Cow Raising Mistakes That Even the Most Advances Homesteaders Make
Raising cows seemed like the next logical step in my homesteading journey but I never thought that there were so many cow raising mistakes. I'd...
This Is Why You Should Give Aspirin To Your Crops
As a gardening enthusiast or a farmer, using aspirin for your plants might seem like an unconventional solution, but it can work wonders for your...
How To Make Bread Last For Up To 5 Years
Canning most foods is nothing new to most preppers. Yet, only a few of you know that you can also can your bread. You heard that right. Bread can...
Read This Before Stockpiling Water
Not many people realize how easily their water stockpile can put them and their families at risk in a crisis. Are you one of those people? Bacteria,...
Bad Gardening Habits That Could Ruin Your Crops
We all make mistakes from time to time, but it's always better to stop them (as much as you can) before they become a bad habit. Though all of us...
Small Survival Projects You Are Missing On Your Property
Since isolation, we've come to see 'home is our sanctuary,' and we can make it even better! While getting out is important, we can prepare for...
Do This To Keep Predators Away From Your Property
Imagine waking up one morning to discover unsettling paw prints near your doorstep or witnessing a frightening encounter between your beloved pet...
10 Foods That Last Longer If Dehydrated
Imagine enjoying your favorite foods, fruits, and vegetables all year long without running out of your pantry supplies. Dehydration, a centuries-old...
Why You Should Have A Black Soldier Fly Composting System
Maggots in your kitchen? Sounds like a nightmare, right? But hold on. These creepy crawlies are going to make you wanna start composting. Forget...
Medicines Every Homesteader Should Stockpile
In an emergency or grid-down scenario, pharmacies are generally the first establishments targeted for looting. Unfortunately, this has been seen...
How Much Money I Saved in a Year By Growing My Own Food
As I stood in the grocery aisle, staring at the $4 price tag on a measly bunch of kale, I knew something had to change. The cost of living crisis...
What Looters Will Take First From Your Property
When public order breaks down due to events like government collapse, EMP strikes, natural disasters, or rebellion, looting often happens. Looting...
Soil Testing Methods Used By Pioneers That Still Work Today
Think gardening's just tossing seeds and sprinkling water? Think again! Behind every thriving garden lies a secret weapon – understanding your soil....
These Items Disappear First In A Crisis
Stockpiling survival items before a crisis will prevent you from being among the panicked hordes of the unprepared. Waiting in line to pay...
Vegetables You Can Harvest In Less Than A Month
Growing vegetables that can be harvested in less than a month is a smart way to maximize your garden’s productivity. You get to enjoy the rewards of...
How To Communicate After The Grid Goes Down
We live in a connected world where it's easy to communicate with friends and family, even over long distances. However, when the grid goes down, our...
Why You Should Worry If You See This Butterfly In Your Garden
Imagine, if you will, you're sitting in your garden and enjoying the warm summer breeze. Your plants are growing so quickly that you can almost hear...
$0 Alternatives to OTC Meds
You want to have a toolkit handy to treat everyday illnesses such as a sore throat, cough, cold, flu, headaches, skin irritations, and stomach bugs...
You Don’t Want This Near Your Plants
While pollinators are typically viewed as allies in gardening, not all might be nice with your plants. In fact, some can wreak havoc on your...
Off-Grid Tools You Should Look For At Flea Markets
Preparing to go off-grid can be a daunting task, especially when it comes to ensuring you have all the tools you may need. Then, once you are...
Do THIS To Extend The Life Of Your Batteries
We've all been there - your phone's battery dies in the middle of an important call, or your car refuses to start due to a dead battery. But what...
10 Vegetables That Love To Climb
Imagine a garden where vegetables grow upwards, saving space and making your garden look beautiful. Vertical vegetable gardening has many benefits,...
How to Looter Proof Your Stockpile
When disasters strike, one of the most concerning issues often stems from those with ill intent. Looting and theft tend to become prevalent as...
When Does Honey Go Bad?
Honey has been around for thousands of years and has always been an ingredient that everyone has in their kitchen. People have used it for its...
These Animals Are Stealing Your Chicken Eggs
Ah, the bounty of your work as a chicken keeper. You go out to your coop first thing in the morning and- wait a second, where are the eggs? Are the...
Drip Irrigation vs. Soaker Hose
Water management is essential for homesteaders wanting to utilize efficient and sustainable agricultural practices. Two of the most common...
The Ultimate Survival Crop You Need On Your Property
Legumes have sustained humanity and our livestock for thousands of years and throughout history long forgotten. Let's talk about the ultimate...
8 Things Our Grandparents Did Better Than Us
Our culture of convenience has caused many to undervalue self-sufficiency and hands-on skills. But rewind to your grandparents' generation who...
Hiding Spots In Your House Where Looters Always Look First
When stockpiling supplies, it’s vitally important to hide as much of your stockpile as you can. Hiding spots in house become essential in these...
10 Plants to Keep the Wasps and Hornets Away
Seeing wasps and hornets spoil your precious fruits in the garden can be distressing. However, rather than using harsh chemicals, which may disturb...
Do NOT Store Your Dry Goods Like This
Dry storage is one of the greatest achievements of humankind. Drying fruits, vegetables, meats, and grains until they’re shelf-stable for months,...
These Plants Are Killing Your Tomatoes
Growing tomatoes on your homestead can be super cool! However, these berries are very picky about where they live. Some of the plants nearby can be...
