We tend to use different tools at different times of the year. After all, we don't have much use for lawnmowers when there's a foot of snow in the yard. When you're putting equipment away for the ...
The Best Christmas Plants for Celebrating the Holidays
Christmas is right around the corner and I’ve already begun to decorate my home with holiday accents. The wreath on my door is up, string lights have been strung, and tinsel has been tossed - and ...
Yellowjackets: Are They Friend or Foe? (And How to Control Them)
Warmer weather brings all creatures, great and small, out of their hiding spots. As we shake off the frosty mornings and start sorting out the yard, we remind ourselves to take care as the ...
15 Solar Cooking Tips to Help You Cook Better With Sunshine
Many of us are looking for ways to live more eco-friendly these days. Plus, as homesteaders, we're always trying to find ways to reduce our dependence on outside resources. The more we can do ...
Pros and Cons of Small-Town Life to Consider Before Moving
A lot of people are happily abandoning life in the city in favor of rural townships. This may sound like a wonderful way to live more peacefully and authentically, but small-town life has its ups and ...
17 Ways to Winterize Your Home for Cold Weather
Every season brings a new set of chores for the homestead. The garden doesn't need as much work as it did in the spring, but that doesn't mean you can finally sit back and work on your knitting. As ...
How to Run Your Home Efficiently on a Generator
Whether you're aiming for off-grid self-sufficiency or prepping for potential disasters, few pieces of equipment are as invaluable as a generator. In this article, we'll discuss details that can ...
12 Invaluable Tips for Aging in Place in Rural Areas
Aging is a reality that almost all of us will have to deal with at some point. While we may be strong and independent now, our bodies—and their changing needs—will need more care and help as time goes ...
How to Identify and Get Rid of Head Lice
Head lice are one of those tricky parts of being a parent. Children play with other children, and one day, they can creep up on you. Even adults can come down with head lice. It’s hard to know how ...