J Crozier

The smoke detector in the basement was expired and needed to be replaced. It is a hardwired detector, so I replaced it with a hardwired smoke/CO detector that has a battery backup as well. (I replaced upstairs that I am submitting for the smoke detector detector BB.)

The smoke detector upstairs was expired and needed to be replaced. It is a hardwired detector, so I replaced it with a hardwired smoke/CO detector that has a battery backup as well. (I replaced upstairs that I am submitting for the CO detector BB.)

I replace the filter on our furnace every couple months, and it was that time again.

Would renting out some pasture qualify for this bb?

The ground was broken on one end of the extension cord, so I put on a new end.

Thanks Mike. Much appreciated.

Hey,

My BB40 Badge hasn't shown up yet. Am I missing something?

It was time to replace our wall sconce, so here are pics of the progress.

I would like to apply for my BB 40 certification!

Greywater:
1. Use Water From a Dishpan to Flush a Toilet or Water Something
2. Reuse Water From a Shower

Homesteading:
3. Remove Unwanted Fencing
4. Properly Install Proper Fire Tools at a Fire Contraption

Electricity:
5. Install/Repair an AC Outlet
6. Repair a Light Switch
7. Label the breakers on an electrical panel
8. Move, charge and replace a lead acid battery

Nest:
9. Sweep a Floor
10. Grease Hinges
11. Make Rags From Old Clothes
12. Oil Wooden Kitchen Utensils
13. Clean a Kitchen
14. Wash Dishes by Hand
15. Clean an Area Rug
16. Clean an Oily Dish Without Soap
17. Do Laundry By Hand
18. Clean a Bathroom
19. Hang a Picture or Mirror with Two Fasteners
20. Clean Exterior of a Fridge
21. Clean Interior of Fridge
22. Find a Wall Stud and Hang a Picture
23. Replace a Locking Door Knob
24. Deep Clean Exterior of Stove/Oven
25. Clean Interior of a Freezer
Awaiting Approval: Repair a Ding in Drywall or Plaster

Community Living:
26. Make a map
27. Brand a location

Commerce:
28. Develop a possible residual income stream
29. Perform some sort of labor over the internet and get paid

Plumbing:
30. Repair a Toilet Seat/Lid
31. Clean/Decalcify a Shower Head
32. Clean/Decalcify a Faucet Aerator
33. Replace a Faucet
Awaiting Approval: Replace Washing Machine Supply Hoses

Tool Care:
Awaiting Approval: Clean the shop for at least an hour

Dimensional Lumber Woodworking:
34. Simple beginner bird house
35. wood box/crate
36. Make a sign
37. Simple open toolbox
38. Two step stool

Animals:
39. Make a Brush Pile
Awaiting Approval: Make a Bee/Insect Watering Station

Food Prep and Preservation
40. Cook Grain on a Stove Top
41. Fry an egg on a cast iron skillet
Awaiting Approval: Cook a Stir Fry


I have been really enjoying completing these badge bits, and learning lots of new skills along the way.

I cobbled this together based on what I had in the fridge. A rough recipe is:
- 1/2 lb left over chicken
- 1/2 lb of shrimp
- 1-2 large carrots
- 1 stalk of celery
- 1 bell pepper
- 2 heads baby bok choy
- sesame oil
- soy sauce
- ginger
- garlic
- vermicelli noodles