Tag: Homesteading
No Blizzard for us! More Time for Chores
While bad weather seems to have cut a swatch from California to Minnesota, we escaped and the bees and I both used the time productively.
Is Micro Hydro Power an Option for our House?
We have multiple streams running along and across our property. Are any of them suitable to hydropower, and hows does it compare to solar?
Two years of Homesteading Lessons
We've been homesteading for two years now. We've made some mistakes and learned some lessons that might help you in the future.
Tackling Winter Projects on the Homestead
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.
How to Avoid Chicken Feed Problems
Are your chickens laying normally this winter? Some are blaming a lack of eggs on Tractor Supply. Here's what to do if your egg production is down.
Bird Flu, Egg Prices and the Future
With the price of eggs and other staples soaring in the grocery store, consider raising your own food before you miss your chance.
My Bees and Electric Fence are Costing me Money
Homesteading takes investment of time ad money. Sometimes it is planned; other times it catches you by surprise.
Take the Plunge! How to Get Out of the Cities While...
What's stopping you form moving to your prepper property? Are you afraid to leave the city? Worried about how you will make a living?
My Best Preps for 2022 and Plans for 2023
Reviewing our 2022 prepping accomplishments and looking ahead to what we plan to do in 2023.
After the Blizzard, a Comparative Heatwave
The blizzard behind us, the warm temperatures provide relief for people and livestock and a chance to do homestead chores.










