Canning is a method of food preservation which, when done correctly, can prolong your food’s shelf life indefinitely. That said, dry canning isn’t quite the same. I’ve talked a little bit about dry canning before, but I wanted to know more about it and answer a question that I see often online: is dry canning …
When I was a kid, we had a small farm with various animals – including chickens. Now, because I was just a few years old at the time, I only have vague memories of collecting eggs from the chicken coops, walking over dust, and watching as the chickens rolled around in said dust. Chickens are …
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One thing any homesteader can appreciate is just how valuable their animals are. We do the best that we can to keep them safe and healthy. Of course, we can’t prevent everything from happening and sometimes they do get hurt or sick. Chickens, and birds in general, are fragile and can be injured very easily …
When you’re living off the grid, it’s important to make sure that you can use all resources at your disposal. You must keep your animals healthy if you intend to use them for meat, dairy, and, in the case of chickens, eggs. With all that said, all animals enjoy a good treat from time to …
Ah, fall! A time when the weather begins to cool as summer fades away towards the winter season. This is probably my favorite of the four seasons because it’s not hot but it’s not freezing cold; it’s somewhere in the middle. Fall is also the time where the leaves start changing colors from the usual …
Over the past few years, we’ve seen a serious push towards renewable energy sources for electricity. This is certainly environmentally friendly but switching over to something like solar power is awfully expensive so many of us will likely stick with the conventional electricity for now. This means that we have to find ways to save …
Preserving food is crucial when you’re living off the grid; if your food supply goes bad; you go hungry. Storing your preserved food properly is also crucial; improper storage can cause the food to spoil. One such way to preserve food – specifically meats – is to make pemmican. It’s fairly easy to make and …
Mulch is a layer of material that you spread over the surface of your soil when you want to improve fertility, reduce weed growth, improve/change the visual aesthetic, and/or to improve moisture retention. Is woodchip mulch good for your garden? Yes, it is. Woodchip mulch improves the overall health and moisture retention of your soil …
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Strawberries are a popular fruit commonly used in desserts. The mixed sweet and sour flavor is perfect for a variety of sweet treats including strawberries and cream and chocolate fondue. What about wild strawberries though? We’re commonly taught that if you don’t know what it is, don’t touch it. We’re also told not to eat …
Dehydrated foods are a staple among hikers and backpackers because it’s tasty and has a long shelf-life. You can mix and match depending on what you want to eat while on a hike and keep a fully stocked ‘pantry’ in your pack. Meat, fruits, veggies, herbs and so on provide ample variety while out and …
