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There are multiple options for livestock on the farm, but chickens are a must-have. Here are 4 Reasons to Raise Chickens on the Homestead...
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Cows are sweet, profitable, and generally amicable creatures, but they’re not particularly smart. Getting a cow to go where you want it to is...
Homestead
To achieve a well-rounded meal, you need to hit on every note, including fat, salt, and acid. The right pickled vegetable (or fruit!) can...
Backyard Farm
Have you have been dreaming of a lifestyle of self-sufficiency, but wondering where to begin? Do you live in the city and are hoping...
DIY
So your kitchen is literally starting to fall apart. Your appliances can’t turn on because your home doesn’t have the proper electrical supply, your...
DIY
Being able to clean a surface, object, or hands quickly is a really handy ability. From sanitizing your kitchen to quickly cleaning up a...
DIY
Cardboard is everywhere. This is never more apparent than as a homesteader trying to eliminate waste. Every time you buy a boxed or bulk...
DIY
2. Non-Chemical Anti-fungal Properties – Kills Mold and Mildew One of the interesting features of Borax powder (Boron salt) is that the particles are...
DIY
A hen’s natural instinct is to hatch chicks. Accordingly, you will probably encounter a broody hen at some point. When this happens, she will...
DIY
If you’ve ever watched chickens, it’s clear to see that they are both curious and active. Chickens will come to check out almost anything...
Funny
Round ones Even bald ones All these Christmas trees were focused on fulfilling their destiny of spreading holiday cheer. However, some family’s had some...
Chickens
As more and more young people enter the business and corporate world, many are finding that they long for simpler times and places. Perhaps...
Gardening
Gardening is a popular pastime. It can bring many benefits including improved mental and physical health and a greater connection to the outdoors. But...
Gardening
The warmth of the summer is long gone, and so is the plentiful harvest of your garden. However, winter is the perfect time to...
Gardening
Planting your spring garden each year can be fun and rewarding. But, what do you do after you harvest? The winter months don’t have...
Advice
One thing that we try and keep around the house is a good hand sanitizer. Second, to a good old fashion hand-washing, hand sanitizer...
Advice
6. Eastern Red Cedar With needles that jet straight upward, Eastern Red Cedars are particularly dense and green. Fun fact: Despite its name, it’s...
Advice
The decision to make your home eco-friendly is not only because it can help save money long term, but also it considers your ecological...
Backyard Farm
One of the most frequently asked questions new homesteaders ask is what and how much to feed your barnyard birds. However, there isn’t a...
Backyard Farm
A compost pile is not attractive and is usually quite smelly, but it is highly useful to anyone who grows any kind of crops....
Backyard Farm
Without a doubt, you can buy seeds at the beginning of each planting season. But, if you are on your way to self-sufficiency, you...
Backyard Farm
Homesteading is all about creating a lifestyle of self-sufficiency. It starts with something as simple as a garden to feed your family, chickens to...
Advice
What is homesteading? Settling on the land, living a life of self-sufficiency, and a nod to the simpler times before us all come to...
Backyard Farm
You’d be surprised by just how awesome duck eggs are.
Exploring Nature
Most homesteaders have some form of a garden on their property. It’s basically essential, but did you know some plants grow freely in the...
Advice
I figured that title would bring you this way but it’s most definitely the case here. I heard orchids are hard to grow but...
Crafts
Dandelions are a classic sign that spring has sprung, and every kid loves blowing dandelion bits into the air and making a wish. Did...
Exploring Nature
Have you seen this plant before? This plant has become one of the most interesting conversation pieces to all my foraging and local plant...
Exploring Nature
First, yes it’s edible, sort of. This is the Wild Coffee bush, or Psychotria nervosa. You can eat the pulp off the seeds and...
Funny
7. “We Nailed It Becky,” “Yes, We Did George” 8. Quality Time with the Fam
Funny
7. I pity the fool. Once again, it’s a bit of a shame to see so much work put into making a dog look...
Homestead
A cost-effective way of keeping your home cozy and warm during the winter is to utilize a fireplace or wood-burning stove to create heat....
Homestead
If someone asked you what skill is essential for new homesteaders, how would you answer? Perhaps you’d say how to grow vegetables, raise livestock,...
Crafts
Finding natural ways to decorate your Christmas tree is not only earth-friendly, but it’s also gentle on your bank account. Handmade decorations provide memories...
DIY
Winter is the perfect time to learn new homesteading skills. Cold temperatures and limited daylight keep most people inside for much of the day....
Gardening
Gardening is a key component of homesteading. But, most people think they’ll encounter several obstacles if they try gardening outdoors. However, growing food indoors...
DIY
Your life isn’t going to become neater, simpler, or more organized by itself. But lucky for you, there are some simple do-it-yourself solutions for...
Homestead
City life brings a host of challenges that people living in rural areas don’t have to face. Thankfully, every year new innovations and technologies...
DIY
No one wants to be unprepared for a natural disaster or emergency. But most people don’t bother to stockpile supplies because they don’t know...
DIY
Would you love to be able to live your life without having to pay utility bills every month? After all, going off-grid means being...
Cooking
When your Thanksgiving table is already filled with food, it only makes sense to decorate it with even more edible items. Looking for more edible decorations? Check out...
Cooking
I’m sure you are thinking of last minute Thanksgiving meal ideas and need some fresh twists on the classics. Thankfully we’ve spoken with Mareya...
DIY
[sg_popup id=1] Many times, people break up their yards by using different materials to mark off areas. For example, they’ll use cement patio for...