I admit I day dream about having chickens. I want to look out my window and see happy hens scratching and pecking around outside with a protective rooster on the lookout. I also think about having goats, a pig, couple turkeys, and a mini cow. All that food! Fresh eggs, milk, butter, yogurt, cheese, … [Read more...]
What Does ‘Off Grid’ Really Mean?
The term "Off Grid" gets tossed around a lot in the homesteading, prepping, and survival communities but the actual definition of it can be a topic that sparks a heated debate. It seems that no one really agrees on the exact definition of "Off Grid" or "Off the Grid," as evidenced by a quick … [Read more...]
What the Heck is a Salmonberry?
For those who don't live in the Pacific Northwest, hearing about salmonberries for the first time can cause some hilarious reactions. Recently, I was posting on Facebook about making salmonberry jam and some of the questions were highly amusing. No, they are not salmon eggs. They are not salmon … [Read more...]
Garden Progress: The Plan vs. Reality
Back in January of this year, I was going bonkers with wanting to get some dirt therapy. This last winter seemed particularly long, dark, and drawn out. I decided to change things up and strategize how to get the most out of my garden. We decided (well, OK it was me haha) that we were going to go … [Read more...]
I’m Never Buying Peanut Butter (or Roasted Nuts) Again!
There have been a few times in our journey to self-reliance when I decide to learn something new and sit back in shock, wondering why everyone doesn't do <whatever I'm learning about>. Making my own peanut butter is one of them. After yesterday, I'm never buying peanut butter or roasted nuts … [Read more...]
My Island Home – Ketchikan, Alaska
Every now and then, I ask the fans on Facebook what they would like to read about. The last time I did it, one of the long-time fans of the blog, Doris P., said, "I'd like to know more about your island home. Maybe more current stuff. I loved the history video. Things like annual rain fall, usual … [Read more...]
Homesteading Leads to Preparedness
We don't consider ourselves "Preppers." We are "Homesteaders." When you really break it down though, homesteading leads to preparedness. Almost inevitably, the two paths will run parallel and cross over each other. The lines between these two groups are extremely blurry. Growing up in … [Read more...]
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