Homegrown Self Reliance - Page 2 of 8 - Preparedness through homesteading

Why you should whitewash your coop and barn

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Animals, Homesteading

Whitewashing Your Coop and Barn

If you’re anything like me, in these cold, dreary months, you tend to think of ways that you can spruce […]

Caring for backyard chickens in the winter

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Animals, Homesteading

Caring for Backyard Chickens in the Winter

Backyard chickens are so fun to have! So many people now have them as pets, and stress about how to […]

Elderberry Elixir - a delicious herbal gift

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Don't Buy, DIY, Home Remedies

Elderberry Elixir – A Delicious Immune Boosting Gift

Do you love elderberry as much as I do? Have you ever tried elderberry elixir or elderberry tincture? It’s quite […]

horseshoe farm sign

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Don't Buy, DIY, Homesteading

Horseshoe Farm Sign – Fun DIY Gift for the Horse Lover

I just love old, rusty horseshoes! We actually found some on our property when we were tilling up our new […]

How to properly store water for emergencies

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How To Store and Purify Water for Emergencies

Water is one of our most vital elements, actually 2nd in the “Rules of 3”. You can survive 3 minutes […]

Herbal remedies to make now

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Herbal Remedies to Make Now to Prepare for Winter

Winter is right around the corner. Which, for most of us, means cold and flu season! Do you make […]

A Safe room - what is it, and why you need one!

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Prepping, Uncategorized

A Safe Room – What It Is, and Why You Need One!

Do you have a safe room? Do you even know what it is? Having a safe room in your home […]

Emergency preparedness

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Homesteading, Prepping

Emergency Preparedness for Homesteaders (and Everyone!)

In the United States, September is National Preparedness Month. Emergency preparedness is so vitally important for every family. Especially for […]

Raising turkeys for beginners

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Animals, Homesteading

Raising Turkeys For Beginners

Raising turkeys on the homestead is an easy way to provide meat for your family. Smart homesteaders raise a variety […]

Elderberry Syrup

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Foraging, Home Remedies

Elderberry Syrup for Colds and Flu

As we come into cold and flu season, I thought it would be helpful to discuss an excellent herbal remedy […]