Homegrown Self Reliance - Page 3 of 12 - Preparedness through homesteading

Keeping cool on the homestead

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Keeping Cool On The Homestead

Believe it or not, summer is upon us. And for us at least, summer means 3+ months of blistering heat! […]

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How to have an old fashioned 4th of July

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How To Have An Old Fashioned 4th Of July

The 4th of July is a big celebration for most of us in the great USA. There are picnics, barbecues, […]

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Protecting against chicken predators

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Protecting Against Chicken Predators

Have you joined the trending chicken movement yet? If so, you might be interested in how to protect against chicken […]

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Home security and protection on the homestead

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Home Security And Protection On The Homestead

The world is a mess right now. 2020 has not been good to us. From a pandemic with lockdowns, to […]

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Raising a years supply of meat on the farm

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Raising A Years Supply Of Meat On The Farm

When we first moved to our little farm 3 years ago, our big goal was to raise as much of […]

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Is a dairy goat right for me?

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Is A Dairy Goat Right For Me?

If you are considering adding dairy animals to your homestead, you may be considering getting a dairy goat or two. […]

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Using trellises in the vegetable garden

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Using Trellises In The Vegetable Garden

If you read my post on maximizing your garden space, you may be thinking about using trellises in your vegetable […]

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What is a simple life?

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What Is A Simple Life?

A simple life. What is it? And what is it that draws us to a simple life? What a simple […]

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Milk animals on the homestead

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Milk Animals On The Homestead

So you’ve protected your family’s food security by planting a garden, raising some chickens, and maybe some animals for meat. […]

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The beginner's guide to foraging

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The Beginner’s Guide To Foraging

Do you want to start foraging, but are nervous about it? Well, with the proper know-how, you shouldn’t be nervous! […]

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