https://youtube.com/live/wwsiHq3KgvE A well-organized workshop is the heart of any homestead. Whether you're fixing broken tools, building new projects, or maintaining equipment, a dedicated workspace makes all the difference. Having a homestead shop saves time, money, and frustration by keeping everything organized, and ready when you need it. In this podcast episode, we’ll cover why every…
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…
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…
https://youtube.com/shorts/d911zsB5AYc?feature=share Hey y'all! If you're passionate about self-sufficiency, sustainability, and cutting down the cost of your garden, I’ve got a fantastic book recommendation for you. It’s from Seed Savers Exchange, and it's packed with valuable insights on seed saving—something every gardener, whether a novice or an expert, should consider. Why Seed Saving Matters If you're…
On this podcast episode, Harold talks with Bevin Cohen about homestead-level seed and nut oil production, how it's done, and the many beneficial uses of the oil and the byproducts of the process. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 226 – November 1, 2023 Listen To The Podcast Bevin is an author, herbalist, podcast host, and…
"The Good Life: Helen and Scott Nearing's Sixty Years of Self-Sufficient Living" is a book that tells the story of a couple who lived a self-sufficient lifestyle for six decades. Written by Helen and Scott Nearing, the book chronicles their journey from city life to a simple, sustainable lifestyle on a homestead in rural Vermont.…
With warm weather right around the corner, many people consider planting their own garden to grow and nurture during the warmer months. While many plants can be bought in stores, it can be just as fun, if not more rewarding, and certainly cheaper to plant your seeds from scratch and grow them yourself. Planting seeds can…
On This Episode of The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Harold Has A Conversation With Luke Weinhagen, Author Of The Book "The Primal Primer," About Using Traditional Knowledge To Face The Real World. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 175 – December 15, 2022 Listen To The Podcast Luke Weinhagen is a Certified Situational Awareness Instructor, former United…
Join Rachel as she interviews Nick Ferguson and Discusses Fodder Tree Crops for your Homestead and Animals To Increase Self Sufficiency, Sustainability, and Resilience. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 173 – December 8, 2022 Listen To The Podcast Nick Ferguson is an Ecosystems Engineering consultant who works all over the USA and internationally. He specializes…
Homesteading is a dream for many people but most are waiting because they either haven't thought through the many benefits of homesteading or they think they can't do it where they are. Well, here are 10 reasons you should start homesteading right now, right where you are. Back in March of 2018, I recorded episode…
On this episode of the Modern Homesteading Podcast, Harold and Rachel Have A Conversation All About Why and How To Save and Store Seeds From Your Garden. The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 157 – September 28, 2022 Listen To The Podcast The Joy of Seed Saving: Why and How You Should Start Today When it…
An off-grid homestead is a dream for millions of people. Working with your hands, building your cabin in the woods, camping as you build, providing for your heat and water, no rent, no mortgage, having freedom, simplicity, independence, and the satisfaction of doing it yourself. So, what all do you need to know about starting…
Have you ever taken stock of our lives as a modern generation? Small houses, tiny gardens, subject to the whims of the homeowner's association, traffic jams, and making just enough money to get by. Despite all the platitudes and inspirational quotes which bombard us, it seems like life is about only working to live. Homesteading…
Living off-grid is a noble goal. Choosing technologies and equipment to achieve this can feel a little bit like jumping off a cliff with no rope or safety net below. This article will assist you in making informed choices regarding the most efficient and affordable solar panels. Efficiency, cost, appearance & durability are used to…
Some people are envious of homesteaders living the dream. All they see are beautiful sunsets, cute chicks, ducklings, and calves. Other folks wrinkle their foreheads in horror, their nostrils somehow seem to curl, and they gasp in sympathy, disbelief, and confusion at the poor deranged individuals who choose to be homesteaders. So what is the…
Saving heirloom tomato seeds from your crop is an excellent way of saving money in the next growing season as you do not need to buy new tomato seeds. Most people recommend that you ferment your tomato seeds to keep them, but this is not always necessary, and it's not the only effective way of…
Ruth Imogen Stout was an American author recognized for her “No-Work” gardening books and techniques. She inspired many gardeners to exercise better gardening practices and defy the typical orthodox methods of gardening. Her vegetable gardening methods are compared to what is known as permaculture today. It has taken decades for Ruth's work to gain recognition,…
When we talk about homesteading in today's context, we generally mean it very differently than the word has been traditionally used. In today's context, it might be better to identify the term as modern homesteading. Modern Homesteading is the pursuit of self-sufficiency and sustainability by adding certain components and acquiring and applying knowledge and skills…
On this podcast episode, I chat with Homesteader and the Host of The Living Free In Tennesee Podcast, Nicole Sauce. Listen To The Podcast The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 140 – May 10, 2020 – Building Self Reliance and Freedom Into Your Life With Guest Nicole Sauce. Nicole Sauce and I Discuss: Her journey into…
On this podcast episode, I’m joined by guest Kerry Brown to discuss the basics of getting started heating your home with firewood even if your home doesn’t currently have a woodstove. Listen To The Podcast The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 116 – March 02, 2019 – Heating Your Home With Firewood With Guest Kerry Brown…
