalgene or a Camelbak water bottle you need to check out this hack - did you ...

The BEST Way To Tie Shoes, They WILL NOT Come Undone Until You Want Them To | 50% Chance You’re Tying Your Shoes WRONG!

There is a good change that you’re tying your shoelaces together incorrectly. Let me show you how to identify and ...

DIY Emergency Heater – 70% or 91% Isopropyl Alcohol?

Create a compact DIY emergency heater with commonly available household items that will provide heat for over two hours. Let’s ...

The #1 Propane Tip for RVers

This one tip will keep you from running out of propane in your RV forever. Easy, simple, and effective. https://youtu.be/T5V2AK8H8Qg ...

Your First RV – Should it be a Pop Up Camper?

Are you considering getting into RVing and want to buy a Pop Up camper? Let’s walk through the MAJOR advantages ...

How Fix A Broken Zipper Pull & Upgrade to DIY Silent Zippers!

If you find yourself with broken zipper pulls or hate the jingle that zippers make as you walk then join ...

Cleaning A Pour Over Coffee Filter

Is your pour over filter slowing down and taking forever for the water to pass through? The oils from your ...

DIY Garbage Disposal Fix – FREE Repairs YOU Can Do NOW!

Is your garbage disposal not turning on or creating a high pitched humming sound when you flip on the power? ...

Are DIY Box Fan Filters SAFE?

One of the biggest questions I get on this DIY Air Filter video (https://youtu.be/9vJk5BM8xUo) revolves around wondering if adding the ...

Removing Car Emblems – Goo Gone VS Eraser Wheel // Debadging Your Vehicle

So you want to remove the emblems on your car and completely debadge it - should you use a solvent ...

Can You Get A Spot Free Rinse AT HOME Using A Cheap RV Water Filter?

Can using an inexpensive RV water filter give you a spot free rinse in your driveway? Let’s test out the ...

DIY Dash Mount // EASY, CHEAP & ROBUST

Check out this inexpensive and robust DIY mounting plate that will securely hold your gear using only items found at ...

iOttie Easy One Touch Car Mount for Smartphones – [LONG TERM REVIEW] – Did It DAMAGE My Car Dash?

I’ve had this iOttie Smartphone mount on my car for 2.5 years in a car stored outside in Louisiana and ...

Why I Paint ONE Link On My Trailer Safety Chains… and YOU Should Too!

Try this quick tip to make sure you get your trailer coupler to the correct height EVERY time before you ...

Husky WeatherBeater VS X-Act Contour All-Weather Floor Mat Comparison

Can’t decide between the Husky Weatherbeater floor mats and the X-Act Contours? Here is a quick real world comparison to ...

How To Use DECKED Storage Drawers WITH A Drop In Bed Liner

Are you considering a DECKED drawer system and wondering if you can install it with your current drop in bed ...

Dohm Uno VS Classic – Which Is Best? | Yogasleep Sound Machine Review & Comparison – Marpac

A sound machine, or white noise maker, is a great tool to help facilitate restful sleep and is especially helpful ...

Adding 80+ Tie Downs in UNDER 5 Minutes! | DIY Truck Bed Tie Downs

Adding a ton of tie down points for efficient cargo management of your truck bed can take as little as ...

The BEST Way To Load A Canoe On Your Car By YOURSELF

How to easily and SAFELY load any size canoe or kayak onto your vehicle by yourself? Check this out! ...

Spray Foam Tires Part 2 | DIY Run Flats TESTED To FAILURE

Update! I did some additional testing - maybe a bit too much testing as I figured out what the point ...

AWESOME Lego Storage | Can YOU Spot The Difference?

Are you looking for a Lego storage solution but don’t want to invest in a large piece of furniture? Check ...

BEST RV Gear You WON’T Find at the Camper Supply Store!

Here is THE best knife for RVers and 5 other pieces of gear that add value to our RVing experience ...

Which Bike Seat Bag Fits MY PHONE? | Topeak Aero Wedge Medium vs. Large

Which bicycle seat bag is large enough to hold your wallet, phone, and keys? Comparing the Topeak Aero Wedge bag ...

Perfect Avocado Slices Every Time! | How To Peel An Avocado

Ever wondered how restaurants get avocado slides so smooth? They PEEL them! Let me show you how ...

5 Lifehacks YOU Don’t Want to Miss! | PART 1

Five simple life hacks to improve your life! How to peel an avocado, using your car as a home intruder ...

How to STOP Your Bike Rack from Swaying | Installing a Hitch Tightener

Want to stop your bike rack from swaying on your hitch? Install a hitch clamp and keep the bikes from ...

Why I Keep A Penny In the Freezer and You Should Too!

Want to know if your freezer lost power while you were away? Or maybe the door was not shut all ...

Chainsaw Chain Doesn’t Stop At Idle | How to Replace Chainsaw Clutch

The chain on this chainsaw would not stop moving, no matter how slow the idle speed was tuned. Turned out ...

How to Restore Faded Plastic and Make it Look NEW for FREE!

Use a heat gun to easily and quickly rejuvenate faded and oxidized plastics. This technique will get them looking new ...

DIY Run Flat Tires – Tested to Failure | Spray Foam Tires – WHICH Foam Works?

I was tired of coming out to flat tires so I decided to give canned spray foam a try - ...

FIRST Piece of Gear to Start a YouTube Channel

Want to start your YouTube channel off on the right foot? Instantly improve the quality and watchability of your videos ...

Lawn Mower Tune Up For The Common Man

Spring has sprung and that means its time to bring out the lawn mowers again! Doing these three maintenance items ...

Converting 7 Way RV Trailer Plug to 4 Way Flat | Pop Up Camper Harness Downgrade NO BRAKES

I downgraded the 7 way trailer plug on our pop up camper to a 4 way flat plug so that ...

5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Buying a Pop Up Camper!

Are you looking to buy a pop up camper? Join me as I go over 5 things I wish I ...
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BAL Tire Leveler Review & 2 Things You Need to Know Before Buying

Do I recommend the BAL tire leveler for pop up campers? Yes, I do - but there are two quick ...

Truck Canopy Window Replacement

Overview of replacing a truck cap window.  Truck canopy, camper shell, cap, topper we’re all talking about the same thing ...

How to Repair a Lawn Mower Seat | SIMPLE and DURABLE

How to Repair a Lawn Mower Seat | SIMPLE and DURABLE Is your riding lawn tractor seat torn, ripped, gouged, ...

Modifying a CRACKED Double Bit Axe into a Pickaroon!

Modifying a CRACKED Double Bit Axe into a Pickaroon! This project started out as a restoration … until I uncovered ...

The ULTIMATE Sand Box Toys are only $5 ?!?!

The Ultimate Sandbox Kit for $5! These well built sandbox toys only come around once a year - make sure ...

Advice to New Creators from Jimmy DiResta, Hand Tool Rescue, & Blacksmith Tools Supply Co.

Advice to new entrepreneurs and content creators from Jimmy DiResta, Andrew from Blacksmith Tools Supply Co., & Eric from Hand ...

Is this the best DIY group online? Join DIYers, Tinkers, Fixers, & Makers!

Do you love to DIY or Fix things? Are you a Tinker or Maker? Then this COMMUNITY is for you! ...

Loose Otterbox Phone Case … Fixed with Heat?

Is your protective phone case sagging and floppy? Ever thought you might be able to “tighten” it up with a ...

Mother Earth News Fair – Overview!

Want a glimpse into the 2020 Fair? Join me for a sampling and overview of the speakers and events! ...

ONE Birthday Gift You Should Buy Your Kids EVERY YEAR

Want to know the one physical gift you can buy a child every year that will continue to give for ...

How to Fix a Mini Blind

How to Fix a Mini Blind Super simple fix for a broken mini blind. No need to toss and replace ...

How to Make the BEST DIY Camera Handle for Vlogging

Need a grip to hold your camera for vlog style shots but don’t want to pay for a GorillaPod or ...

LED Shop Light | Harbor Freight (Braun) -vs- Walmart (Hyper Tough)

Need an inexpensive LED shop light? Should you go with the Walmart Hyper Tough or the Harbor Freight Braun? Join ...

Sticky Stuff Removal | WHEN GOO GONE DOESN’T WORK | Removing Bug Guts and Tree Sap Effortlessly

Ever have something so sticky that nothing seems to take it off? Soap and water - nope. Rubbing Alcohol - ...

Gluten Free Brownie Bake Off – Which Tastes Best?

Off Kilter vs Betty Crocker vs Simple Mills In this video we bake up three batches of gluten free brownies ...

DIY Rustic Decor – Turning a Generic Hand Saw into Gorgeous Tree Art in Your Garage

Giving new life to a worn out hand saw! Join me as I create a beautiful piece of art out ...

Save a Slice of Christmas – Turn your tree into a yearly ornament!

Here is a really cool way to commemorate Christmas tree’s of years past and a great tradition to start in ...

The one FREE thing every DIYer needs from IKEA!

If you’re into DIY projects make sure you don’t walk out of Ikea without one of these!   ...

Budget Microphone For Video Beginners – Takstar SGC 598 Microphone

How does the Takstar SGC-598 shotgun microphone sound on a windy day? Does adding a dead cat windscreen improve the ...

How to Fix a Rusty Dishwasher Rack | DIY REPAIR | Easy & Effective

Is your dishwasher rack rusting? It's simple to repair yourself. Easily repair a rusting dishwasher rack and keep the rust ...

How NOT to Fix an Otterbox Rubber Cover | Stretched Out Cell Phone Case

Is your protective cell phone case stretched out? There may be other ways to tighten it back up, but this ...

The Survival Podcast Fall Workshop RECAP

What happens at a Survival Podcast workshop?  Take a sneak peak into the event and meet some of the folks ...

Resqme Quick Car Escape Tool – 6 Year Review & Installation Tip!

This simple, quick, and inexpensive car hack can get you and your family out of a tight spot in an ...

Video recap of The Good of the Land Fest!

Check out The Good of The Land Fest! www.gotlfest.com Video recap of an amazing weekend with some very talented makers ...

Nerf Gun Mod For Toddlers – Simple, Easy, & Effective!

Does your child love to shoot Nerf guns but they’re too small to cock the toy themselves? Give this simple ...

Cheap DIY Air Filter | Box Fan Modification

Want to breathe cleaner air in your home? Give this inexpensive DIY air filter a try. We’ve been using these ...

How to Turn On the Headlights of a Riding Lawnmower | Huskee MTD Briggs & Stratton Engine

You just got a new-to-you used riding lawn mower and can’t get the headlights to turn on - maybe this ...

Homestead Lawn Tractor for $50? The Better Together Life Riding Mower Refurbishing Project

The Brotherton homestead (Better Together Life) needed a riding lawn tractor and I found them one for $50! Come along ...

Riding Mower Dump Trailer: From Dilapidated to Dependable!

This garden trailer was abandoned and dilapidated. Join me as I refurbish and improve the trailer, including a custom tailgate, ...

How to Reseat A Lawn Mower Tire

Have a flat tire on your lawnmower, wagon, cart, or wheel barrow? Did the tire jump off the wheel bead ...

What’s Inside a Heated RV Mattress?

Ever wonder what it looks like inside a heated mattress? Join me as we take apart a mattress to see ...

Rooftop AC making a thumping noise – FIXED!

The roof top air conditioner on our pop up camper started making a HORRIBLE thumping noise.   Join me to ...
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A Better Cat Litter Box: STOP SCOOPING LITTER! | Omega Paw Litter Box Review

STOP scooping cat litter! This litter box allows you to skip the scooping and empty the litter box in a ...

How to Stop Cracks in Plastic For Good!

Simple repair to keep cracks in plastic from spreading. Super simple fix: it'll take you more time to watch the ...

Pop Up Camper Awning: Alternate Setup – Never Worry About Wind Again!

Watch the video to learn about a better way to set up your pop up camper awning. Setting up the ...
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Camping Tablecloth – Simple Hack to Keep it in Place!

Enjoy using a tablecloth while camping but hate when the wind blows it up? Check out this simple DIY hack ...

DIY Folding Kennel for the Van – Dog Crate Tour!

Build tour of my diy folding kennel; used to transport my dog securely and then fold away when not in ...
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Aerosol Spray Can SHOP TIP

Always loosing the small applicator straws on your aerosol cans? Try this quick straw swap and eliminate that headache for ...

Pitchfork Restoration for Better Together Life

I restored an antique pitchfork as a housewarming gift for the Brotherton Family who are converting a shed into a ...
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Lawn mower Oil Change – Easiest Method Using NO TOOLS

Simple and easy way to change the oil on your lawnmower using no tools. Don't mess around with trying to ...
DIY License Plate Cover

DIY License Plate Cover – Instant On/Off!

Do you take photos or shoot videos that show your car? Create a custom DIY License Plate Cover for under ...
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An Interview with a Stay-At-Home Dad of Twins

Hello there! I’m Joshua – welcome to Gander Flight! You’re here because you’re interested in getting the scoop on what ...
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Baby Gear – Top 10 Recommendations from a Stay-at-Home Dad of Twins

When getting ready to bring a child into this world it is incredibly easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer ...
What information should you leave for your babysitter? Find out what this family includes in their babysitter info binder and download a free template!

Babysitter Information Binder: What To Include

Choosing to leave your children with a babysitter takes a tremendous amount of trust. These individuals are responsible for our ...
You love wonderful home cooked meals but despise cleaning the dishes ... use these two recommendations from a stay-at-home dad to up your dishwashing game!

A Dad’s Advice to Up Your Dishwashing Game

You enjoy food. But cleaning up the dishes afterwards is a chore you’d rather avoid. Washing dishes is a necessary ...
This dad is creating the ultimate tool kit for his kids – click here to find out why and how you can too!

Why your kids need tools and how to curate a lifetime set without breaking the bank.

Each year I gift my twin boys with one tool for their birthdays. Here’s why: Our society has become increasingly ...
Make this simple change to your daily habit while driving and you can increase your visibility on the road - making yourself and your family safer!

Warning! Not Following This Simple Habit Puts You At Greater Risk On The Road

For three years, I had the privilege to live overseas in Norway. It was a fantastic experience and one I ...
These are the best sandbox toys around and guess what - they're only $3! Check out how this SAHD put together the ultimate sandbox kit.

The Best Sandbox Toys – and they’re only $3!

I’ve put together the ultimate sandbox travel kit and I’m super excited to share it with you, especially since it ...
Want to know why this stay at home dad keeps a penny in his freezer? Click here to read more and find out why he thinks you should too!

Why I leave a penny in the freezer; and you should too!

You’ve just come home from a fantastic two-week vacation feeling rested and refreshed. You walk into your home and are ...

Hate Meal Planning? Try This.

I’ve heard enough people expound on the virtues of meal planning that I know it will save me time, money, ...
Deter threats by using the panic button you already have to make noise and command attention - it's a simple, quick, and free first line of home defense.

First Line of Home Defense: The panic button you already own.

Something goes bump in the night. It wakes you up and you hear noises outside your home. You could take ...
Are You Stapling Papers Together Correctly? Read here to find out which way is best and why!

The Proper Way to Staple Papers Together

Did you know there is a correct way to staple papers together? There is. It may seem trivial, until you ...
Binder clips blow "chip clips" out of the water when it comes to sealing bags. Find out why this SAHD chooses binder clips to keep his family’s food fresh!

Why Binder Clips Run Circles Around “Chip Clips”

This’ll be quick, but it’ll change the way you reseal open bags in your kitchen. Those unitaskers called “chip clips”: ...
Holidays and Birthdays! Have little ones that can't read yet? Discover how to use photo gift tags to include them in the gifting fun!

Photo Gift Tags for Little Humans!

One thing I recall and remember enjoying about Christmas morning was being the gift-giver-outer when it was time to open ...
Want to keep your fantastic stainless steel tumbler looking shiny and bright? Read more to find out why you should always dry your stainless steel!

Why you should always dry your stainless steel tumblers!

Insulated tumblers have been all the rage the last few years, and with good reason – they keep your drinks ...
This simple, quick, and inexpensive car hack can get you and your family out of a tight spot in an emergency - click to read more!

A Quick & Simple Car Hack That Could Save Your Life.

Several years ago, my grandfather was driving down the highway, hit a patch of ice, swerved off the road, rolled ...
Indoor playgrounds are a blast for your kids and a lifesaver for parents. Click here to see this stay-at-home dad's hack for improving your day of play!

A Stay-at-Home Dad’s Ultimate Hack for Indoor Playgrounds

I have a love - hate relationship with indoor playgrounds. My childhood memories of them are fond, my boys love ...
A Tidy Home - Find out how a stay-at-home Dad uses broken windows and a robot to keep his house clean!

How Broken Windows And A Robot Keep Our Home Tidy.

Imagine strolling down the sidewalk of a run-down neighborhood. Trash, blown by the wind, is wedged between the links of ...
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