Anyone who spends a lot of time around horses knows that there are horse-friendly plants and those that are harmful to them. Unfortunately, our equine friends don't always know which are which. As a ...
16 Sunflower Pests and Diseases and How To Handle Them
Who doesn't love sunflowers? These beautiful blossoms are symbols of hope worldwide, as they perpetually turn their bright, happy faces towards the sun as it moves. The bad news is that there are a ...
Horticultural Fleece: What It Is and How to Use It
The weather can be immensely unpredictable. You'll think that everything is going well as the weather keeps warming, and then all of a sudden, boom. The temperature drops, and there's a frost or hail ...
How to Carve a Kuksa: Make Your Own Wooden Cup or Bowl
Have you ever heard the term "kuksa" before? It's a wooden drinking cup/bowl with a handle, traditionally used by the Sami people in Finland. They're also known as guksi in some parts of Scandinavia, ...
5 Ways of Drying Fish to Make It Last
Dehydrating food is a great way to stock your pantry. Sure, you're undoubtedly canning and freezing up a storm, but dried goods are ideal for long-term storage too. Dried fish can last for several ...
How To Build an Outdoor Sauna with Local Materials
Basking in a sauna for a while has been proven to offer a number of different health benefits, but not everyone can afford one. Instead, why not build one? But isn't it difficult? For a basic one, ...
The Basics of Making Fish Net and 3 Techniques to Try
If there's one thing I've learned on my journey towards self-sufficiency, it's that it's good to know a variety of fishing techniques. We've already covered the awesomeness that is making fish traps, ...
Potato Tire Towers: An Ingenious Way To Maximize Your Potato Harvest
If you've been thinking about growing potatoes but are hesitant about it, don't be! Growing potatoes is insanely easy. Even better, you can grow them with the help of upcycled materials. Even if you ...
How To Make Pemmican That Can Last For Years
Are you aiming to stock your cold cellar for winter? Or perhaps you're looking for preserved food that'll keep well while traveling or backpacking? Whether you're a homesteader or an adventurer, add ...