If you ask homesteaders how much it costs to start and keep up the homestead, you’ll get a wide range of answers. How much it costs you to homestead will depend largely on where you live and your homesteading goals. But the good news is that homesteading on a budget is possible! Your budget doesn’t …...

Slow down. Look around. Go foraging. Since the beginning of time, people have gathered wild food to feed themselves – an act known as foraging.  Foraging is a must-know skill for homesteaders. If you know how to forage for safe edible plants and berries, you’ll be able to get needed sustenance. Not only can it …...

The goal of homesteading is to live a more self-sufficient lifestyle.  While it may not be possible for many to go off-grid, there are things you can do to get you closer to not relying on the system or others for survival.  It starts by asking yourself, whenever you go to pay a bill, buy …...

Homesteading is all about self-sufficiency, and composting is a key component of that lifestyle.  Tuning your kitchen and yard waste into nutrient-rich soil will help save money on fertilizers and grow healthier plants.  The problem is, composting can be a smelly, messy business if not done properly. So, how do you create the best...

When it comes to seed storage, choosing the right container is just as important as selecting the right seeds.  Proper storage of seeds can help maintain their viability, germination rate, and overall health. Choosing the right container can help protect your seeds from damage, moisture, pests, and temperature fluctuations.  Keep...