by Homesteader | Jan 16, 2025 | Homesteading Lifestyle
1. Assess Your Space Understanding Your Property When I first started transforming my homestead, I realized the importance of understanding my space. Each piece of land has its unique features—soil types, water sources, and existing vegetation. Take a walk around your...
by Homesteader | Jan 16, 2025 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Understanding the Basics of Earth Ovens What is an Earth Oven? Ah, the Earth Oven! This baby is a traditional method of baking that can be traced back thousands of years. It’s essentially a pit in the ground, lined with stones and covered with clay, creating a natural...
by Homesteader | Jan 15, 2025 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Getting Started with Beekeeping Understanding the Basics of Beekeeping So, let me tell you, if you’re just diving into the world of beekeeping, you’ve got yourself quite the adventure ahead! The first thing to know is that bees are super fascinating...
by Homesteader | Jan 15, 2025 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Choosing the Right Herbs Understanding Herbal Properties So, the first thing to do when dipping your toes into the world of herbal remedies is to get to know your herbs. What do you want to achieve with your remedies? Each herb carries its own unique profile of...
by Homesteader | Jan 14, 2025 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Improved Soil Structure How It Works When you opt for no-till gardening, you let nature work its magic. By leaving the soil undisturbed, you’re allowing earthworms and microorganisms to thrive. These little buddies create natural soil aggregates, which improve...
by Homesteader | Jan 14, 2025 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Gathering Your Community Connecting with Neighbors Starting a community garden is all about bringing folks together, right? The first step in doing that is to connect with your neighbors. I’ve found that the best way to make this happen is to just strike up...
