Just a little bit about what we have been doing this past month at Lucky Duck Acres. Some of our growth along with our challenges.
planting a vegetable garden for the first time? check out these tips for a successful harvestWhether you live in a bustling city or a quiet countryside, achieving a successful vegetable garden a is an amazing goal. In today's fast-paced world, finding a harmonious balance between urban living and the natural charm of growing plants is
Come along as we welcome Spring at Our California Homestead and share with you some highlights of the season and what life is like here.
This week I received all our yearly seed catalogs, and, as usual, started planning feverishly. How many is too many weird and wonderful heirloom
Come along as we welcome Spring at Our California Homestead and share with you some highlights of the season and what life is like here.
planting a vegetable garden for the first time? check out these tips for a successful harvestWhether you live in a bustling city or a quiet countryside, achieving a successful vegetable garden a is an amazing goal. In today's fast-paced world, finding a harmonious balance between urban living and the natural charm of growing plants is
We’ve taught our kids since the time they could walk, to wear neon when they’re outside, run to the high side when the equipment is coming, and they aren’t allowed in open cabs. Three rules that...
The Amish have it right when it comes to a lot of things, especially when it comes to off-grid living. Let's learn some skills we can acquire!
Let’s be real today. A couple messages in my inbox this week have insinuated that I’ve only been able to do all this landscaping because I have a rich husband. 😜 here’s the ACTUAL truth! My husband...
The handmade life is a busy one full of practical necessities. We can become more efficient by using down-time to improve homesteading skills with easily available online and local courses.
Come along as we welcome Spring at Our California Homestead and share with you some highlights of the season and what life is like here.
The handmade life is a busy one full of practical necessities. We can become more efficient by using down-time to improve homesteading skills with easily available online and local courses.
We can always use equipment that aides our farm life! These are five amazing must have products for your homestead.
Needs a gift for homesteaders? Here you will find the ultimate guide of 100 amazing useful gifts for homesteaders no matter where they live.
Come along as we welcome Spring at Our California Homestead and share with you some highlights of the season and what life is like here.
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!
If you are starting your homestead journey or you need to re-evaluate your current setup, check out this list of practical homesteading essentials.
When it comes to homesteading you don't need a ton of land. Here are ten steps to starting your one acre homestead.
Tips for busy working couples on how to build a home or homestead from scratch without losing your sanity. Ideas for communicating, staying on track, and building the home of your dreams successfully without going crazy.
There can be a lot of information out there when learning how to start a homestead. But don’t feel overwhelmed! Taking it one step at a time and making small changes can help you adjust your lifestyle the easiest way. Only some people can jump into a self-sufficient homesteading lifestyle both feet in. Learn as...Read More
Winter is definitely not a time to rest for the homesteader. There are dozens of things you can do, which we've outlined in a quick list.
Does it seem overwhelming to start a homestead from scratch? This guide will help you bust through doubt and discomfort to achieve your dreams.
Learn how to embrace the homesteader lifestyle and start homesteading TODAY, even if you don't have an actual homestead. Please note: This post may contain affiliate links, for our full disclosure click HERE. Homesteading is all of the rage these days, and for good reason. Its a kickback on modern society, and it challenges people in
Learning about Sherwin-Williams Alpaca can help you decide if this color will appear gray or beige in your space. Use my review details to get the best qualities out of this natural looking paint color.
Homesteading can be deceiving. When you first get into it, it can seem so quaint, innocent, and simple. After all, what can be more romantic and simplistic than building a compost pile, canning your own food, and frolicking with your goat herd out in the pasture? When we bought our property in 2008, no sooner did […]
There are a few different alternative building methods when it comes to house building. Maybe you are looking for a more affordable way or a more creative way...
Are you homestead dreaming? Do you want to simplify your life? Do you want to live more traditionally and be more self-sufficient? Here's how we began our own homestead journey a few years ago...And here is how you can start your own homesteading life, no matter where you live! Find out the step-by-
Every gardener will have to deal with aphids at one point or another. How do you protect your crop from this pest without resorting to harsh and dangerous chemicals? I've collected the top 9 all natural ways to deal with aphids to help you!
There’s a hint of fall in the cool morning air. The tips of the leaves are turning golden and russet. I watched them fall around me ...
There can be a lot of information out there when learning how to start a homestead. But don’t feel overwhelmed! Taking it one step at a time and making small changes can help you adjust your lifestyle the easiest way. Only some people can jump into a self-sufficient homesteading lifestyle both feet in. Learn as...Read More
