Homesteading is about becoming more self-reliant, wherever you live. Â
We share information on homestead animals, including chickens, ducks, geese, goats, rabbits, and bees.
There are home business and country internet tips, plus green home and sustainable living.
Recipes and Kitchen Tips – Food Storage – Gardening – Preparedness – Home Remedies and Natural Health – Herbs and Wildcrafting –
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Windbreaks can provide amazing benefits – blocking cold winter winds and reducing wind erosion, moderating temperature and humidity, providing wildlife habitat, and more. We’ll share the the basics of how they work and why they make a great addition to larger yards and homesteads.
We’re sharing some of our favorite practical gifts that people will actually use, starting at under $30. To wrap up the post, Laurie shares some tips for dressing up gifts without spending a ton of money. My wife won’t let me buy her jewelry (she rarely wears it anyway), but she does appreciate a gift…
What do ducks eat to make them happy and healthy? We’ll share guidelines for feeding ducks, either wild or tame, as well duck training tips and observations.
We’ve picked out the best homesteading books to get you started on your homesteading journey. Our top three all have enough detail to take you from start to finish on many homestead projects, but deliver it in different styles. Looking specifically for information on growing your own food? Check out the Best Gardening Books list….
Chicken nesting boxes are for laying eggs and hatching eggs, but what do your hens need to be happy? We’ll share tips for building cozy nest boxes, positioning your nests, and having enough space for all your chickens.