Self-Reliance Courses
Interested in do-it-yourself skills?
We love to grow. We’re great at cooking. We have lots of ways that we weave the outdoors into our lives here at the Biggs household.
One of the things we’re glad to get expert advice on is hands-on projects that build our self-reliance. Things like building repair and maintenance, plumbing, and how to care for machinery.
That’s why we’re big fans of Steve Maxwell.
Steve lives on a 90-acre modern homestead on Manitoulin Island here in Ontario. He’s a do-it-yourself expert — and he’s a great teacher.
He’s creating courses that are a great way to build your self-reliance.
3 Solar Projects
GET STARTED WITH SOLAR
Find out how to harness the power of the sun for electricity, food preservation, and heating. Learn the basics of using free, renewable energy to build a more sustainable lifestyle.
Keep it Flowing
Got a Weak Well?
Become your own expert when it comes to keeping that precious water flowing. New pump or existing well, this course helps you get lots of water from the weakest of wells.
Septic System Rescue
Revive Your Septic System
Understand septic systems and why they fail. More importantly, learn how to fix them so sewage flows again.
Feed Yourself for a Year
Store enough food for a Year
Learn how to store food that is better, cheaper, and less risky than prepared kits. Find out about different types of food for storage and food-storage options.