Off Grid Knowledge

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...

The Weeds in Your Backyard You Should Start Eating Today

For years, I cursed them. Every Saturday, knees sore, I yanked weeds from my lawn and tossed them into the compost. It felt like an endless war....

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...

DIY Non-Toxic Dyes

Long before harsh chemicals came to dominate colors across fabrics and furniture stains, natural sources were used to dye clothing and everything...

Bone Meal Fertilizer: The Secret Soil Booster Hiding in Your Kitchen

When it comes to organic gardening, the answer to stronger roots, bigger blooms, and healthier harvests might be hiding in something you'd normally...

8 Cheap Ways to Cool Off Your House This Summer

When summer hits full force, even the best-built homesteads can feel like they’re baking from the inside out. Sure, air conditioning helps, but not...

Ingenious Uses of Tallow You Never Thought Of (Except Eating!)

If you’ve got a jar of tallow sitting in the pantry, chances are you’re saving it for cooking. But did you know that this old-school fat is good for...

10 Medical Home Emergencies and How to Manage Them

What if your body suddenly betrayed you with a raging migraine, a blood sugar crash, or a night you just can’t sleep? When medical help isn’t right...