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Are There Holes In Your Preparedness Plan?

Composting with worms

A Quickly-Made, Cheap Minnow Trap

Avoiding Botulism When Canning Food

In the garden

Ten Of The Most Nutritious Herbs

By Jesse Trail Most of us are aware of the nutritional benefits of fruits and vegetables; however, not too many know the important nutritional benefits...

Repotting Plants

Melon Pits, Sheet Composting, And Compost Tea

Rethinking The Weeds

Tips For The New Gardener

In the workshop

A Quickly-Made, Cheap Minnow Trap

Hunting With The Ancient Atlatl

Keeping Garden Tools Sharp

Sew Reusable Gift Bags

In the self-reliant home

Are There Holes In Your Preparedness Plan?

Little Ones On The Homestead

By Melissa SouzaEverywhere I go around the homestead I have four little ones following close behind me, two of which always have their boots...

How We Homeschool

By Melissa Souza I have a degree in Early Childhood Education and taught in the public school system for three years. As soon as my...

In the barnyard

The circle of homesteading

By Patrice Lewis It all started one day about 20 years ago when I was cleaning the barn. My task involved shoveling manure into a compost...

Managing the dairy goat buck

Easy shepherding with Shetland sheep

These Six Easy Tips Will Help Protect Your Dog’s Health

Off To A Good Start — Newborn Goats And The First...

In the woods

Impromptu Shelters

Harvesting Wild Blackberries

Dangerous Snakes Of The Backwoods

Catching And Cooking Crayfish

The Many Uses Of The Slippery Elm Tree

Harvesting Wild Plants For Food And Medicinal Purposes

In the kitchen

Feta Cheese

Croquettes — The Super Duper Meat Stretcher

How To Brew Mead At Home

Zucchini: The Most Versatile Fruit In Your Garden

Homemade Condiments Add A Gourmet Touch To Almost Any Meal

Add Spice To Your Life With Fire Cider

Feasting On Dandelions

Apple Preserves