Most homesteaders have help in their homesteading journey. They have spouses, children and maybe even other relatives and friends who help along the way. Homesteading alone is much different. Being alone means taking on everything by yourself, with next to no help. Homesteading alone means you need to figureContinue Reading
Homestead planning is tough. Trying to keep track of everything that’s happening at once is hard work and can lead to becoming overwhelmed quickly. No one likes confusion and mayhem right? Having a way to track what you need to accomplish for the days, weeks and even months can beContinue Reading
Choosing a homestead planner is no easy task. The planner must be right for you and your individual situation. Your planner becomes a written journey of your homestead. It shows your goals, your ideas and more. But before you run out and spend any money buying a planner, readContinue Reading
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Writing homestead goals is one of the most important tasks you will do whether you are just starting out or you are a seasoned homesteader. Well written goals will serve as the foundation for your homesteads future. As your homestead evolves and grows so will your goals. Where do theseContinue Reading
Homesteading is a hard journey that requires a lot of work and dedication. It requires planning and goal setting on a constant basis. It is all about looking ahead to see if you are traveling in the right direction. But all of the planning you do is useless if itContinue Reading
If you are thinking about raising pigs on your homestead you should learn everything you can before you purchase them. Pigs running amuck because they broke out of a pen and eating your entire vegetable garden is not the time to learn about what pigs need and want. Being well-preparedContinue Reading
Making a DIY emergency kit is easy and can be a lifesaver in an emergency. Having the right supplies on hand can alleviate some of the stress involved in an emergency situation. Do you know what the contents should be in your emergency kit? Well, that depends on the emergencyContinue Reading
Fire starters are a must have not just for homesteaders but for everyone. They are an important part of your preparation supplies in the case of an emergency. Starting a fire can be difficult after storms have passed and everything is soaked. Fire starters solve the problem of trying toContinue Reading