There’s nothing better than a warm fire on a cold day—but there’s a right way to do it if you don’t want to deal with smoke, smells, or worse. Burning wood inside isn’t like tossing logs in the fire pit. It takes a little prep and regular checks to keep things safe and running right….
Most horse people catch the obvious stuff—lameness, open wounds, not eating. But it’s those smaller, quieter changes that can slip by if you’re not paying close attention. Over the years, I’ve learned to watch for subtle signs that something’s off before it turns into a bigger problem. These are the red flags I’ve learned not…
If you drive a truck, odds are you use it for more than grocery runs. Whether you’re hauling feed, working a jobsite, or heading into the woods, having the right tools in the bed can save you time and keep you out of trouble. Here’s what you ought to keep back there, every single day….
You don’t need acreage to start putting food on your table. A small backyard—or even a few raised beds—can handle more than most folks think. If you’re tight on space but still want to grow or raise your own food, the key is picking things that pull their weight. These options don’t need much room,…
When it’s time to put your place on the market, your yard can either help seal the deal or send buyers running. A good-looking exterior makes a strong first impression, and the right landscaping can raise the value without a whole lot of upkeep. Here are some landscaping upgrades that tend to hold their value…
You don’t need acreage to live more self-sufficient. A lot of people think homesteading has to start with a big piece of land, but that’s not the case. We’ve known people who started building skills and producing food from apartments, townhouses, and rental homes. The key is using what you’ve got and learning how to…
Stockpiling food is smart, but it only works if you actually use it. Too many folks let food storage turn into a “just in case” corner they never touch—until half of it’s expired or stale. We’ve had our share of wasted cans and freezer-burned meat, but we’ve figured out a system that keeps things fresh…
If you stick with homesteading long enough, you’re going to mess up. More than once. We’ve killed plants, lost animals, wasted money, and made choices that looked smart at the time and turned into a disaster later. But honestly, those failures have taught us more than the wins ever did. Here are eight lessons we…