Gaining access to the land you plan to use is both the most difficult and the most important part of your homesteading plan. While it is tempting to follow the trail of “free land” clickbait in your feed, you will rarely find anything worthwhile at the end of that trail. Face it — land is …
Homesteading
No one can do this alone. There is a lot of emphasis out there on self-reliance, independence, pulling yourself up by your own bootstraps, etc., but the truth is that we don’t do anything alone. When you break ground on your first garden bed, you didn’t do it alone, unless you made your own shovel. …
The hardest part of transitioning to homesteading is figuring out what you actually need to know versus what everyone says you need to know. Below, you’ll find a basic list and a brief overview of each thing deemed to be a basic or essential skill. The truth, though, is that, ultimately, you decide what you …
The decision to homestead is not one to make lightly, and there are a hundred smaller decisions to be made before you decide to make the plunge. Everything from which plants and animals to raise to educating your children to what type of tools you need are all decided by that first choice of where …
Of all the projects, hobbies, and lifestyles you can pick up, homesteading will be one of the most difficult, yet rewarding, choices you can make. The first choice, of course, is where you will place that homestead. One of our favorite options is Minnesota. Minnesota is an excellent state for homesteading, and with the right …
The total meat gained from the average 1,200-pound steer (castrated male) is enough to feed a large family for a year with plenty left over for profit, so learning to raise beef for slaughter is a worthwhile challenge for any homesteader. But what are the figures behind the process? How much does it cost to …
Rearing animals on your homestead can be an enriching experience in more ways than one. With the right know-how and dedication, the following 12 farm animals can raise your income in return for raising them! Here are the 12 most profitable choices… 1. Beef Cattle As long as you have the acreage, beef cattle can …
Once upon a time, the American Dream revolved around homesteading. America had vast and fertile lands, and everyone was welcome to a piece of land to start their own homestead, but that’s all in the past. Immigration is regulated, and even Americans find it hard to secure a parcel of land for homesteading. Is homesteading …
According to predictions by Accenture Forecast, it’s estimated that 12% of American households will be living off-grid by the year 2035, so if you’re reading this, you are far from alone in your ambitions to live off the land! To give you a taste of which states fare best for homesteaders and the off-grid life, …
Nicknamed “The Volunteer State,” Tennessee is as famed for its friendly, welcoming people as it is for Dolly Parton. But what are the realities of living in Tennessee as a wannabe homesteader in terms of land costs, raising a family, growing crops, and more? Is Tennessee a good state for homesteading? For potential homesteaders, Tennessee …