Backyard homesteading

Reasons you should NOT become a backyard homesteader... I guess you're probably wondering what this is all about. Are you really ready for the reality?

Discover essential tips and insights for starting your homesteading journey. Perfect for beginners looking to embrace self-sufficient living.

Come on over, grab a cup of coffee, and let's chat about our quarter acre homestead and the future plans... You know goats, chickens, and bees. Oh my!

How to homestead with monthly to do lists. Homesteading tasks organized by season so you can see the yearly flow of homestead living

We'll go over some of the homestead startup costs, and how to start a homestead from scratch with nothing and little to no finances. You've read up on what homesteading is, you've set some first year homesteading goals, and now you're ready to get started! But wait! You're just making it by on paycheck to

Become self-sufficient in your own backyard! Easy tips for growing food, saving money, and being kinder to the planet – even in the suburbs.

Homesteading can be expensive and you'll need a lot of supplies! Luckily, there are ways to get free items! Find out how and why we use Craigslist to get tons of free homestead supplies!

Similarly, rabbits require little space. I’ve seen rabbits kept in individual cages in a garage, and with a couple tweaks, you can stack and/or hang the cages to maximize your vertical space. Breeding your livestock Another way to start homesteading today is to breed your livestock for a sustainable source of meat. Rabbits are...

A listing of homesteading resources to help beginners. Learn about livestock, chickens, homestead cooking, and more.

Here are 99 new homesteading skills for you to try, whether you live on 1/4 acre in town or in a rural setting. The skills are linked to tutorials or tools.