Crazy weevils – get out of my long-term food storage containers! Find grains, flour, coffee, cereal, and whole wheat stores of your own making, and leave ours alone! Sound familiar? Your family’s long-term food storage system is a vital investment,…
Welcome to the Outdoor Happens list of all-white chicken breeds! You know, hundreds of different chicken breeds exist, and every one of them has unique behavioral, physical, and physiological attributes. One of the most noticeable features to detect about any…
Mmmmm – tasty and succulent sheep meat is one of the best parts of homesteading. That’s for sure. But did you know there are countless sheep breeds, yet only a handful of famous meat sheep breeds? It’s true. More homesteaders today…
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…
Here are the best plants that absorb lots of water. And they’re vital for all gardeners – because even the finest lawns can develop issues with excessive moisture. Heavy rain, inadequate drainage, and soil repacking after construction projects can all…
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…
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…
You won’t believe these charming black and white duck breeds! Because contrary to popular belief, not all duck breeds are white with yellow bills. Many different breeds of ducks range in appearance and live all over the planet. They flock…
Is it possible to start a family farm or a ranch with little or no money? The short answer is YES! But there are various factors to consider since you’ll be operating on a highly constrained budget. And, of course,…
Which are the best foods to stockpile for emergencies? Well – we are never picky in a food emergency. We want it all! Because especially since 2019, the world has become a more dangerous place. Freak viruses, high crime, political unrest,…
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…
We’re sharing the best ways to start apartment homesteading so you can become more self-sufficient in nearly any city or state. Because maybe you feel stuck in an urban zone and wish you lived closer to nature – or you…
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…
Are you ready to get out of the big city and head for the country, embrace a more simplistic lifestyle, and start a new life homesteading? Or maybe you’re seeking the best states for homesteading in the USA that won’t…
Have you been wondering how much a duck costs? And what does it cost to raise a duck, or many ducks, on your farm or homestead? You’re not alone! With the continuing global shift toward more sustainable, healthy living, more…