Most people think the biggest threat during any disaster are the lack of food, water or shelter. But there is a deadly, silent killer that many are not prepared for. This powerful silent killer is disease and infection. This video is a must-watch to learn how to protect yourself. Whenever a disaster or major cataclysmic … Read more
Did you know that you don’t need a ton of chemical-heavy, processed skincare products to look and feel younger and more vibrant? In fact, your homestead and garden could provide all you need to make more effective and healthier skincare products than any of the store-bought products you’ve used in the past. Lavender Body Lotion … Read more
Everyone loves farm animals, and many people would love to raise them. But of course, while the benefits of raising livestock are many, it can be a bit intimidating at first to dive in head first to the wide world of animal husbandry. Here’s a few suggestions for easy farm animals that are perfect for … Read more
One of the challenges of homesteading is getting off the grid completely, and the less your life is digitized, the more possible this is. Americans are quickly losing the last traces of self reliance by using digital everything, from media, newspapers, communication to even their home appliances and cars. Here are a list of a … Read more
The term “superfood” is very popular these days, and it’s often assigned to exotic, ridiculously priced food oddities like açaí berry or spirulina. But superfoods are not just for rich people, there’s plenty of everyday foods that are rich in nutrients and worthy of being called super. Every day foods like oats, eggs, butter, milk, … Read more
We all know how many unpronounceable additives there are on ingredient labels these days, and it can be overwhelming trying to decipher even seemingly natural food brand’s ingredients. Because we don’t all have time to Google every ingredient in the supermarket isle, here are five healthy-sounding ingredients that should be avoided. Enriched Wheat Enriched wheat … Read more
Goats are awesome. They’re fun, cute, useful, slightly weird, and low-budget and low-maintenance options for livestock. If you’re not convinced, below are five great reasons to get goats. 1. Milk I don’t know about you but I personally don’t need any more reason than this. Goat milk is delicious, and what’s better than loads of … Read more
As summer is winding down, many crops planted in spring and early summer are ready to be harvested and your garden beds are getting bare. But you don’t have to go fallow just yet-here are a few great options for crops you can plant in August for Fall or Winter harvest. Kale The choice vegetable of … Read more