Anthony Okrongly

Emergency Food Storage

As a homesteader and a prepper, I believe in having stored food.  However, there's the smart way to do it…

4 months ago

Secrets to Turning a Rent-to-Own Storage Building into a House, Part One

In ten years on my homestead, I have built many buildings from scratch, including living spaces, some better than others.…

7 months ago

Why I’m a Homesteader (The Secrets of Homesteading)

There is an imaginary picture of "Homesteading" that revolves around being entirely self-sufficient from your land. Chickens for eggs, goats…

11 months ago

Darkness Tomorrow: No Electricity for A Year

"Honey, did you pay the electric bill?" "Yes, I paid it." "Then why did the electricity go off?" "Look outside…

1 year ago

The Trials and Triumphs of a Composting Toilet

When building a homestead from scratch, almost anything goes. This is especially true when your homestead is away from city…

1 year ago

Raising Meat Rabbits: Lessons Learned Back to Front

If you have never raised rabbits for meat, here is your no-BS primer.  Instead of starting at the beginning of…

1 year ago

Anyone Can Become an Artist on the Homestead

“Can you please bring more cups? We keep selling out.” That’s what the owner of the antique shop said to…

1 year ago

The 4-Hour Homestead Workweek

I’m about to share a secret recipe for peace, tranquility, and income on the homestead. First, a little background. My…

2 years ago

Create a Future-Proof Homestead: Planning for Climate and Cultural Changes

Tooting My Own Horn (Briefly). At the beginning of 2020, I predicted (and gave concrete plans on how to mitigate)…

2 years ago

The Ultimate Guide to Farm-Friendly Dogs

My wife and I are homesteading dog-trainers.  In our duties as dog trainers, we have brought almost every conceivable breed…

2 years ago

Your Car Insurance Doesn’t Cover You, Guaranteed!

You're probably asking, "Hey, Tony, what does car insurance have to do with homesteading?" Well, if you're like me, then…

2 years ago

Easy Homestead Moonshine

Welcome to the short-and-sweet easy homestead moonshine guide.  I’m going to skip all the lengthy legal disclaimers.  I’m not telling…

2 years ago