11 Household Items You Need To Stock Up On Before The Upcoming Great Depression
Most people would probably name the great depression of the 1930s as the largest example of a worldwide economic crisis in US history. But did you...
Solar Panel Mistakes That Could Kill You
Installing solar panels is a smart choice. It saves you money and helps the environment. But be careful - there are some common mistakes that could...
Ingenious Ways to Looter Proof Your Garden
We thought we'd left behind the threat of garden theft when relocating to our suburban homestead, but no. About a week in, a drunk intruder hopped...
Painkiller In A Jar
If you’re looking for a versatile painkiller that you can make yourself and have on hand when SHTF, consider making a feverfew tincture. Feverfew is...
10 Items To Stock Up On Before Hyperinflation Hits
The word hyperinflation has been making its way into the news cycle and our everyday conversations for the past few months. We have seen...
How Much Land Do You Need To Be Self-Sufficient?
Can you be self-sufficient without needing acres and acres of space? When I started homesteading, I didn't think much about being self-sufficient....
The Only Plants Soldiers Looked For During The Civil War
During the Civil War, soldiers often faced food shortages and had to resort to foraging and hunting for sustenance. Many turned to eating wild...
11 Must-Have Items for Your Wilderness Survival Shelter
There are four key aspects of survival you need to prioritize if you want to survive in the wilderness: building a fire, drinking enough clean...
10 Useful Ways to Use Magnets On Your Property
Have you ever thought about the countless ways magnets can make your life easier? From organizing tools to creating unique decor, the potential uses...
How To Can Water
When it comes to preparing for emergencies or natural disasters, having a reliable water supply is essential. But what if your usual sources of...
I Tried to Live Completely Off Grid for a Month. This Is What Happened
Living off grid has a lot going for it. You’re more independent when you’re not relying on outside suppliers for necessities like water and power....
This Is How An EMP Will Ruin Your Stockpile
As a homesteader, you've probably spent a lot of time and effort building up your stockpile of supplies. You have food, water, medicine, and other...
Living In A HOA Zone: Can I Be Self-Sufficient?
Homeowners Associations (HOAs) enforce regulations aimed at maintaining neighborhood aesthetics, property values, and community standards. For many,...
5 Ingenious Methods To Get FREE WATER In All 50 States During A Crisis
Water is a basic human need, and in a crisis situation, access to clean water can become challenging. Fortunately, there are various ingenious ways...
Foods That Are Safe To Preserve In a Water Bath Canner
When you want to can your favorite produce, water bath canning is the best way to do it. However, it’s not meant for all foods because the food is...
Survival Skills You Should Learn From The Amish
We recognize that the Amish are a varied and enormous community whose culture is not as simplistic as this article may make it seem. There are so...
12 Items That Are Still Good After They Go Bad
When disaster strikes and times get tough, you’ll have to become a lot more resourceful with the everyday items that are at your disposal to help...
Stop Throwing Away Your Lemon Peels. Do This Instead!
You've made a beautiful pitcher of lemonade, but now it's time to toss your peels and- No! Stop! What are you doing? While you stand there holding...
The Worst States for Living Off Grid
Self-sufficiency is starting to become a necessity for more and more people. As the cost of living is increasing all over the U.S., switching to an...
Agrihood: Are You Pro Or Against It?
"No. Just no. Crops belong in the countryside, and people in the cities, not vice versa." This was my neighbor’s response when the idea of...
Why You Should Never Throw Away Your Pill Bottles
Medication is a drag, but the containers that your pills come in don't have to go and add more plastic to the local landfill. Nope, we have a bunch...
