As political instability, riots, natural and manmade disasters become more of a threat, people the world over are planning for situations when there will not be sufficient food available on the shelves of stores, when it won’t be possible to grow your own produce, and when foraged food may be contaminated. So as the Boy… [read more]
The Homesteader’s Guide to Prepping for Blackouts
Are you prepared for a power outage? A power outage could happen at any time due to weather, accidents, terrorism, or any other innumerable possibilities. Outages can last from a few minutes to a few days and even weeks. It is hard to imagine what life would be like should the power go out for… [read more]
Fire Preparedness on the Homestead
When I evacuated my family during the Yale Road fire, I will always remember the fire tornado headed straight for my homestead. I watched in horror as this massive-spinning nightmare tunnel headed straight for my house. A gust of wind came in and pushed it just by my home. It ended up burning down a… [read more]
3 Ways To Cook Off Grid With Off Grid Cooking Appliances
Getting processed foods out of your diet as much as possible is the best way to better health. That means cooking at home, with fresh ingredients from scratch. What do you do if it’s too hot to be cooking? Or, if the power is out due to a storm? Do you just run through the… [read more]
Is Air Conditioning a Necessity or a Luxury?
I live in a part of the world where electricity, although pricey at times, is widely available. With just a moment of plug in time, you can power a stove, washer, dryer, fridge, fans, computers and you can control the indoor environment in which you live. Too cold? Turn on the furnace. Too hot? Just… [read more]
Camping Hacks {More Than 30 Of The Best DIY Tips and Tricks!}
Are you ready to go camping this year? Here are some of my favorite tried and true camping hacks, along with some of the best camping tips and tricks ever to help you get the most fun from your time in the “wild”. The most outdoorsy of us like to go camping all year round, in… [read more]
Seasons on the Homestead
There are 4 seasons on the homestead, and each one has it’s own benefits and challenges. Let’s explore the seasons on the homestead. I have a wonderful friend who constantly tells me, “I can’t wait until we can do what you are doing.”. Meaning, she wants to be an urban homesteader. Sure, it’s all cute… [read more]
How to Hard Cook Eggs in a Solar Oven
Summer is my favorite season. Truly. Everything in the garden is in full swing, the chickens are laying eggs non stop, new life is growing all around the homestead. It’s a great time to experiment with new recipes with veggies from the garden as well. But, the heat in the kitchen from cooking is unbearable… [read more]
Things to Keep in Your Car in the Summer
With the easier travels and milder weather in the Summer, it’s easy to forget that you can still have emergencies. You can have a flat tire, engine issues, or someone get hurt at the park. It’s important to have an emergency kit in your vehicle all year, and update it for the Summer months. A… [read more]
Debunking Some of the “Amish Lifestyle” myths
Living “The Amish Lifestyle” is a common phrase these days, especially among homesteaders. To many, it conveys a simpler lifestyle, with whole foods, family, and faith combined into daily living. Many see the Amish as eating only organic foods, not vaccinating their children, living off their land only, and living the life we all dream… [read more]