Have you ever wondered what it really means when something is “certified organic”? It is one of those things that we all think we are pretty sure about, but have you ever researched it? So, we took on the task of researching and here’s what we found out. What does “Certified Organic” really mean? In … Read more
Most people associate homesteading with acreage, rural areas and plenty of space. And let’s not forget the dairy cow! But nowadays, there are homesteaders all over, from rural Texans to urban Manhattanites. Urban homesteaders have to be a bit more aware of rules than their rural counterparts, but other than that, there … Read more
Compost. We really should all be composting. It’s great for the environment. It’s great for your garden and there are so many different ways to go about it. If you’re lucky enough to have a yard, then a compost pile is a pretty simple and easy way to go. Read this post … Read more
Who isn’t a sucker for sweets – all kinds and any time of day. In all our pasts a trip to Dunkin’ Donuts was certainly not unheard of. However, donuts have been off many a list of edible foods for quite some time. The good news is with a donut pan an … Read more
Healthy backyard chickens – it always a good goal. It is also important to keep your chickens healthy in the most natural way possible – no chemicals, no antibiotics (unless completely necessary), organic/non-GMO feed, etc. If you’ve read our post on natural chicken care, then you know there are several supplements and … Read more
Were getting all kinds of involved in fermentation over here on our little homestead. You see, while most of you are out there planting, harvesting and enjoying the great outdoors, those of us living in hotter locations are locked in our houses huddled under the nearest air conditioning vent. So, as any … Read more
If you are like many people during the warmer months, you probably do a lot of outdoor activities on your homestead. These could include gardening, constructing, chicken chasing, kid wrangling, etc. When you’re out in the sun for hours at a time, you want to be sure you and your family are protected, … Read more
When setting up plans for your homestead, it is always nice to know how to get the most bang for your buck. That is, which fruits, vegetables, and other food items will give you the highest yield and provide the most nutrients for your family. Why is it so important to plan for … Read more
Ice cream is one of those things that is just better when it’s homemade (unless you’re buying Ben & Jerry’s and then well…. who can compete with that…). French Vanilla ice cream is especially enticing and requires making a thin custard before freezing. the extra work is worth it along with a … Read more
As we have talked about in previous posts, we really believe that a family needs to do a lot more prepping. While we are not particularly concerned with a zombie apocalypse or anything crazy, we do know that even minor emergencies can leave an unprepared family feeling helpless. We wrote a post … Read more
