Why Do Amish Drink Raw Milk?
The Amish are often portrayed as people frozen in time, but that picture misses something important. Their choices are rarely about nostalgia....
9 Better Winter Insulators Than Foam
You've probably installed foam insulation because every building supply store pushes it first. I did the same thing on my barn renovation five years...
The Hidden Dangers of *Toxic* Woods
When most of us think of trees we think of firewood, fruit and shade. We also take some time to admire the Fall color as some trees lights up in...
How To Sharpen Your Homesteading Tools In Minutes
Stop tossing out your tools the moment they go dull! Sharpening them is simpler than you think! And here’s the scary part: dull tools don’t just...
Don’t Throw Away Spoiled Milk! Do This Instead!
If you throw spoiled milk down the drain, you lose money every time you do it. Seriously. You might think you are getting rid of “waste,” but you...
Ingenious Solar-Powered Projects Inspired By the Amish
The idea of the Amish using a technology like solar panels seems to contradict the lifestyle many of us assume about their culture and society. But...
Faraday Cage Fabric: A Practical Guide for Everyday Preparedness
Modern life depends so heavily on electronics that we often forget how fragile these systems can be. A single surge, an EMP, or even a severe solar...
Do Amish Drink Alcohol?
Among the Amish, every choice reflects a balance between tradition, practicality and spiritual grounding. Their relationship with alcohol is no...
How Your Clothes Could Save Your Life in the Next Crisis
In an uncertain world, shaped by natural disasters, power grid failures, and civil unrest, you might be left with nothing more than the clothes on...
What Is Borage?
Borage is a hardy annual herb known for its bright star shaped blue flowers and its long history as a soothing, uplifting plant in traditional folk...
How to Harvest 1000+ Gallons of Water from Your Roof
It sounds like a lot, and it is, but your roof can easily capture more than 1,000 gallons of water even during a light rain. A lot depends on the...
Why Are You Still Throwing THIS Away?
You might not realize it, but what you throw away in your trash can is probably full of survival gear. Everyday items we throw away, plastic...
How to Survive Extreme Weather with Only What Grows in Your Backyard
Weather extremes vary, from bad heat waves to winter freezes. A sudden frost can turn many plants to toast. But there are some steps you can take to...
Do Amish People Use Electricity?
For most of us, electricity is as essential as air. It powers our mornings, fills our homes with light, and connects us to the wider world. But for...
The Amish Ways: Book Review
If anyone knows how to live a self-sufficient life, it’s the Amish. When a crisis hits, they barely even notice. And that’s because they’ve built a...
I Lived in The Woods for 15 Days and This is What Almost Killed Me
I’ve spent a lot of time outdoors. I spent 15 years in the Army, which involved plenty of aggressive camping in all sorts of environments. I’ve also...
These 6 Items Skyrocketed in Price. Here’s What I Did
It’s no secret that prices for items we use everyday have been climbing exponentially. If you’re a prepper, homesteader, or someone who simply wants...
This is Why the Amish Bury Their Food
The Amish have quietly preserved a way of life that values simplicity, self-reliance, and the natural rhythms of the earth. They offer a...
I Just Completed The Amish Academy… And You Won’t Believe What I Found
Many people think they can survive off-grid until they’re forced to live without power for a week. By day three, the food’s spoiling, the...
8 Unusual Uses for Manure Around Your Homestead
When most of us think of manure we head to the compost heap. We want to break it down and know that as a side dressing in gardens it will work...
Why Do Amish Women Remove Their Teeth? The Sad Truth Behind The Practice
When outsiders hear that Amish women sometimes have all their teeth removed at a young age, the first reaction is usually shock. But the real story...
Best Hand Grain Mills You Can Buy
If you want the ability to turn stored wheat, corn, or other grains into fresh flour without power, a quality hand grain mill is one of the most...
How to Make a Dakota Fire Hole That Burns Without Smoke
A good hot fire is essential in survival situations for warmth, sanitizing water, and cooking food. The problem with fire is that both the light and...
Foraging In Autumn: Edible And Medicinal Plants You Need To Forage Before They’re Gone
We often consider foraging a springtime activity as we anxiously await the first greens after winter. But autumn is harvest season. Traditionally,...
Smart Ways To Reuse Things That You Usually Throw Away
My grandparents never threw away a thing that could have been used later on. They were the old time preppers: stockpiling and re-purposing almost...
10 Natural Remedies for Common Livestock Ailments
When livestock fall sick, things can go downhill fast. What starts as a minor cold in a goat or a patch of scours in a calf can quickly spread,...
8 Invisible Threats Hiding in Your Water Supply
You hauled the buckets, dug the well, or set up the rain barrels. That clear water looks pure, tastes fine most days, and feels like victory. A...
Root Cellar vs. Solar Fridge
When living off-grid, keeping food fresh becomes a daily challenge that affects every meal you eat. Two storage solutions stand at opposite ends of...
Why You Should Add Alum Salt to Your Water
Alum may just become your favorite spice cabinet survival tool once you realize how effective it is at water purification. Alum salt, also known as...
Book Review: The Encyclopedia of Country Living by Carla Emery
When it comes to homesteading books, few titles are as well-loved—or as frequently recommended—as The Encyclopedia of Country Living by Carla Emery....
12 Amish Farming Secrets Every Homesteader Should Know
Unlock the secrets of sustainable living with insights straight from the Amish playbook. In this revealing article, we’ll explore 12 time-tested...
16 Ingenious Uses for Mylar Blankets on Your Homestead
Mylar blankets were once referred to as “space” blankets. That’s because the concept originated with NASA during the space program due to its...
