Whether you live in an apartment or a house with no yard, permaculture can be a great way to connect with nature and live more sustainably. There are several things you can do to practice permaculture right where you are, here are a few ways to get started. Is Permaculture More Than A Garden? Permaculture…
https://youtu.be/lUy2cQHfZ8c If you've ever been a little intimidated by the whole process of making your own fermented veggies, it seemed complicated, and you didn't want to deal with spoiled veggies. Enter the Elementi Fermentation Kit – honestly, it's a game changer! Easy to Use, Even for Beginners The first thing that drew me to this…
In our daily lives, we often encounter situations that we instinctively label as either good or bad. Yet, the story of the Chinese farmer offers a timeless lesson on the unpredictability of events and the deeper wisdom of withholding judgment. By reflecting on this story in light of Romans 8:28, we can gain a greater…
As the growing season winds down, it's time to start thinking about how to prepare your garden beds for the next year. Proper end-of-season preparation not only helps maintain soil health but also ensures that your garden is ready for planting when spring arrives. Here are five essential strategies for preparing your garden beds that…
On this podcast episode for the first time ever I'm replaying an older episode where I briefly tell my story of why I started homesteading and why you should consider homesteading right now, right where you are. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 254 – September 1, 2024 Listen To The Podcast When most people think…
https://youtu.be/G_QS8P8qvv8 My Go-To Gadget for Staying Safe and Connected: A Must-Have for Every Emergency Kit I recently got my hands on this Weather Radio, and I can’t recommend it enough. If you're someone who loves the outdoors or just wants to be prepared for anything, this little gadget is an absolute game-changer. NOAA Alerts: A…
https://youtu.be/JOeoDjJq8sc If you're someone who regularly works with apples, whether for making applesauce, dehydrating apple slices, or simply enjoying a freshly cut apple, the Pautou Stainless Steel Apple Corer, Slicer, and Peeler is a tool you might want to consider adding to your kitchen arsenal. After using it extensively, I can confidently say that it…
If you are getting seeds in from your garden or if you’ve bought some from a local garden center, you might be wondering how soon you need to use them up. How long do seeds last before they go bad? This depends heavily on the kind of seed and the storage conditions. Some kinds of…
Few plants will make you feel more like a successful green thumb gardener than garlic. I personally find growing garlic to be one of the most fulfilling and useful plants to grow on my permaculture homestead. Here is everything you need to know to get started growing it in your garden. A Little About Garlic…
Hey folks, let's talk about this fishing basket. This is a really good basket. I bought this mainly for my grandson to go down in the creek and play and net minnows and frogs and crawl dads and all that. And then bring them up and put them in the backyard pond. He's only seven…
Growing your vegetables is one of the most rewarding aspects of gardening, especially if you're following a specific diet like keto. The ketogenic diet, which focuses on low-carb, high-fat nutrition, benefits greatly from homegrown produce that is fresh, nutrient-rich, and free of additives. If you’re looking to grow a keto-friendly garden, here are the 15…
On This Podcast Episode, Harold and Rachel have a discussion about the benefits of preserving a year's worth of SOMETHING from the homestead as opposed to trying to grow everything you need for the entire year. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 253 – August 25, 2024 Listen To The Podcast When considering putting up a…
