When you live out in the country, you can’t afford to mess around with unreliable gear — and that goes double for your firearms. Whether it’s keeping predators away from the livestock, putting food on the table, or just feeling a little safer when help is miles away, you need guns that you can count…
We’ve gotten used to letting modern conveniences do the heavy lifting. But truth is, a lot of the skills our grandparents relied on are still worth knowing—especially if you’re trying to live more self-reliantly. These aren’t survival gimmicks. They’re practical, proven ways to take care of yourself when things don’t go as planned. If you’re…
Homesteading comes with a special kind of mess. Between muddy boots, feed spills, and whatever the chickens tracked in, keeping things clean can feel like a losing battle. But it doesn’t have to be a full-time job. The trick is working smarter, not harder. These cleaning hacks won’t make the mess go away completely, but…
When you’re working sunup to sundown, your truck isn’t just transportation—it’s part of the team. You need something that can haul feed, drag trailers, and still make it into town without rattling your teeth out. Whether it’s fixing fence posts or hauling hay, the right truck makes all the difference. Here are 12 trucks that…
When you’re living the homestead life, having the right firearms around isn’t just about defense—it’s about being ready for whatever might roll up your driveway, wander into your barn, or threaten your animals. You don’t need a safe full of guns, but a few well-chosen tools can go a long way toward keeping your place…
Backyard chickens sound easy enough. A coop, a few birds, and some fresh eggs—what could go wrong? Turns out, plenty. Most people don’t realize what they’re signing up for until they’re knee-deep in feathers and frustration. If you’re thinking about getting chickens or already have some scratching around the yard, here are a few things…
Raising chickens sounds like a good time—fresh eggs, happy birds, a little slice of farm life right in your backyard. But if you’re not ready, it can turn into a messy, stressful headache faster than you’d think. Chickens are low-maintenance once you’ve got a system, but they’ll wreck a garden, make a mess, and test…
Starting sourdough sounds simple—just flour, water, and time, right? But once you’re elbow-deep in sticky dough and wondering why your loaf came out like a brick, reality hits. There’s a learning curve here, and most folks hit the same bumps in the road early on. These mistakes are common, but they’re all fixable. Whether your…
You don’t need a huge garden to grow a whole lot of food. With the right crops and a little planning, even a small raised bed, patio, or a few containers can give you more than enough to eat and preserve. It’s all about choosing plants that give you the biggest return in the smallest…
You don’t need a hundred acres to start homesteading. Truth is, you can do a whole lot with a small yard, a little grit, and some smart planning. Most of what makes a homestead work isn’t about size—it’s about using what you’ve got to its full potential. If you’re working with a tiny plot but…