On today’s podcast, I will discuss with you several reasons why you shouldn’t wait until you move to your dream homestead, but instead, you should start your homesteading journey right now and right where you are. Listen To The Podcast Why You Should Start Homesteading Right Now Hey there! If you’ve ever wondered about homesteading…
On today’s podcast, I will discuss everything you need to know about building your very own DIY rainwater catchment system. From why you should build one, and where it should be, to the details of how to build one. Listen To The Podcast If you're looking for an easy way to save on your water…
A great way to keep the homestead freezer well-stocked with meat is by hunting and if you’re going to go hunting there aren’t many animals to hunt that will bring you more success and more enjoyment than hunting squirrel. I’ve been hunting these bushy-tailed acrobats since I was 10 years old and several decades later…
On today’s podcast, I give a brief overview of many homesteading skills worth acquiring and I discuss how one would go about learning some of these skills. This is not a list of every skill a homesteader may desire to have but a good list of basics. Every person may not desire to acquire every…
On today’s podcast, I share 50+ resources that will inspire, motivate and educate anyone interested in or living the homesteading lifestyle. Podcasts, YouTube channels, blogs, Facebook groups, and documentaries are great for all things homesteading and this is a list of some of the best. Listen To The Podcast I know how hard it can…
Today’s main topic on the podcast is about how to protect your garden from everything that wants to eat it before you. No matter if you live far in the country or in the heart of the city, your garden is a target for wildlife. Deer, rabbits, birds, rodents, and bugs want to eat your…
On today’s podcast, I’m joined by Sherry Willis from Half-Pint Homestead to talk about keeping livestock on an urban homestead. We chat about what livestock to consider and the challenges and rewards. Listen To The Podcast Raising Urban Livestock Thinking about raising animals in the city? It might sound tricky, but raising urban livestock can…
Hey there, fellow garden enthusiasts! Have you ever found yourself staring at your tomato plants, wondering what in the world is going on with them? You’re not alone! Every season, countless gardeners face issues with their tomatoes, from wilting leaves to pesky spots. Let’s dive into some common tomato plant problems and easy organic solutions…
Let me tell you about a little gardening secret of mine: not all weeds are the enemy! In fact, there are a few weeds that I actually let grow in my garden on purpose. I know, sounds crazy, right? But before you go pulling every last one of those “pesky” plants, hear me out. Some…
Today on the podcast, I want to dive into a question I get a lot – should you raise your rabbits in cages or let them live in a colony? It's a tough decision, but each method has its pros and cons, depending on your setup and goals. Since I’ve tried both, I’ll share my…
Today is Day 19 of our 30 days of homesteading Q&A on the podcast where I have reached out to some of the best bloggers and podcasters in the homesteading space to answer your questions about homesteading. Today’s question is “What’s the best way to compost without the smell? I don’t have a big yard…
Today is Day 18 of our 30 days of homesteading Q&A on the podcast where I have reached out to some of the best bloggers and podcasters in the homesteading space to answer your questions about homesteading. Today’s question is “Why is it not safe to water bath can my vegetables? I was told if…
