Water Ban: How To Keep Your Garden Growing
A water ban, also known as a water restriction or water rationing, is a measure implemented by authorities or water management agencies to limit or...
DIY Survival Jar
A Google search for ‘survival kit’ yields over two billion results. You can purchase a survival kit for almost any scenario or environment. However,...
Vegetables That Grow Faster Than Grass
For homesteaders wanting to indulge in the fruits of their labor sooner rather than later, there are plenty of vegetables you can plant this season...
These 10 Types Of People Wouldn’t Last A Day Off Grid
Ever thought about what might happen if one day we wake up and there is no technology? Being a tech junkie, I have always relied on technology, even...
Seed Mistakes To Avoid At All Cost
Whether you're considering how to store your seeds for next year after you harvest this year's seeds, or you're trying to decide what to do with a...
What To Do Before The Upcoming US Food Shortage
Have you ever thought about what would happen if one day there is no more food left in the US? Sounds scary, right?! But guess what?! You will never...
Trees With Edible Leaves You Should Forage This Summer
In the age of convenience and mass-produced food, foraging is a great way to broaden your selection of healthy ingredients outside of what’s grown...
How To Grow A Weed-Free Garden
The perfectly manicured, landscaped and abundant garden may be a wish list for most – where not a leaf is out of place, and everything is growing...
Do This ‘Till Your Fingers Turn Yellow
Greetings, fellow homesteaders! Today, I want to tell you about a plant that often goes overlooked but holds incredible potential: the humble...
Stop Throwing Your Grass Clippings, Do This Instead
Come summer, and the grass in the garden seems to grow faster each day. While it is the perfect weather to set up a barbecue outdoors or spend time...
Root Cellar Mistakes You Need To Avoid At All Costs
Before the modern era of refrigeration, people had to find natural ways to keep fruits and vegetables from spoiling. Ancient peoples realized that...
7 Foods You Can Cook From Scraps You Normally Throw Away
Did you know that each year, about 119 billion pounds of food is wasted in the US? That equals about 130 billion meals and $408 billion in food...
Bell Pepper
One of the most nutritious and versatile vegetables you can grow on your homestead is the bell pepper. With its rich nutritional profile, sweet...
Stop Doing This On Your Property!
When I first started homesteading, I thought of it as a fun hobby that could be approached however I wanted. But as I embarked on the journey, I...
8 Household Uses for Rosemary
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...
They Should Teach This In Schools
Reading, writing, and math skills are important to learn as well as social skills, teamwork, and technology skills. But there are other skills that...
You Will Never Run Out Of Medicine If You Grow This
I've been searching for a good seed kit for quite a while now because I’ve always wanted to start my own medicinal garden in my backyard. I’m not...
Why You Should Dry Your Food Instead Of Canning It
Being prepared for hard times is a vital part of homesteading. One way to store food for later use is to can it, but many of us are now turning to...
Can Vinegar Go Bad?
Vinegar is a versatile ingredient used for cooking, cleaning, and natural remedies, but can vinegar go bad? Whether you’re using vinegar as a salad...
You Won’t Have To Make Compost Again
I have a confession to make:Â I used to hate composting. The smell, the mess, and the endless waiting. These days, things have changed. I use now...
Three Sisters Planting – How to Plant The Three Sisters Garden
These three sisters planting gardens kept Native Americans of several different communities alive for thousands of years. Easily planted together,...
Are You Missing These From Your Property?
There are certain projects that can elevate your homestead experience instantly. These not only provide you with a sense of security and...
Pig In A Jar
Maybe you've just gotten a new canner or you're excited to see what your pressure cooker can do. I'm the same way when I get a new kitchen gadget: I...
Why You Should Bury Glass Bottles In Your Garden
As an avid homesteader, I'm always on the lookout for new ways to help give my plants an extra boost. So why you should bury glass bottles in your...
Duck Eggs Vs. Chicken Eggs
Ah, do you want to raise chickens or ducks? For most people, the answer to that question will depend on which they prefer in the debate of duck vs....
The Worst Animals To Raise. Do You Have One On Your Property?
Homesteading can be fascinating. But deciding which animals to keep and which to let go of on your property can be tricky. Raising animals on a...
Don’t Throw Away Your Onion Skins, Do This Instead!
If you are trying to cut down on your trash, a good place to start is with your kitchen scraps. Onion is probably one of the kitchen staples that...
How To Get Rid Of A Wasp Nest
Imagine having a lovely afternoon on your homestead while praising the fruits you have planted. Suddenly your peace is all gone as you sense buzzing...
Aeroponics
Homesteaders are always looking for innovative agricultural practices to maximize productivity at the same time as minimize resource consumption....
I Finally Did It
Fish are bred and raised in a controlled environment as part of fish farming, commonly called aquaculture, a significant agricultural area. It has...
How To Make An Invisible Shelter
When there is a societal breakdown, be it localized rioting or a nationwide crisis, looting becomes a major concern that we need to take seriously;...
DIY Solar Powered Air Cooler
As homesteaders, we understand the importance of self-sufficiency and using what we have. One of the most significant resources at our disposal, is...
