As homesteaders, we do a lot ourselves – DIY is just how things are done. Not to mention the feeling of creating something of your own – that sense of accomplishment and fulfillment is pretty hard to match. This time of year we … Read more
This post may contain affiliate links. We have been enjoying many summer showers lately. Compared to last year and the months of drought, I am not complaining about a single drop. Like most homesteaders, we try to make the most of our resources. Rainwater is … Read more
This time of year you cannot hardly enter a farm supply or feed store without hearing some peeping. Chickens are often the first animal raised when beginning to homestead. You don’t need much land, many homeowner’s associations and towns allow them (often hens only), and … Read more