When the power goes out, life can get real inconvenient real fast. But on land—or even in a regular home—there are times when “inconvenient” turns into a real safety issue. That’s where a generator earns its keep. If you’re on the fence about whether a generator’s worth it, these are the kinds of situations where…
When high winds are in the forecast, it doesn’t take much for the backyard to turn into a mess. Anything left out can quickly become a projectile—or worse, get damaged, lost, or cause damage to your home. Bringing in a few key items ahead of time can save you from a lot of cleanup and…
When you move to a homestead, a lot of everyday habits stop making sense. Things that worked in town or a typical neighborhood either waste time, waste money, or flat-out cause problems. Living on land has a different rhythm. You have to think ahead, plan around the weather, and expect that if something can break,…