There's nothing quite like a big weekend breakfast. Hearty and filling, it warms the soul after a rough week at work or a long weekend…
I'm just going to start this out by saying that I LOVE tamales. They've been a Shelton-family favorite for over 30 years. I grew up…
The first livestock most new homesteaders bring home to the farm are chickens—and rightly so. Here's how to start raising chickens from scratch. They’re small, relatively…
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…
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…
When I moved to this two-acre croft in Iowa, just outside Iowa City, I was pleased to become part of the management of a flock…
Five years ago, my husband and I designed and built our backyard chicken coop. The design was based on photos of a friend's chicken coop and…
I have learned to accept the gentle smiles and assumptions of others when the subject of chickens is mentioned. It is always assumed that there…
Is any homestead complete without ducks? I don’t believe so; we've been raising six ducks since this spring and we sure enjoy them! I must…
We're right in the thick of one of the busiest times of the year for many folks. Holiday parties, out-of-town guests, family gatherings-not to mention…
Our fear of snakes seems almost primal. Indeed, along with fear of falling and fear of the dark, it’s, more or less, a universal fear. …
Half-caff. You coffee drinkers know the term. It’s not quite the "real" thing but still your favorite drink, with enough kick to enjoy. It’s something…