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Burnout on the Homestead: It’s Not All for Everyone

Nobody’s life is without challenges.  But we homesteaders are among the demographic…

Kathy Bernier Kathy Bernier

Realize Your Resolutions

Happy New Year, Homesteader! Another year is behind us, a fresh slate…

Jenny Flores Jenny Flores

Homemade Cheese in an Ultra-pasteurized World

In an era where all things labeled "do-it-yourself" or "DIY" are gaining…

Kimi Ceridon Kimi Ceridon

Celebrate a Buy-Nothing Christmas

It always surprises me how quickly we are encouraged to move from…

Jenny Flores Jenny Flores

Emergency Food Storage

As a homesteader and a prepper, I believe in having stored food.…

Anthony Okrongly Anthony Okrongly

Helpful Homestead Hacks: Work Easier, Relax Harder

Homesteading can be tough, but there are tips and tricks—hacks—for any area…

Jenny Flores Jenny Flores

Cooking on a Wood Cookstove

Although my husband and I are not off the grid, we don't…

Karen Zlattner Karen Zlattner

The Deadliest Homesteading Mistake

They came from the city. They were prepared. They were prepared for…

Neil Shelton Neil Shelton

Home Winterization Anyone Can Tackle

There's something romantic or heartwarming about seeing a home in a clearing…

Doug Smith Doug Smith

Making Small-batch Maple Syrup on the Homestead

When my kids were little, someone gave me a recipe for maple-flavored…

May Woodworth May Woodworth

Stocking the Winter Larder

If you’re like me, the shorter days and cooler temps bring on…

Jo Ann Abell Jo Ann Abell

Homestead Gift-giving Guide: The Best Gifts for Homesteaders

I remember at least one of my Christmas gifts from 1970.  I…

Doug Smith Doug Smith