Mark Zeiger talks self-sufficient, off-the-grid homesteading in Alaska

February 5, 2019

Homesteading off the grid takes a lot of bravery. It takes even more bravery when you do it in the…

Planting health: Therapeutic benefits of gardening

February 4, 2019

Growing your own food has obvious benefits: good flavorful produce, a connection to the land, etc. But did you know…

4 organizations that support new farmers

February 1, 2019

Questions. Concerns. Uncertainty. When you are new to something, these things are natural. For new farmers, there's help though in…

What you need to know about high-altitude homesteading

January 31, 2019

Pride of the Pantry Plots community garden in Cascade, Idaho, at an elevation of 4,760 feet above sea level. The…

What you should know about healthy garden soil

January 31, 2019

Do you have healthy garden soil? Ensuring that you do is a continuing task. Here's what you need to know.…

How to dispose of ashes

January 30, 2019

Fireplace ashes need to be cleaned out regularly. Here's what you need to know and how to dispose of ashes.…

8 things you can compost that might surprise you

January 30, 2019

Garden clippings on top of a backyard compost pile. Woody material can take a few cycles to break down. | Photo by…

Homesteading empowered Lauren Dibble to take her life back

January 29, 2019

Photo by Lauren Dibble Lauren Dibble was at the lowest point of her life: living at home, going through a…

Where do recycled clothes go?

January 28, 2019

When our clothes are threadbare and no longer spark joy, it may be time to clear them from your closet.…

Candle making tips for beginners

January 28, 2019

Wax, wicks, what could be complicated? A lot actually — there's a science to it. These candle making tips will…