Homesteading

Three Natural Approaches To Clearing Land of Tree Stumps and Invasive Plants

Clearing the land in a natural capacity is harder work than it seems. These three natural approaches can cut down on time and money so that you can create a chemical-free environment.

Thriving When It Counts: How To Use Bug Infested Food

You may have done everything right in protecting your dry pantry goods, but there are times when bugs find a way into your food supply. While these infestations may prevent humans from consuming it, take comfort in knowing that all is not lost!

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Top 10 Prepper Articles of 2017

This time of year takes me into deep contemplation. Have I accomplished all that I set out to do this […]

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Using Essential Oils to Naturally Treat Lice

Lice can be quite a nuisance, especially when you have school age children. Here are a few ways to naturally repel lice using essential oils.

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Using Greywater To Grow Bananas

This year we have six hands of bananas ripening out there! Not bad for a roughly 10′ x 10′ banana bed, especially since we’re outside the tropics and bananas can’t stand the winters here.

Using Red Clover in Tinctures and Teas for Women’s Health

Ladies, this herb is a must for growing in your medicinal garden and can help with many female issues.

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Using Water Harvesting As An Emergency Water Source

When emergencies arise, the local water supply can be interrupted for days or even weeks. Ensure that you have the knowledge beforehand on how to harvest water through means of rainwater catchment systems in order to be more self reliant and less dependent on local water sources.

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Want All the Green Beans You Can Eat? Get the Best Harvest With These Growing Tips

Here’s everything you need to know about growing a great and bountiful green bean harvest.

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Want to Stay Mentally Sharp? Eat Your Greens!

A new study revealed some exciting news: adding leafy greens to your diet may protect you from cognitive decline.

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Wasteful Society: 80% of Easter Pets End Up Here

“Within the first few weeks of Easter, an estimated 30 percent of all Easter ‘pets’ die, and another 70 percent to 80 percent are abandoned or turned in to shelters.” Our warped society has turned living animals (that require adequate shelter and food), into playthings. And, as with all toys, children grow old of them and move on to other things.

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What Miniature Cows Mean for Your Homestead

Petite livestock choices is a cost-effective alternative and could be the answer to helping the self-reliant family achieve food freedom.

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What the Prepper Needs to Know About the Usefulness of Chainsaws

The chainsaw is a valuable tool that enables you to cut a lot of wood in a fairly short amount of time.

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