Grandma’s $1 Desperation Pie
Grandma’s $1 Water Pie, also known as Depression Era Pie, is a simple recipe that has often been passed down generation after generation with absolutely no need to alter. Despite the fiscally and emotionally challenging times during the Great Depression, the lady of...
The Native American Way To Self-Water Your Backyard
For thousands of years, Native American tribes lived closely with the land, while growing their food in some of the toughest environments in North America. They didn’t have any of the modern tools we have today. Instead, they learned to work with the natural...
The Most Dangerous Berry in the US (You Might Have It In Your Backyard)
There’s a berry growing in backyards all across America that looks harmless, even inviting. Some birds eat it. It pops up near fences, along trails, and at the edge of gardens. Most people walk right by it without a second thought. But here’s the part that caught my...
Grandma’s Survival Stew
When the grid goes down…when supply chains break… when the grocery store shelves are bare, what are you going to feed your family? In times like that, you need food that’s filling, reliable, and made from ingredients you already have on hand. Grandma’s Survival Stew...
The Soap That Might Be Growing In Your Backyard
Most people see a weed. They yank it out and toss it on the compost pile without a second thought. But a few generations ago, this weed was worth its weight in gold - especially if you were living off the land. Early pioneers and Native tribes knew exactly what to do...
How to Make Cowboy Bread (Lasts Months in Your Pantry)
It calls for ingredients we all keep in the pantry, and it doesn’t even need an oven. This old-fashioned bread goes back to the days when meals were made from scratch, with whatever there was on hand. It was a trail favorite among cowboys and gold miners, cooked under...
Shelf-Stable Rice Meals That Stay Fresh for Years
When stored right, rice can outlast just about every other grain in your pantry without losing its bite or nutrition. But what if I told you that plain white or brown rice in Mylar bags is just the beginner level of what’s possible? For generations, homesteaders,...
Better Than Concrete: DIY Cob Projects You Should Do Today
Cob building material is a mix of clay, sand, and straw, forming a sculptable mortar that dries rock-hard. Unlike concrete, it requires no permits, no mixers, and no special tools. Cob literally bends to your needs. With it, you can knock out functional homestead...
Planting Garlic Right
Garlic has long been a cornerstone of both the kitchen and the apothecary. Revered for its pungent flavor and powerful healing properties, this humble bulb deserves a place in every garden, whether you have sprawling garden beds or a few pots on your balcony. Planting...
How Much Mulch Do I Need?
Mulching is one of those old, quiet garden tricks that does far more than people realize. A good layer of mulch doesn’t just make a garden look neat—it protects the soil, feeds it, and helps your plants thrive through harsh seasons. But before you grab a shovel and...
Vertical Gardening for Self-Sufficient Living
In a world where every inch of soil matters, vertical gardening reminds us that nature’s abundance isn’t limited by ground space — only by imagination. 🌿 This time-tested growing method lets you turn fences, walls, and trellises into living gardens that feed you, heal...
5 Forgotten Soil-Revival Methods That Can Save Your Harvest
If you want a strong harvest, it starts with healthy soil. But over time, your land can lose nutrients and structure, which is making it harder for your crops to thrive. The good news is, bringing your soil back to life isn’t as complicated as you might think. In...
The Black Soil That Doubles Your Harvest
The concept of “black soil” can be a head-scratcher to some but it’s an accurate definition of a soil type with unique characteristics. It actually has some obscure names like “chernozem” and “regur.” Odd names for good dirt. So, What’s Up with Black Soil? Think of it...
How to Heat a Greenhouse Without Electricity
Growing food year-round is a dream for many homesteaders and gardeners, but when cold weather sets in, keeping a greenhouse warm can become a real challenge. If you’ve ever wondered how to heat a greenhouse without electricity, you’re not alone. Relying on...
How to Water Your Plants When You’re Away
The great thing about rain is we don’t have to water. But that assumes we’re home assessing how much water any of our plants or gardens need. Everything gets complicated when we go on vacation, visit relatives or even a business trip when someone’s living alone. The...
How to Keep A Greenhouse Warm in Winter
Greenhouses are powerful allies in the garden, extending the growing season and protecting plants from the harshest conditions. But when winter’s chill settles in, even the sturdiest greenhouse can become a frosty trap if not properly managed. Keeping warmth inside...
DIY Solar Dehydrator
Long summer days are on the way. Here is a simple project, inexpensive and easy to assemble, that will dry your fresh vegetables and other fresh produce: DIY solar dehydrator. The principle is simple: air travels over solar-heated plates and then through a chamber,...
36 PVC DIY Projects for Your Homestead
If you are looking for new and easy projects but you don't know where to start, here's an idea for you: PVC DIY projects. In this article, I am going to give you 36 amazing PVC DIY projects that will show you how you can use PVC pipes in a creative way and how to make...
25 Practical Uses For Duct Tape Around The House
There is a funny saying about WD-40 and duct tape. If it doesn’t move, all you need is WD-40. If it does move but it shouldn’t, all you need is duct tape. Duct tape is one of those things that every survivalist or homesteader should have. It is lightweight,...
Are You A DIY-er?
Whether you live in a 100 year old house or a brand new one, you are bound to have something break down or malfunction. The question that now arises is this: are you going to fix the problem yourself, or are you going to part ways with your hard earned money and hire...
DIY Solar Oven From A Pizza Box
Some foods are best served cold, but most are meant to be eaten hot. When electricity is down, or it ends up costing you a fortune, you’ll just make do with cold or room temperature food at best. But, what if there is a way to use the sun to heat up your meals? This...
The Best DIY Traps Against Property Intruders
In these tumultuous times, we have seen too many examples of riots, looting, and unrest sweep across the globe. Whether it be unrest following elections, protests turned riots, or pandemic related panic many events can see the criminal element and looters at your...
8 Easy Projects You Shouldn’t Miss From Your Backyard
For decades, Americans have been under the trance of aerating, fertilizing, and seeding lawns. The pinnacle of a front and backyard, was literally Bermuda grass and a white picket fence. The measure of a good yard was how vast an expanse of monocultured grass you...
How To Make A Pressure Sensor Pad To Know When You Have An Intruder On Your Property
A simple DIY intruder detection system could save your life. This article will detail the construction of a pressure pad alarm. Humans and large animals are heavy enough to activate the alarm, warning you of their approach. Throughout military history, the element of...
This Bone-Dry Butter Lasts for 5+ Years Without Refrigeration
It’s called “Ghee.” It’s butter that has been filtered to remove fats and fat solids leaving a clear and yellow liquid that looks and tastes like butter but has surprising properties. The most surprising thing about ghee is that it doesn’t require refrigeration....
How To Make Sauerkraut
A Heritage of Preservation For centuries, sauerkraut has been more than just a tangy side dish—it has been a lifeline. Long before refrigeration, families across Europe relied on fermented cabbage to carry them through the winter. This simple food provided vitamins...
Corn Porridge: A Simple, Nourishing Staple You Can Make Anywhere
Corn has been a survival food for centuries. Long before processed cereals and instant oats, families relied on cornmeal porridge for warmth, energy, and endurance. It’s cheap, versatile, filling, and—best of all—it can be made with the simplest tools and ingredients...
How to Cook a Full Meal Without Gas, Electricity, or Fire
Nothing seems to be getting cheaper these days. That’s especially true for utilities like electric, gas and if you don’t have access to a ready supply of firewood – you’re paying more for that too. Fortunately, there are some cooking alternatives that not only work...
Fermented Fish: A Self-Sufficient Food Tradition Worth Reviving
Fermentation isn’t new. It’s one of the oldest food preservation techniques known to humankind, dating back thousands of years. Long before refrigeration or canning, families relied on fermentation to stretch their food supply through long winters, harsh climates, and...
I Saved $400 a Month by Stockpiling This Way
Living off-grid, my main goal was always to live a sustainable life without overspending or wasting anything. However, when I first moved, my bills were skyrocket high and resources were often spoiled, which disappointed me. Later on, my fellow homesteaders advised me...
How to Store 2+ Years Worth of Food in a Small Pantry
Small spaces force you to think differently about food storage. When you have limited square footage but need to store enough provisions for two years or more, every inch counts. Standard pantry advice falls short because it assumes you have abundant space. You don't,...
Canned Beets: A Long-Lasting Source of Nutrition and Wellness
Beets have been prized for centuries as both food and medicine. From ancient Greek athletes who consumed them for strength, to traditional healers who relied on their earthy roots to purify the blood, beets have always held a special place at the table. Today, canned...
How to Make a Perfect Bee Pollen Smoothie
Bee pollen has earned its reputation as one of nature’s most concentrated foods. Collected by bees from flowering plants, it contains a unique mix of carbohydrates, amino acids, enzymes, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. When used correctly, it can be an excellent...
Let’s Grow: Herbs In A Container
Growing herbs in a container is easy and makes sense all year round. Fresh herbs growing in the kitchen give you easy and quick access to what you need while you’re cooking and can keep those herbs growing into and through winter. Best Herbs for Containers Most herbs...
Homemade Medicinal Nettle Soap (Step By Step Recipe)
Stop uprooting Nettles! You probably remember just how much it stings, but did you know what it can actually do to your skin? Rich in silica, magnesium, chlorophyll, and trace minerals, nettle supports circulation, soothes dryness, and strengthens both hair and nails....
Have You Been Using Fake Honey?
If you think honey is your health’s ally, today's article might come as a shock to you. Do you know those little plastic honey bear recipients on supermarket shelves? They might contain nothing but high-fructose corn syrup, artificial flavors and colors,...
The Holistic Guide to Wellness: Herbal Protocols for Common Ailments Book Review
When I first received The Holistic Guide to Wellness: Herbal Protocols for Common Ailments, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I’ve seen herbal guides before that are either overwhelming with medical jargon or just a list of recipes with no real structure. This book felt...
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 slow you down, they’re also the ones most likely to injure you! A sharp blade is safer, requires less force to use, and...
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 would be wrong. If it cannot be poured over cereal, it must be useless, right? That is exactly how people get fooled into...
The Best Time to Water Plants: A Natural Grower’s Guide
Watering seems simple enough until we watch healthy seedlings turn yellow, soil grow moldy, or leaves crisp under the sun even when the watering can was used “on time.” The truth is, plants don’t benefit just from being watered — they benefit from being watered at the...
How You Should Actually Prepare for an EMP
A single electromagnetic pulse could wipe out our electronics in seconds and turn life upside down. That’s why it’s important to prepare for an EMP. You should have backup power and protect key devices. Also, know how to manage without modern technology. During the...
Fermentation 101
Many homesteaders are nervous about using fermentation as a method of preserving their harvest simply because they are unfamiliar with it, so I created a fermentation 101 guide for you to understand this process better. Imagine having a pantry stocked with homemade...
Forgotten Ways People Used to Store Food Before Refrigerators
Refrigeration is a modern luxury, but our ancestors thrived without it by harnessing the power of physics and microbiology. Simply put, they outsmarted rot with no electricity to rely on. So how did people store food before refrigerators? They developed improvised...
Why The Amish Never Stockpile These Homesteading Items
One of the great things about the Amish is that their way of life is simple and reliable. They focus on what they need daily and avoid keeping extra homesteading items the Amish never stockpile. They’ve literally spent centuries mastering the art of living a simple...
How to Survive a Deadly Blizzard
A blizzard occurs when intense snowstorms bring high winds and blinding conditions. These conditions are usually referred to as a “whiteout.” You can’t see anything, and the snow is relentless. So how can you survive a deadly blizzard? The worst is when you’re in a...
How To Survive In A World Without Water
For most of us, water is something we simply take for granted. We turn on a faucet in the sink; flush a toilet fill a bathtub or turn on the shower. It’s always there. But what happens when the water stops working? How can you survive in a world without water? In the...
Forgotten Nose-to-Tail Recipes Every Homesteader Should Know
Over-consumption is the norm today, making nose-to-tail recipes more vital than ever. This sustainable, eco-friendly approach uses every part of the animal, not just the usual cuts. Nutritious and flavorful parts like the heart, liver, and kidneys are often overlooked...
Home Canning Sausages for Maximum Shelf Life (10+ Years)
As a homesteader, ensuring the long-term shelf stability of your food supplies is a top priority. One essential protein source that deserves your attention is sausage—a versatile ingredient that can be used in meals from breakfast to dinner. Home canning sausages is a...
I Joined The Wilderness Long-Term Survival Academy And This Is What Happened
I kept seeing promotional videos for this online course that promised in-depth wilderness survival knowledge. And that would not have caught my eye, except for who the teacher was – Nicole Apelian. She is one of the first women to survive for almost two months on the...
Can You Catch Bird Flu From Chickens? What No One’s Telling You
Bird flu has been spreading rapidly, wiping out flocks across the whole country. While its effects on birds are well-known and often fatal, many people are also worried about its potential impact on humans. Can people who care for birds contract bird flu? If so, is...
Why Guns Alone Won’t Keep Your Homestead Safe
Most homesteaders believe that owning a gun is the ultimate defense against threats. But what if that belief is putting your safety at greater risk? While a firearm can be a powerful tool, relying solely on it for protection may leave you completely exposed. By the...
What Is A Faraday Cage?
If you are wondering what is a Faraday cage, you should know that a Faraday cage, named after the British scientist Michael Faraday who first demonstrated its principles in 1836, is an enclosure made of conductive material that blocks external electric fields and...
25 Ingenious Uses for Scotch Tape Every Homesteader Should Know
When you're living the homesteading life, every tool counts. You might rely on nails, screws, and rope for most fixes, but there’s one underrated hero in your toolbox. This lightweight, yet surprisingly strong tape is a problem-solver in all kinds of unexpected...
How to Store Bacon So It Lasts for Years
Bacon's preservation spans centuries of homesteading knowledge, with techniques passed down through generations of self-sufficient families. If you're wondering how to store bacon so it lasts for years, I've got the answer for you. I've spent considerable time...
9 Skills Every Homesteader Must Have To Outlive A Crisis
You probably know how to grow food or raise chickens. Yes? But are those skills enough to help you outlive a crisis? No. Let me walk you through some of the most important skills to outlive a crisis. When supermarkets shut down and power cuts, your survival won’t...
How You Should Actually Prepare for an EMP
A single electromagnetic pulse could wipe out our electronics in seconds and turn life upside down. That’s why it’s important to prepare for an EMP. You should have backup power and protect key devices. Also, know how to manage without modern technology. During the...
