Bison and Buffalo are animals that are commonly confused for one another. Why? Because back in the good ol’ days before the advent of the internet, the early settlers thought the two animals were the same or, at least, similar. They didn’t have a ton of resources with which to identify that these were in …
There are many reasons people take sponge baths instead of just jumping in the bath or shower. In South Africa, the population consists of roughly 60 million people. Of the 60 million people, only 48 million have legal access to electricity for heating water; only 13 million have access to piped water; the majority of …
I’ve said this before but it’s something that bears repeating homesteaders really appreciate their animals. Whether it’s their dogs and cats, or livestock animals, they understand and appreciate the value of having healthy stock. This is especially true when it comes to chickens and other birds which have a much more…stringent diet. The health of …
Sourcing an aloe vera plant for your balcony, garden or survival homestead is step one in getting started with this beneficial plant, used since ancient times in Africa and Asia. Its multiple uses have now spread worldwide. The benefits vary from a source of Vitamin B12 to healing wounds, sunburn relief, moisturizing the skin, and …
Typically, when we think of sheep, we think of lamb chops and wool, and/or cartoons like Sam Sheepdog and Ralph Wolf. Occasionally, and I do mean occasionally, you’ll see a video of someone being knocked down by one of the rams. Now, while we might get a bit of a chuckle out of it from …
Last year, I had a superb harvest of cantaloupe melons from my garden. I absolutely love cantaloupe melons but they don’t store well for the long-term, so I gave many away to my friends and family. With lots remaining, I turned to my friends for suggestions on how to use the rest. I hated to …
I love making my own cleaners because I know what is in the product and therefore know what I am exposing my family and pets to. Better than that, it is fun to mix and brew. It always makes me think of Shakespeare, “When shall we three meet again? In thunder, lightning, or in rain? …
All-natural Bathroom Cleaner – Only 4 Ingredients! Read More »
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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As our world changes rapidly, and more people struggle to keep up with its fast-paced demands, it comes as no surprise that many folks want to become homesteaders. This way of life often referred to as “living the dream” is, of course, the dream of many. For those who intend to make the change, the …
