About Clovis Miller

Welcome, friend. My name is Clovis Miller, and I am, at my core, a Keeper of Old-World Wisdom. In a world that often feels like it’s spinning too fast, I believe the answers to many of our modern challenges can be found in the resourcefulness, grit, and ingenuity of those who came before us. My life’s purpose is to rediscover, preserve, and share the knowledge and skills that allowed past generations to thrive—knowledge that could one day mean the difference between struggle and survival for you and your loved ones.

I grew up with one foot firmly planted in the traditions of an earlier time. My earliest memories are of my grandfather showing me how to split firewood, his hands worn but steady, and my grandmother patiently teaching me how to preserve the harvest in jars that lined the cellar shelves like a rainbow of resilience. They didn’t call it “prepping.” They called it living. And it’s a way of life that I believe we need to hold onto now more than ever.

When I look at today’s world, I see how far we’ve drifted from that kind of self-reliance. We’ve traded the ability to grow our own food for convenience meals in plastic wrappers, and the skills to mend and repair for a throwaway culture. I don’t say this to judge—modern life has its marvels, to be sure—but I can’t help but feel we’ve lost something vital in the process. That’s why I started this blog: to help people reconnect with the skills and knowledge that built homes, communities, and nations. Skills that our ancestors used not just to survive but to build lives of meaning and purpose.

Here, you’ll find practical guides to old-world skills that stand the test of time. Want to know how to make a fire that will burn long into the night? I’ll show you. Curious about how to preserve meat without a refrigerator or bake bread that will last for weeks? You’re in the right place.

But this blog isn’t just about how-tos. It’s about something deeper. It’s about honoring the wisdom of those who knew how to live with the land rather than against it. It’s about the satisfaction that comes from working with your hands, building something with care, and knowing you can provide for yourself when times get tough. And it’s about embracing the traditions that connect us to a simpler, more grounded way of life.

Being prepared doesn’t have to mean living in fear. In fact, it’s quite the opposite. When you know how to grow your own food, preserve a harvest, or light a fire in the rain, you feel empowered, not scared. You feel connected to a legacy of people who faced challenges head-on and came out stronger on the other side.

So whether you’re here to learn the basics of homesteading, sharpen your survival skills, or simply find a bit of inspiration from the past, welcome. You don’t need a big farm or a bunker full of gear to get started. You just need the willingness to roll up your sleeves, learn something new, and reconnect with the old ways. Together, we’ll build a foundation of skills and knowledge that will stand the test of time.

Keep the faith,
Clovis Miller