10 New Reasons to Homestead Now
Homesteading is a quaint idea for old-school hippies and new-age vegans. Poor…
The Fine Art of Moonshine – The History of Moonshining
It was a simpler time, before railroads were built or the coal…
What Not to Do: Ten Homesteading Don’ts
We began our homesteading experience from scratch. At that time my husband…
Quilting: Recycling Made Beautiful
We didn’t invent recycling. Our ancestors did it by necessity. On the…
Homesteaders vs Survivalists
Homesteaders vs. Survivalists: Conflicting Interests or Alternative Routes to the Same Destination?…
How to Make Herbal Tinctures
Learn how to make herbal tinctures and liquid medicinals from herbs, berries,…
Foraging the Forest for Spring Edibles
It’s early spring. The bone-chilling winds of winter have finally given way…
When Coyotes Threaten Your Livestock
One evening as the sun slipped behind the Short Hills in Rockbridge…
The Beginner’s Guide to Becoming a Homesteader
Returning to the land is a desire that has coursed through the…
Black Gold: Make Your Own Natural Charcoal
We haven’t set the mountain on fire... yet. But it is always…
Homesteading Requires a Keen Edge: Knives on the Homestead
What’s the most oft-used tool on the homestead? Whether cutting vegetables for…
