by Homesteader | Oct 16, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Evaluate Your Pantry and Fridge Get To Know What You Have First things first, let’s face it: most of us have pantries and fridges that could use a little TLC. I remember the times when I’d just shove things in each shelf and forget about them entirely. Taking a...
by Homesteader | Oct 15, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Assessing Your Space Understanding the Land First off, taking a good look at your land is crucial. I spent a whole weekend just walking around my property, making mental notes and sketching some rough ideas. Understanding what you’ve got to work with will make a world...
by Homesteader | Oct 15, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Understanding Bee Biology The Bee Colony Structure When I first delved into beekeeping, understanding the structure of a bee colony was like getting to know a new family. In every hive, there’s a queen, worker bees, and drones. The queen is the heart of the colony,...
by Homesteader | Oct 14, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Choosing the Right Spices for Your Garden Understanding Your Garden’s Environment First things first, before you dive into the fun part of planting, you’ve gotta know what environment you’re working with. Each spice has its preferences when it comes...
by Homesteader | Oct 14, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Understanding Meat Preservation Techniques What is Meat Preservation? Alright, so first things first. You might be wondering, what is meat preservation, really? In essence, it’s about keeping your meat safe, tasty, and nutritious for an extended time. For most of us...
by NC Homesteader | Oct 13, 2024 | Homesteading Lifestyle
Introduction to Self-Reliance:Self-reliance is the ability to rely on oneself for support and survival. It involves being able to take care of one’s needs without depending on others or external factors. In today’s world, where we are surrounded by...