Don't have a traditional homestead yet, but you're still wanting to feel like a homesteader?! Check out this list of 27 homesteading skills you can practice up on before you have an ACTUAL homestead. Please note: This post may contain affiliate links, for our full disclosure click HERE. Are you interested in jumping into homesteading, even
In this post we’ll explore some basic homestead layout principles and share our 5 acre homestead layout as an example.
Don't have a traditional homestead yet, but you're still wanting to feel like a homesteader?! Check out this list of 27 homesteading skills you can practice up on before you have an ACTUAL homestead. Please note: This post may contain affiliate links, for our full disclosure click HERE. Are you interested in jumping into homesteading, even
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
How did primitive potters harvest clay? People have been making pottery for millennia, and convenient hobby shops have only been a thing for a few decades at best. Before that, people harvested their own clay
Homesteading is a lifestyle of self-sufficiency. It is about producing as much food and other necessities as possible on your own land, and being prepared for anything that comes your way. Homesteaders often work toward the goal of living sustainably and being as self-sufficient as possible. This guide outlines self sufficient homesteading with a focus […]
Winter on the homestead isn't boring or gloomy. It's the time of the year when we focus on winter homesteading activities to make our next year even better.
Homesteading can offer an incredibly rewarding and healthy lifestyle. While living on a homestead, you’ll enjoy fresh and delicious food and get lots of exercise. That said, it’s certainly not for everyone. There are plenty of disadvantages of homesteading to consider. Homesteading is time-consuming and requires an enormous amount of labor. You’ll also have to […]
Whether you are an urban or suburban homesteader, or you live on a 50-acre farm, this list of homesteading skills can help you!
57 Homesteading Skills for 2022 Wandering Hoof Ranch may […]
A self-sufficient homestead checklist can help you build the hobby farm of your dreams. If you are a homestead beginner and not sure where to start, this checklist will help.
In this post we’ll explore some basic homestead layout principles and share our 5 acre homestead layout as an example.
Self-reliant living starts with re-skilling, and unless you have a mentor handy, there's no better way than hitting the books. These are my favorite books for self reliant living, and they're taught me more than
Wondering about homesteading for beginners? Hear my story on how I became a homesteader -- plus get my best tips for beginning a homesteading life now!
Here are 50 skills every homesteader needs. Ideas for a self-sufficient, urban & frugal life. Get your homesteading dream going! It’s homesteading for beginners with little money, right where you are.
When most people think of homesteading, they imagine living in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by miles of farmland. You don’t have to live on a farm to homestead. You can do it in the city too! Even if you live in an apartment. Urban homesteading is becoming more and more popular, as people are […]
Modern homesteading can look many different ways. Here's a list of skills that can inspire you to reach your homesteading goals- give 'em a try!
At this point there are more than 700 articles on Practical Self Reliance, and there's just so much information that it's hard to know where to start. Here are all the most popular articles, sorted
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
With the way the economy is going as of late, it’s imperative to have several plans for survival in place. Homesteading is a great way to start learning how to supply yourself and your family…
Want to raise a self-sufficient child? Check out these essential homesteading skills that every kid should know.
Vintage frugal tips for your homestead. It is no secret that the generations that came before us seemed to know these frugal tips as a way of life.
My end goal in life is to live off grid. I don't know if I will ever accomplish that, but I can dream. I know what it takes from my experience of living in a
Modern homesteading can look many different ways. Here's a list of skills that can inspire you to reach your homesteading goals- give 'em a try!
When most people think of homesteading, they imagine living in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by miles of farmland. You don’t have to live on a farm to homestead. You can do it in the city too! Even if you live in an apartment. Urban homesteading is becoming more and more popular, as people are […]
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
In this modern world we are losing touch with some old fashioned traditional skills that we really should preserve. You don't need to even own land to embrace
How did primitive potters harvest clay? People have been making pottery for millennia, and convenient hobby shops have only been a thing for a few decades at best. Before that, people harvested their own clay
57 Homesteading Skills for 2022 Wandering Hoof Ranch may […]
Homesteading is a lifestyle of self-sufficiency. It is about producing as much food and other necessities as possible on your own land, and being prepared for anything that comes your way. Homesteaders often work toward the goal of living sustainably and being as self-sufficient as possible. This guide outlines self sufficient homesteading with a focus […]
Homesteading - Become more self-reliant with gardening, food storage, homestead animals, home remedies, recipes, solar, preparedness and more.
Looking for the best homesteading books? Reading is a great way to get ideas, find tips & learn skills! Here are resources full of helpful, practical, DIY, & frugal information—books, websites & more!
One of the most exciting ways to sink in your roots at your homestead is planting fruit trees. Here are 5 things to consider before planting your orchard.
We've all seen them. Those huge listicles with ideas for making money on your homestead. A laundry list of things that could potentially bring in income, but mostly just a few dollars here or there.
The last couple of days I have given you 12 months of frugal living and 12 months of healthier living. Today I'm going to share my last one which is 12 months to homesteading. If you've always wanted to know how to start homesteading, you'll want to keep reading. This post contains affiliate links.
Want to set your children on the path of health, success, and appreciation? Find the best homesteading skills to teach your children today!
Homesteading can offer an incredibly rewarding and healthy lifestyle. While living on a homestead, you’ll enjoy fresh and delicious food and get lots of exercise. That said, it’s certainly not for everyone. There are plenty of disadvantages of homesteading to consider. Homesteading is time-consuming and requires an enormous amount of labor. You’ll also have to […]
Are you homestead dreaming? That dream might be closer than you think! Find out what homestead skills you can start practicing NOW, no matter where you are!
If you're curious about greater self sufficiency, these modern homesteading ideas are perfect for beginners! Get all the how tos for getting started on your homesteading journey, plus advice to help you afford the start up costs.
When I first learned that there was someone successfully growing spices like ginger, turmeric, cumin and vanilla at home in North Carolina, my mind was honestly blown. I had honestly never considered it could even be possible to grow "exotic" spices like these at home in North America. But Tasha Greer, author of the brand
In the gentle morning light, a rhythmic swish breaks the stillness as a blade sweeps through the tall grass, laying it down in neat rows. This serene scene encapsulates the ancient art of scything, a traditional method of mowing and reaping that dates back to a time before the clamor of gasoline engines echoed through […]
Goals to set for your first year of homesteading that you can actually reach! One family's goal suggestions for any first year homesteader.
Don't have a traditional homestead yet, but you're still wanting to feel like a homesteader?! Check out this list of 27 homesteading skills you can practice up on before you have an ACTUAL homestead. Please note: This post may contain affiliate links, for our full disclosure click HERE. Are you interested in jumping into homesteading, even
At this point there are more than 700 articles on Practical Self Reliance, and there's just so much information that it's hard to know where to start. Here are all the most popular articles, sorted
Our homesteading family of five has lived off one small income for over a decade and here we share our 14 frugal homestead ideas to thrive on any budget.
