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Preparing the Homestead for Winter, Part Two: The Machinery

If you haven't yet, read Preparing the Homestead for Winter, Part One:…

Doug Smith Doug Smith

Preparing the Homestead for Winter, Part Three: The Animals

Preparing the Homestead for Winter, Part One: The Buildings Preparing the Homestead…

Doug Smith Doug Smith

Using Beeswax Around the Homestead

Beeswax is a versatile by-product of honey production and a very valuable…

Regina Anneler Regina Anneler

Fall Chores on the Homestead: Autumn is Among Us

After a busy and productive spring and summer growing season, it is…

Jenny Flores Jenny Flores

Become Rich by Being Poor on Purpose

My engineer friend in Dallas said, “This is the third year my…

Anthony Okrongly Anthony Okrongly

Seasons in the Garden: Time Waits for No Homesteader

I need some beans to go with dinner so I grab a…

Anjulie Lohuis Anjulie Lohuis

Crafting Country Wines

Homemade wines are easy and quick to create.  Not only can you…

Marlene Affeld Marlene Affeld

Living Off-Grid Wherever You Are – Going Off-Grid Gradually

Living off-grid has only in recent times become a “trend.”  Up until…

Wren Everett Wren Everett

Adam vs. the Post Pounder

As far as I can tell, the blame lies squarely with Prince…

Sue Dick Sue Dick

First Aid on the Homestead: When Humans Get Hurt

If you’re a homesteader or you have homesteading friends or family, you’ll…

Rebecca Hallock Rebecca Hallock

This Land is (Not) Your Land: Homesteading for Renters

For centuries now, owning a home or plot of land has been…

Gavin Schriver Gavin Schriver

Darkness Tomorrow: No Electricity for A Year

"Honey, did you pay the electric bill?" "Yes, I paid it." "Then…

Anthony Okrongly Anthony Okrongly

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