Raising animals for meat is a unique experience. It is quite the accomplishment to see that you raised something all the way through from birth to freezer. It also brings comfort and peace of mind ...
9 Indoor Seed Starting Tips (and Common Mistakes to Avoid)
Growing a gorgeous garden each year is every homesteader’s dream! Being able to grow an abundant variety of fresh vegetables and fruits to carry yourself and family through the winter is the goal for ...
Not Sure Where to Start? Here Are 7 Ways to Get Seeds for Your Garden
Gardening is an important part of homesteading. After all, that is what we have set out to do---be self-sustained. In order to accomplish this goal, we have to know how to place a seed on the ground ...
13 Places in the US Where You Can Find Free Land for Your Homestead
Homesteading on a budget can be a difficult thing to do in today’s economic times. However, courtesy of the Homesteading Act of 1862 many homesteaders of the past were able to receive free land. Many ...
13 Off-Grid Washing Machine to Wash Your Clothes (and Get Them Dry) Without Electricity
"What?!?" "Why would I want to wash my hands of my washing machine? It is my favorite appliance!" I hear you, I really do. Still, hear me out. As homesteaders, we often seek out ways to be ...
12 Things You Need to Know Before Getting Your First Ducks
Raising ducks is an amazing experience! They are cute and bring a lot of entertainment to the yard. Plus, despite chicken's popularity as a backyard pet, ducks are actually easier to raise than ...
27 Ways To Break Away From The Grocery Store For Good by Making and Growing Everything You Need
Don’t you dread that weekly trek to the grocery store only to be unsure of the groceries you are buying; to stand in long lines and battle crowds; and throwing away a lot of money you worked really ...
8 Easiest Vegetables to Grow Even If You Don’t Know Anything About Gardening
Raising a garden offers many benefits to the gardener. It is much healthier to grow your own food. You are fully aware of what has gone into the product and know what you are eating. A vegetable ...
How to Can Green Beans in 6 Easy Steps
Growing a garden is great for fresh vegetables during the summer. However, a lot of people don’t consider its benefits during the winter months. The excess of your summer garden can be preserved ...