From aching backs to drowsy hikes, camping with a sub-par sleeping pad offers nothing but misery. And finding a sleeping pad that works as well as it promises to is very hard. But we’ve found an exception to the rule…
The Olight Arkfeld UV flashlight is a fantastic EDC flashlight due to its power, price, and multiple settings. This waterproof, rechargeable light offers five different lumen settings for the perfect amount of power and battery life. So, now that you…
This summer, we’ve had more than our fair share of thunderstorms, which has meant that we’ve had to do a lot more pruning, trimming, and straight-up logging to keep our yard debris-free. From white oaks to hickory to spruce, it…
It can be really tricky to find boots that stand up to homesteading tasks – especially if you’re on a budget. From mucking out stalls to gardening to mowing and trekking through mud, we all need a pair of shoes…
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Lowline cattle are an incredible cow breed that has gained recent prominence and popularity. We have a soft spot for these cows, as we have been raising Lowline cattle for five years. They are a hardy breed that you can…
Recently, we’ve been in need of a hay feeder for our cattle that will protect their round bales from the rain. While there are plenty of nice hay feeder options out there, they can also be very pricey, which is…
What can chickens eat? Well, chickens are omnivores! They can eat both meat and plants. Many chicken owners feed their chickens chicken feed purchased from the local feed mill, but you can provide your chickens with much more variety by…
Stopping a dog from digging up plants in your garden or yard can feel impossible if your pup is blessed with a talent for creating holes. Some dogs are natural diggers, and some aren’t, but why would any dog go…
While wild bergamot (monarda fistulosa) is not the citrus you’ll find in most Earl Grey Teas, it is a unique and gorgeous bee balm flower with a unique taste, aroma, and plenty of uses in the garden. Wild bergamot is…
Wild rabbits are adorable, gentle, fluffy little creatures that can be a lot of fun to watch hopping through your backyard, which is part of why you might want to consider attracting them. Plus, they offer benefits to organic gardeners…
Raising goats is a no-frills proposition. It can also be a lot of fun, and it is absolutely a lot of work. You must worry about clean water, feed, a pen, and last but not least, shelter – especially for…
Mint is one of the easiest herbs to grow, harvest, and store, but you’ll still need to collect the leaves and stems sustainably so you don’t kill the plant. However, if you harvest it correctly, there’s no end to the…
Propagate plant cuttings in potatoes! Growing cuttings of your favorite plant can be frustrating. Even trees that are well known for growing easily from cuttings sometimes aren’t that easy to propagate – and sometimes, you end up with dead sticks…
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Straw bale gardening – is there a gardening method that sounds easier? Straw bale gardening is a great way to avoid the most common problems people have when gardening – plus, it’s simple! All you need to do is buy…
Sick of the old dehydrated banana chips or beef jerky? Here are 49 different weird things to dehydrate! From liver snacks for the dog to wine leather for you, sauerkraut salt & vinegar chips to preserved mushrooms, we’ve collected them…