• Off Grid Survival Skill Episode 6, airing Feb. 6 and featuring Woniya Thibeault, explores ancient food preservation techniques.
• Food preservation methods, such as root cellaring, drying and salting, reduce reliance on refrigeration, enhance nutrition and promote sustainability.
• Thibeault emphasizes how traditional preservation methods help break free from the industrial food system and reduce environmental impact.
• The presentation will tackle topics like the environmental impact of refrigeration and how to preserve food without electricity.
• The presentation will also explore the benefits of wild foraging, gardening and fermentation for long-term food storage.

Brighteon University will be streaming an episode of “Off Grid Survival Skills” by Marjory Wildrcraft from Feb. 1-10, and the replay of all 10 episodes on Feb. 11. Register here to learn life-saving skills when SHTF, such as treating infections without antibiotics, how to utilize medicinal plants, how to hunt and so much more.

In Episode 6 of “Off Grid Survival Skills,” slated Feb. 6, Wildcraft and seasoned homesteader Woniya Thibeault talk about the lost art of preserving food without electricity. From root cellaring to fermentation, drying to salting, these ancient techniques not only extend the shelf life of food but also enhance its nutritional value, reduce waste and reconnect people with the rhythms of nature.

Thibeault shares her decade-long experience of living off-grid and refrigeration-free, offering practical insights into how anyone—whether you’re a homesteader or a city dweller—can adopt these methods to live more sustainably. She challenges the modern reliance on energy-intensive appliances and reveals how traditional preservation methods can help people break free from the industrial food system, eat healthier and reduce environmental footprint.

Thibeault’s presentation is a call to action for anyone seeking to live more sustainably. She empowers viewers to rethink their relationship with food, offering practical tips for reducing reliance on refrigeration and embracing a more self-sufficient lifestyle.

What to expect

Viewers can expect to learn a lot of things from Episode 6 of “Off Grid Survival Skills,” including the following:

• The surprising truth about refrigeration: Did you know refrigerators are one of the largest energy consumers in households, contributing significantly to carbon emissions? Thibeault explains why living without one might be better for the planet—and your health.
• Ancient preservation techniques: Discover how root cellaring, fermentation and drying can keep food fresh for months, even years, without electricity.
• Seasonal eating: Learn how to align your diet with nature’s cycles, reducing the need for long-term storage and enjoying fresher, more flavorful food.
• Wild foraging and gardening: Explore how growing or gathering your own food can provide year-round sustenance, even in small spaces.
• The art of fermentation: Uncover the science behind lacto-fermentation and how it not only preserves food but also boosts its probiotic content.

Join Thibeault and Wildcraft in this thought-provoking Episode 6 of “Off Grid Survival Skills,” and take the first step toward a healthier, more sustainable future. Viewers can expect a deeply informative and inspiring presentation that blends practical advice with a broader philosophical perspective on sustainability.

Thibeault’s expertise shines as she breaks down complex preservation techniques into actionable steps, making them accessible to anyone, regardless of their living situation. The talk is packed with real-life examples, from storing root vegetables in damp sawdust to fermenting vegetables for long-term storage, and even tips for drying meat and fish.

The presentation also addresses common misconceptions about food safety and refrigeration, encouraging viewers to trust their senses and intuition when it comes to food. Thibeault’s passion for self-sufficiency and her commitment to living in harmony with nature are contagious, leaving viewers motivated to make meaningful changes in their own lives. By the end of the talk, viewers will walk away with a toolkit of skills and ideas to reduce their reliance on refrigeration, eat more seasonally and embrace a more sustainable, earth-centered way of life. 

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the foremost experts in ancestral skills and off-grid living. Tune in to “Off Grid Survival Skills” and discover how the wisdom of the past can shape a brighter, more sustainable future.

Want to know more?

Are you interested to know more? Visit Brighteon University and catch the sixth episode of “Off Grid Survival Skills” on Feb. 6 starting 12 p.m. EST.

If you don’t want to wait for the daily stream or simply want to learn more about the essential skills Wildcraft has gathered for you, purchase your copy of the “Off Grid Survival Skills” bundle here. You will get a copy of the videos from all 10 episodes, 29 life-saving video bonuses, 21 exclusive eBooks and and a physical copy of Wildcraft’s “The Grow Book System,” which will be delivered directly at your doorstep.

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