Most Recent Homesteading Articles

Deer-Resistant Gardening

As majestic as deer are, they are a nuisance in the garden. Learn which vegetables and herbs to plant that deer do not prefer.

Water Bath Canning 101

Water bath canning is one of the easiest canning techniques used to create a balanced preparedness pantry. Here’s what you need to know! As an added bonus, some beginner recipes are also provided.

A Fermenting Staple: Old Fashioned Sauerkraut

Sauerkraut cannot get any simpler than this folks! Learn more about which vegetables are best to ferment and the health benefits it provides.

How To Make Soap From Your Food Pantry Staples

You want to look at your preparedness supply as a lifeline that can serve multiple purposes. Read more on how to use the kitchen staple, Crisco to make soap.

Soap Making: A Beginner’s Tutorial

Soap making is a wonderful way to bring out your creative spirit. When making soap from scratch it is best to familiarize yourself with terminology and soap making methods before embarking on this essential skill.

The Perfect Homestead

If you’ve made the enormous decision to relocate and start a homestead, take the extra time to do it right. Research is essential! Read more about 5 important criteria when planning for a homestead.

Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Southern Style Slaw

My Southern roots are calling again and the temptation was far too strong to resist! Anyone up for some pulled pork sandwiches topped with Southern style cole slaw? I thought so.

Dehydrating Meat Sources for Your Food Pantry

Protein sources in an emergency situation are essential in maintaining a balanced diet. Learn how to preserve meat and some of the recipes to do so.

Scurvy…Coming To a Town Near You Post Collapse

Incidences of scurvy could dramatically increase during a post-collapse situation. Should that crisis continue for a period of years however, and access to fresh fruit and vegetables has not been secured, then it is more likely than not that there will be a resurgence of cases of this debilitating, and if untreated, fatal condition.

Black Bean Patties with Kicked Up Remoulade Sauce

Beans are one of the most versatile, nutritious and popular foods among preppers.