Off Grid Knowledge

While many of us dream of a ranch with sprawling acreage and thousands of head of cattle or another high-production type of livestock, it isn't...

Have you been tossing out egg cartons in your yard, thinking they're useless? If so, it's time to gather those cartons and turn them into something...

Most homesteaders plan on using wood for heating and cooking, in the event that the power goes out. That makes sense, as mankind has been using wood...

There are various ways to purify water off the grid, which means without relying on a centralized water treatment facility. The choice of method...

Some people make a habit of cleaning out wood ash from their fireplaces and their fire pits and throwing it away. This blows my mind; wood ash is so...

Native Americans mastered the art of existing in the wild long before modern conveniences, but how was that even possible? In the past, Native...

Pigs have been unfairly labeled as unclean animals who eat anything. But that couldn’t be further from the truth. Pigs are actually extremely clean,...

I’ve always been a fan of Ron Melchiore. The guy has been living completely off-grid for the last 43 years. And in all this time a wire from the...

Winter can be super fun, but it's a cold challenge for people who live on farms! Whether you're new to homesteading or a pro, this season can really...

Though our chickens roam the world and eat everything growing on it, there are some plants and food items that they really should avoid. In this...

Pioneers and early settlers in various parts of the world did not have access to the sophisticated meteorological tools and technology that we have...

There is a romanticism surrounding living off the grid. Most of us have daydreamed about leaving the modern world behind and retreating to an...

This is it! I've had it up to here with my ducks. Introducing the one and only article you need to read to warn you what you're going to go through...

When I embarked on my homesteading journey, I eagerly compiled a comprehensive to-do list, envisioning a wonderful life among nature. However,...

When you decide to be a homesteader,  you always want to make sure that everything you do is organic. One of the most important elements is...

As winter approaches, it's a good time to prepare ourselves for the cold, just as our pioneers did. Don't worry, I'm not suggesting you to give up...

When I was asked to write on this topic, I knew that it was my responsibility to do justice to what I wrote. I had to get the one hundred percent...

Do you want to be a full-time homesteader but don’t know how to make enough money to quit your day job? The reality is that it is HARD to make a...

Choosing the right farm animals to raise can make all the difference if you’re looking to turn your homestead into a money-making machine. While the...

Throughout American history, there have been moments when the road became rough, and challenges knocked on our doors. People faced struggles that...

In some areas of the world, you're absolutely required to rake up fallen leaves and have them disposed of by your local authority figures. And if...

Historically, August is the last month of summer. Please note, I say historically in the sense that the calendar states fall begins in September....

"Oh," you say to yourself. "What a pretty little bug!" Ah, but little do you know that this bug is out to hurt your feelings and ruin your day. Its...

Spiders have a lot of benefits. They can eat annoying pests like mosquitos and insects and are good for the ecosystem.  However, certain varieties...

Rosemary is a prized herb recognized for its culinary value. It infuses a distinct aroma to enhance the way food tastes. A sprig of rosemary...

Vinegar is a versatile ingredient used for cooking, cleaning, and natural remedies. Whether you’re using vinegar as a salad dressing, to spruce up...

Ah, do you want to raise chickens or ducks? For most people, the answer to that question will depend on which eggs they most want to eat. Both...

Homesteaders are always looking for innovative agricultural practices to maximize productivity at the same time as minimize resource consumption....

Raising cows on your homestead is an important part of being self-sufficient because of the numerous benefits they provide. From food to fertilizer,...

There are dozens of potential crisis scenarios that we face these days.  One of the scariest is the loss of our power grid. Whether this happens due...

Off-the-grid housing has become increasingly popular over the years because it’s cheaper, sustainable, and environmentally friendly. They’re...

You're busy gardening one day when you realize that the earthworms look to be a great deal larger than usual. "Nightcrawlers" you mutter under your...