Homesteading sounds great in theory—grow your own food, raise animals, live off the land. But in practice, it can feel like you’re always behind. There’s always something to fix, feed, or clean. If you’re not careful, burnout creeps in fast. What’s helped us most isn’t doing more—it’s doing things smarter. These habits won’t fix everything,…
You don’t need a golf course lawn or a magazine-worthy flower bed to make your place look sharp, but there are some easy ways to mess it up. A sloppy front yard can drag down the whole look of your home—and it’s usually because of a few overlooked habits. If you’re trying to keep things…
Getting goats seemed simple at first—fence them in, give ‘em hay, and enjoy the fresh milk or brush-clearing help. But goats aren’t low-maintenance, and they’ll keep you on your toes. We’ve had a few laughs and a few headaches, and if we could go back, there’s plenty we’d want to know ahead of time. So…
You don’t have to gut your bathroom or blow your budget to make it feel a whole lot better. Sometimes all it takes is a couple of small, focused changes to give the space a cleaner, fresher, and more pulled-together look. And yes—you can knock these out in a weekend without hiring anyone. These projects…
Making your place look better from the street doesn’t have to be complicated. A few quick outdoor fixes can clean things up and make a real difference without a ton of work. We’ve done plenty of these ourselves, and it’s surprising how much better the whole place feels after knocking out just one or two….
When you’re living in a house that’s still a little rough around the edges, it’s hard to feel like it’s really yours. Maybe it’s the little things you keep meaning to finish, or maybe it’s the upgrades you haven’t quite gotten around to yet. Either way, a few smart changes can pull everything together and…
If you’re dealing with foxes, bobcats, or similar critters sneaking around your property, the right caliber matters. You want something accurate, fast, and effective without tearing up the hide if you’re planning to keep it. Whether you’re protecting livestock or hunting for pelts, here are the calibers that get the job done right. .22-250 Remington…
When it comes to dealing with snakes, skunks, and other pests at close range, you don’t need long-range power—you need control, quick handling, and the right tool for the job. The wrong caliber can be overkill or downright unsafe if you’re near buildings or livestock. These are the ones that actually make sense when you’re…
HVAC repairs aren’t cheap—and the worst part is they always seem to happen at the worst time. But most major issues don’t start out big. A lot of them creep up because of skipped maintenance or easy fixes that got ignored. If you want to keep your system running without shelling out for a surprise…
If you’ve got land to work and chores that pile up faster than firewood in the fall, chances are you’ve wondered: should I rely more on a tractor or a truck? Both are workhorses in their own right, but they handle different kinds of jobs. This breakdown will help you figure out which one really…