Ah, the cooler breezes of the country without all of it’s concrete and noise
beckon many of us now that those days seem so far removed from the hustle and bustle of ‘normal’ life. There are many people who want to someday move to the country. My tip for you is, don’t just wish and wait for it, start now!
It doesn’t matter if you currently live in an apartment, sub-division or in the country (and have yet to till or get any animals), you can start your homesteading journey right now. Study, read and plan. Dream, arm-chair shop and set goals. Much of the life of homesteading has to do with training the mind, buffeting the body and THEN going ahead and doing (on a consistent basis). So get a head start and start now!
Go to the library (if you prefer tactile pages, as I do), browse the internet and subscribe to a magazine or two. Through these venues you can learn and practice valuable skills even if you’re not ON a homestead just yet.
Next Tuesday’s Tip will be about how to become an URBAN homesteader. This is the action step to starting now – no matter where you live!
Donna Miller is an author, teacher and entrepreneur. Her favorite roles are that of wife and mother to three home-school graduates. The Millers own and operate which offers Organic and Chemical-free Whole Grains, Bosch Mixers, the NutriMill, instructional tutorials, recipes and more.
Popular Questions
What does Tuesday’s Tip to Homesteading: Start Now mean for a beginner?
It means beginning with one manageable homesteading task instead of waiting for perfect conditions, equipment, or land. Start by choosing a practical goal such as growing herbs, preserving seasonal food, collecting rainwater where permitted, or learning basic animal care. Complete one small step this week and use the experience to decide what to try next.
How can I apply the “Start Now” idea from Tuesday’s Tip to Homesteading?
Choose a project that fits your available time, space, budget, and local rules. Gather only the essential supplies, write down a simple sequence of tasks, and schedule the first task on your calendar. Starting with a small container garden, a compost bin, or one food-preservation method lets you build useful skills without taking on too much at once.
What is the best first project for Tuesday’s Tip to Homesteading: Start Now?
A small garden is a practical starting point because it teaches planning, planting, watering, observation, and harvesting. Select crops suited to your climate and begin with a few containers or a compact bed rather than planting more than you can maintain. Keep notes about planting dates, watering, pests, and results so the next season becomes easier.
How do I avoid feeling overwhelmed when I start homesteading now?
Limit yourself to one primary project and define what success will look like before you begin. Break the work into short tasks, such as researching local requirements, making a supply list, preparing the space, and checking progress each week. Tuesday’s Tip to Homesteading: Start Now is most useful when steady, realistic action replaces the pressure to do everything immediately.