Homesteading

5 Tips for Starting a Homestead

Ann Accetta-Scott February 5, 2024

Starting a homestead? I am often asked how I set up my property for it to thrive, and I am thankful that I get to share these tips with you.

Christmas on the Homestead: Family playing in the snow

Christmas on the Homestead: Creating Meaningful Traditions

Patrice Lewis November 27, 2023

A “homestead” isn’t necessary to celebrate Christmas on the homestead. Often it’s not even a place so much as a frame of mind.

Favorite Memories of Living Off-Grid

Tandy Hogate September 29, 2023

I’ve lived off-grid three times, and I’d do it again! Living off-grid has given me some of my favorite memories over the years.

10 Things That Will Impact Your Homestead (For the Better)

Sarah Kroger July 28, 2023

Here are 10 things that will have an impact on your homestead and family right now! Check out these homesteading tips from the Food Independence Summit.

A Year-Long Food Storage

Ann Accetta-Scott July 21, 2023

Is there any more satisfying and healthier than preserving your own food? Read homesteader Ann Accetta-Scott’s story of creating a year-long food storage.

Water Bath Canning and Pressure Canning: What is the Difference?

Sarah Thrush May 22, 2023

Learn the difference between water bath canning and pressure canning to determine which one you need to preserve the foods you love.

A Sustainable Way of Life

Ann Accetta-Scott April 28, 2023

Perseverance, hard work, and forgiveness has gotten my family and me to a sustainable way of life. Learn about our homesteading journey.

Before You Plant: Gardening Tips for the Novice

Glenda Lehman Ervin April 3, 2023

Eating fresh vegetables and fruits that you grew yourself is very satisfying. But before you plant, consider these factors for your garden first.

Farming in the City: Andrew’s Story

Andrew Seegars March 29, 2023

Hello, my name is Andrew Seegars, and I was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. My career interest wasn’t always farming. But now I’m farming in the city.