Land

The Single Girl’s Guide to Buying a Homestead

If I were to just say the word “homestead” what would you envision? Maybe a family with several kids on…

1 year ago

The Ideal Country Home

Except in the 1516 novel by Sir Thomas More, Utopia is said to be impossible.  That is probably a blessing—it…

1 year ago

You Can Afford Your Homestead Dream..You May Not Recognize it at First.

Do you dream of one day owning a homestead of your own, a place where you can raise animals and…

2 years ago

Growing Currants on the Homestead

Growing currants on your homestead provides several benefits. A perennial plant that can be productive for up to ten years.…

2 years ago

Crofting Life

A croft is a smallholding (a parcel of rural land under 10 acres) that is rented from a landowner.  Crofting…

2 years ago

The Benefits of Bats on the Homestead

Bats are among the most misunderstood creatures on the planet. For centuries, these flying mammals have been associated with evil…

2 years ago

We’re not Playing, ‘Possum: Opossums are Actually Good for the Homestead

My first up-close encounter with an opossum was one evening many years ago when I went to get feed for…

2 years ago

Zen and the Sport of Scything: Tai-chi or Golf?

I have to cut some hay.  It’s one of those must-do things.  If I put it off, I pay the…

2 years ago

Eco-Landscaping Can Trim Home Energy Costs

Especially in this time of inflation and rising energy costs, heating and air conditioning can take a big chunk out…

2 years ago

Homesteading Blunders

I would assume that most people reading this are either homesteaders or folks with homesteading in their heart.  I believe…

2 years ago