Adjust oven rack to middle position and pre-heat oven to 325°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. In a large bowl, mix together oats, wheat germ, brown sugar, salt and almonds.
In a small saucepan, bring maple syrup, oil and water to a simmer over low heat. Drizzle over oat mixture, and stir to combine well. Working a small handful at a time, squeeze mixture to form small clumps, placing them on prepared baking sheet as you go. (Don't worry if all of it doesn't form clumps.) Bake for 25-35 minutes, stirring once halfway through. When granola has reached your desired level of crunch/goldenness, remove from oven. Allow to cool, then mix in the dried cranberries and raisins. Granola can be stored in a ziplock bag or airtight container for up to two weeks.
Recipe by dramatic pancake at https://www.dramaticpancake.com/amy-easy-healthy-homemade-granola/