mylar foil bags for storing and preserving dried foods

The 2024 Complete Guide to Storing Food In Mylar Bags

We love storing food in Mylar bags. The past few years have taught the world the value of preparation for unforeseen emergencies. Whether you consider yourself a prepper or not, it’s hard to deny the benefits of having extra food…

this heavy clay soil is so hard that it broke our garden shovel

4 Smart Ways to Amend Clay Soil Without Tilling

Let’s brainstorm four genius ways to amend clay soil without tilling. Because as you know, clay soil is generally not desirable for gardening. Sure, some plants can sustain life in compact clay, but most vegetables, herbs, and even ornamentals struggle…

raw cereals pasta and grains with canned foods

Best Canned Food for Survival | 2024 Definitive Guide

The best-canned food for survival situations is that which makes you the healthiest and, hopefully, tastes good, too. Read on to learn about the food canning process, how it affects the nutritional content of the foods getting canned, and which…

tiny home in the middle of nowhere with a lovely garden

Best Places to Live Off the Grid In the USA [2024]

Have you considered the freedom, independence, and self-reliance you’ll achieve by living off the electrical grid? In 2024, it’s never made more sense to so many people. But what are the best places to live off the grid in the…

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Free Land for Off Grid Living In the USA and Canada In 2023

The past few years have made more people than ever wish they could escape city life and begin living closer to nature, healthier, and much more simply. That means that people are increasingly searching for free land for off-grid living. The…

thick and healthy backyard chickens foraging and exploring freely

The Cost of Raising Chickens In the USA [Meat and Egg Chickens!]

Whether you want fresh eggs or to be more self-sufficient, you may have wondered about the cost of raising chickens. Unlike other livestock like pigs or cows, chickens need relatively little space. So many homesteaders are starting to farm them in their…