Tag: Homesteading
Cool Prepper Stuff I Can Only Dream About
Every prepper has goals, and then we have dreams, fantasies about all the cool gear we'd like to have. If only.
Cold Temperatures Bring Ice in All the Wrong Places
There's more to being a prepper than storing food; to be truly self-sufficient, you have to be able to fix things yourself.
Winter Storm, High Winds Arrive with a Vengeance
Its been on the news for days before it finally manifested, the winter had such high winds I consider it to have been a blizzard. And it's not over yet.
It Begins Again: Empty Grocery Store Shelves and how to Compensate
We lived with empty shelves after the panic buying of early 2020, but shortages today are caused by supply chain issues, not panic.
Snow Delights the Dog, but the Chickens Hate it
Winter finally arrives at the homestead with temperatures in the twenties and a few inches of snow. More cold is expected.
Another Warm Day Means More Homestead Chores Get Done
There is always some outside work waiting to be done. Why not do it when the weather is warm and the sun is shining?
I Discover a New Role for Shotguns on the Homestead
I've owned shotguns for decades and shot thousands of rounds, but I've never used it on the homestead like this before.
Should Preppers Know how to Fix Small Engines?
If the ships stop sailing, how long will you be able to keep your generator, chain saw, or other small engines running?
Looking Back One Year After Buying Our Prepper Property
After living with our house hunting decision for a year, we look back on what we have learned and would do differently.