Mountainous Colorado makes for beautiful scenery and ski slopes, but the state’s geography can make farming and homesteading a little challenging. The state has the highest elevation of any other state, averaging 6,800 feet above sea level across the Centennial State (so named because it achieved statehood a century
Find the Best Vegetables to Grow in Colorado with this Ultimate Guide. You'll even learn why you should grow them and how to grow them in Colorado!
The Colorado Homestead Law prevents a forced sale of a home to meet demands of creditors, provides a surviving spouse with shelter, provides a tax exemption
Here's what you need to know about Colorado off-grid laws for rainwater harvesting, wells, electricity, outhouses, compost toilets and more.
If you're thinking about starting a Colorado vegetable garden this post provides pictures and the advice you'll need. High elevation gardening tips and advice.
Mountainous Colorado makes for beautiful scenery and ski slopes, but the state’s geography can make farming and homesteading a little challenging. The state has the highest elevation of any other state, averaging 6,800 feet above sea level across the Centennial State (so named because it achieved statehood a century
Find the Best Herbs to Grow in Colorado with this Ultimate Guide. You'll even learn why you should grow them and how to grow them in Colorado!
How to homestead with monthly to do lists. Homesteading tasks organized by season so you can see the yearly flow of homestead living
Own a uniquely beautiful and secluded homestead in the central Colorado mountains near Salida. 23.85 wooded acres with a seasonal pond and live water await you. Sit on the front porch and enjoy views of the countryside and mountains. If weather permits you can roast marshmallows in the firepit with your guests. This is a […]
I made many mistakes when I just started my homesteading journey. Here are all 8 of the costliest mistakes and how you can avoid them.
This three-building home on a two-acre lot in the Aspen Valley has space for a crowd
We'll go over some of the homestead startup costs, and how to start a homestead from scratch with nothing and little to no finances. You've read up on what homesteading is, you've set some first year homesteading goals, and now you're ready to get started! But wait! You're just making it by on paycheck to
Lots of people dream of building a homestead from scratch, but worry about the cost to do so. Is it expensive? How can you reduce your cost? We'll explore the cost to build a homestead from scratch, including our experience building a cordwood house on raw land.
Homesteading is hard! Here's my 10 must-have items to make homesteading easier - and where to buy them.
Pride of the Pantry Plots community garden in Cascade, Idaho, at an elevation of 4,760 feet above sea level. The community garden includes 40 raised beds with low tunnel hoop frames that was constructed at the food pantry to grow fresh local food in a high elevation environment. |
Here's how Lamar Alexander built this cute little 400 square foot cabin for approximately $2000, and powers it with a 570 watt solar and wind power system.
Find the Best Vegetables to Grow in Colorado with this Ultimate Guide. You'll even learn why you should grow them and how to grow them in Colorado!
Homesteady has been homesteading for years and has learned a lot along the way, so there is a lot of wisdom in his videos.
Experiencing Buddhist teachings through care for the land and the planet
SUPER helpful list of how to get started with some of the best ways for making money farming - even on just a SMALL homestead!
A Republican lawmaker joined the push for solar agriculture (or agrivoltaics), priming Colorado to become a national leader
Join Nicole and Sherie Caffey of the CSU Pueblo Extension office as they talk about the Master Gardener program and tips for new gardeners
Explore ron_meiners' 375 photos on Flickr!
The newly passed infrastructure bill could lead to a boom in solar production requiring a lot more land, including farmland. But research is showing solar panels might actually help grow some crops.
Wondering how to do it all on your permaculture site? Learn how to break down all your dreams into bite-sized phases of development.
If you are just starting out on your homestead journey, you're going to love this collection of tips and ideas from some amazing frugal homesteading blogs. Be sure to save for later!
Stunning design of a ranch in Aspen Colorado.
If you live in the Front Range including Denver, Boulder and Colorado Springs – you'll learn that spring is hail season in Colorado! Every year gardeners are in tears over hail-damaged gardens. In recent years, many gardeners have learned to add removable covers for their garden to protect their precious spring seedlings from getting pummeled by our more and more frequent hail storms. Hail Protection for Colorado GardensGreenhouse Film for Hail Protection in ColoradoOur Colorado Hoop Houses prot
Join Nicole and Sherie Caffey of the CSU Pueblo Extension office as they talk about the Master Gardener program and tips for new gardeners
I'm relieved I didn't have Tiktok six years ago because the pull to get our homestead would have been so strong. I would have rushed for something I wasn't ready for because of comparison. It's
Ready to jump into the world of homesteading? Start with these seven homesteading skills that you can begin mastering today.
Considering starting a homestead in Wisconsin? In this article, we'll talk about exactly what you need to know about Wisconsin homesteading.
Homesteading after 40...is it a midlife crisis or the perfect time to start? For me, the timing couldn't have been more perfect.
SUPER helpful list of how to get started with some of the best ways for making money farming - even on just a SMALL homestead!
Foods just taste better when you pick it yourself!
Follow our companion planting chart and plans in your vegetable garden to attract pollinators, increase yields, natural pest control and more.
If you're thinking about starting a Colorado vegetable garden this post provides pictures and the advice you'll need. High elevation gardening tips and advice.
