Raising earthworms may be the easiest and most profitable "livestock" venture on your homestead. I’m not necessarily talking monetary profit, though it is possible to…
I like to tinker. I like things mechanical. A little music is good too, especially if it is creative. And I love things that are…
Lately, I've been watching some of the goings-on as a handful of people have been setting themselves up to live in the country, many for…
I love the idea of living on a homestead. When my husband and I were looking to purchase our first home, it didn't even occur…
For many people, the main incentive of raising chickens in the backyard is a fresh supply of eggs. I still remember the joy of picking…
A farmer goes to the bank every week, takes out $100 in ten dollar bills, then stands on the street selling the bills for $9…
It's often quite true—particularly with food—that simpler is better and this recipe is no exception. It's a big favorite of mine because not only is…
One of my favorite cartoons shows a politician giving a speech at one of those thousand-dollar-a-plate dinners. He's saying, "...And during my administration, we've created…
Mail order chicks are a great way to start a new flock on your homestead. However, if you have fertile eggs available, why not hatch…
Creating a backyard habitat is a fun, easy, and educational project in which the entire family can participate. It is a great way to practice…
Anyone old enough to remember the classic Looney Tunes cartoons is familiar with Pepé Le Pew, the amorous French skunk in relentless pursuit of romance.…
Even if you don’t have a large amount of land available, you can still learn valuable homesteading skills, grow your own food, and preserve the…