When lost, stranded, or injured in the outdoors, adequate survival shelter is of the utmost concern. We may often take for granted shade from the sun or an escape from wind, rain, and cold in our daily life. If disaster strikes, ...
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4 DIY Outbuildings For Your Off-Grid Home
A common problem that faces the typical homesteader or landowner is the availability of clean, dry storage space or a safe place to protect livestock at night. It is normal to see two, three or more outbuildings on a person’s ...
Read More »Getting Started On The Pond You Always Wanted
Ponds, whether they are natural or man-made, can be a wonderful resource for landowners and farmers. While many landowners maintain ponds for reserving essential water requirements for their livestock, the natural and recreational benefits of ponds are often overlooked. Water ...
Read More »Can Off-Grid Hand Tools Outperform Power Tools?
Regardless of whether or not a farm operates with the assistance of grid power, tools are an essential component of a functioning operation. Jobs both big and small require more than what can be accomplished through our hands alone — ...
Read More »Why Pesky Moles And Groundhogs Are Actually Beneficial
Nothing ruins a morning stroll through the garden faster than the sight of crops damaged by “nuisance” animals. There can be no doubt that burrowing animals can cause a great deal of damage, both physical and economic, to crops and ...
Read More »Staying Alive: How To Find Water In Desperate Times
Are you preparing for economic collapse? Or perhaps you are simply preparing a simple weekend outing. Whichever event, or any in between, you likely have some form of checklist to guide you. If water is not the very first item ...
Read More »The 3 Rules For Being A Good Rural Neighbor
Most urban and suburban residents are familiar with the daily routine of waving to your neighbors or knocking their door to borrow a cup of sugar or milk. The same things can occur in a rural setting, but there are ...
Read More »What City People Must Know Before Moving To The Country
At first glance, the thought of moving from the hustling pace of urban life into a quieter, rural location may seem to be a romantic idea. There may be much truth in the idea of escaping from the noise, the ...
Read More »5 Critical Questions Before You Build That Homestead
The land rush is on! People across the country are once again seeking comfort in the rural landscapes of this beautiful country. Many have already realized their dreams and are living on their own homestead while others are still dreaming ...
Read More »Getting Off-Grid: The Crucial First Steps In Building Your New Homestead
Once property is purchased for a homestead there is a sudden rush of excitement to do everything in order to settle the land. The truth is, the real planning begins at this stage and there are still many things to ...
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