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What We’d Tell Our Younger Homesteading Selves (After 20+ Years)
When Josh and I first started homesteading over twenty years ago, we didn’t even know that’s what it was called. We were just a
Mistakes We Made This Year… and What We Learned From Them
If there's one thing we have learned over the years of growing food, raising livestock, homeschooling a big family, and trying to run an
Building an Off-Grid Cabin for the Next Generation
Here on the homestead, everything we do is about more than just food, livestock, or resilience. It’s about building a legacy that lasts for
Why Homesteaders Quit (+ How to Make Sure You Don’t)
We’ve talked to thousands of homesteaders over the years, and there’s a pattern you can almost set your watch by: the early excitement, the
You Can Do This: Overcoming the “You Can’t” in Homesteading
Has anyone ever told you, “Hey, you can’t do that”? I’m guessing you’ve heard it before, especially if you’re walking this homesteading path. Those
A Big Apple Preservation Day on the Homestead
It’s officially apple season here on the homestead, and that means the kitchen is humming with the sounds and smells of preservation. This year,
Homestead Security: How to Protect Your Family, Livestock, and Property
Whether you’re in the city, suburbs, or deep in the country, one thing is true for every homesteader: your land, your animals, and your
Homestead Builds With Justin Rhodes
Justin Rhodes joined Josh in this episode of the Pantry Chat to discuss recovery on the homestead after Hurricane Helene and homestead builds, which
Essential Barn Tools for the Homestead
Having the right tool for the job makes any task less burdensome, and these essential barn tools can actually make the work enjoyable!
Frugal Living Tips for Homesteaders
Having a zero waste home is virtually impossible in today's world, but there are many things we can do to lessen our waste to
Barn Designs: Must-Haves for Proper Barn Management
If you're thinking about building a barn or remodeling an existing one, this blog post is a must-read before making any big decisions. Barn
What's New on the Homestead in March?
The snow is giving way to reveal the earth in many areas of the homestead, but we're still not out of the woods in
