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I have not always been a homesteader. Most of my adulthood has been spent living a lifestyle far closer to what is generally considered mainstream — suburban home, food from… Read more »

1. Light Chickens need at least 14 hours of daylight in a day to trigger their internal clocks to lay. By supplementing light, as is done in commercial production houses,… Read more »

Cooking outdoors isn’t just for the spring and summer seasons. These days, outdoor kitchens, grills, and smokers mean the only thing between you and that great, smokey, outdoor flavor during… Read more »

Indoor gardening can be a great way to have fresh vegetables year-round and satisfy your green thumb during the winter, but if you live in a small home or apartment,… Read more »

                        The holidays are nearly here, which means that many Americans—over 90 million of them, by some estimates—will hit… Read more »

There are a lot of false ideas floating around about what works as cover — in other words, what sorts of things will protect you from getting shot. We’ve all… Read more »

                        Outdoor cooking is a major part of my off-grid experience, and so a reliable outdoor stove was a… Read more »

Getting ready for winter when you live in the city is one thing, but winter readiness on the homestead is another matter. Not only are there more needs to fulfill… Read more »

For gardeners who just can’t stand to keep their hands out of the soil for any length of time, growing food indoors in containers can be a great pastime during… Read more »

                      The holiday season is upon us, and that means lots of family time and great food. With the exception… Read more »