Tag: Firewood

Like the war in Ukraine, things with the economy seem to be sputtering along in fits and starts. What should we believe? What should we do?

Just because its cold, snowy and windy doesn't mean there isn't work to be done. Thankfully, much of it can be done inside.

The blizzard behind us, the warm temperatures provide relief for people and livestock and a chance to do homestead chores.

The cold is giving us a rest as outdoor chores dwindle and we have time to relax and step back from the demands of homesteading.

Here are the details on how we insulate and wrap our hives to give our bees an added chance to survive the winter, plus a farm inflation report.

A rainy day gives a much-needed rest from outdoor activities, helps the drought, and heralds the beginning of winter

When you heat with wood, it changes how you look at the forest around you. Every tree looks like a potential source of heat.

It's been a busy spring, but that didn't stop us from doing a minor renovation to our garage and adding a new door.

They say you gotta make hay when the sun shines. Around here, we make firewood, practice beekeeping, and do other outdoor chores.

As our last frost date is behind us and temperatures rise, we "spring" into full speed, as do our bees and the plants in our garden beds.