Homesteading

It’s not always easy to figure out how to start homesteading when you’re strapped for cash, but with some creative thinking and a little bit of hard work you can start on your journey to an independent lifestyle. After all, if the idea behind you beginning homesteading is to be more frugal and independent, then… Continue Reading

Homesteading doesn’t mean you have to own 1,836,301 acres of land, nor do you have to dress or speak a certain way. Homesteading [hohm-sted-ing] v. 1 the act of transforming a home into a property that produces some or all of its residents own food and other subsistence needs. v. 2 participation in home-based activities… Continue Reading

In our society, growing food yourself has become the most radical of acts. It is truly the only effective protest, one that can—and will—overturn the corporate powers that be. By the process of directly working in harmony with nature, we do the one thing most essential to change the world—we change ourselves. -Jules Dervaes Space… Continue Reading

What a joy to announce the birth of twin baby doelings! Yesterday afternoon, much to my excitement, our sweet Nigerian Dwarf Goat — Lizzy — gave birth to her first kids. I knew the day was coming very soon… …and as I was working in the kitchen, her continuous bleating caught my attention. As soon as I stepped outside, I… Continue Reading

Ever since our family made the move out of the city into the country, life here at the ranch has been in constant growth and change. Chickens, dairy goats, and meat birds came quickly. But our gardening efforts were slow and challenging (as I shared with you here last summer). That was until, we planted a… Continue Reading

“Of all the forms of livestock, chickens put meat on your table with the least amount of time and effort. In a matter of weeks your chicken-keeping chores are over and your freezer is full of tasty, healthful poultry.” –The Backyard Homestead Guide to Raising Farm Animals A few weeks ago I wrote to you… Continue Reading