How To Find Places To Hunt To Fill The Homestead Freezer

Hunting is a great way to fill the homestead freezer but how do you find places to hunt? Many modern homesteaders don't have a hundred acres of fields and woods, many are living out their homesteading dreams of self-sufficiency on urban city lots and suburban lots and because of that, they may be struggling to…

4 Types Of Working Dogs To Consider For Your Homestead

A dog can be a great friend and a valuable asset on a homestead for many reasons. Let's look at 4 ways a dog can work for your homestead. Listen To The Podcast The Year was 1957 and Walt Disney released a movie that would impact the lives of many generations. The movie was Old…

Finding Balance On The Homestead: Inspiration and Tips From A Life In The Wild

On today’s podcast, I’m joined by Robin Follette from A Life In The Wild. Robin and I talk about her 45-acre homestead in Maine and the things she is doing to find balance on the homestead and live a self-sufficient life. Listen To The Podcast Homesteading in the Modern World Modern homesteading is more than just…

Deer Hunting for the Homestead: A Fun and Frugal Way to Fill Your Freezer

Today, I want to chat with you about something that’s near and dear to my heart – deer hunting to help fill the freezer. Hunting isn't just about the thrill of the chase; it’s an age-old way for homesteaders to supply food. And let me tell you, there's nothing like knowing you’ve harvested your own…

A Beginner’s Guide To Hunting Squirrel

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…

Hunting Small Game: Shotgun vs. Rifle vs. Air Rifle — Which is Best?

Today is Day 17 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 gun for hunting small game? Shotgun or rifle? What caliber?” Answering today’s…