Thermal Scope for Coyote Hunting: Protect Your Flock at Night
A thermal scope for coyote hunting stops predators you cannot see. Here is how thermal protects the coop at night, plus our top homestead pick.
Self-reliance tips, rural living guides, and off-grid skills delivered weekly.
Unsubscribe anytime.
✓ You're in! Check your inbox to confirm.
May is peak tick emergence. The 7 steps that actually move the needle on a working homestead — for kids, livestock, and dogs.
Read More →A thermal scope for coyote hunting stops predators you cannot see. Here is how thermal protects the coop at night, plus our top homestead pick.
Bird flu is hitting backyard flocks in 2026’s largest-ever outbreak. The biosecurity routine that keeps your chickens safe this spring, step by step.
Rabbits, groundhogs, coyotes — they cost a homestead more than a fence does. Why a suppressed .223 is the quietest legal answer in 42 states.
12 things to check on your coop before peak summer predator season — hardware cloth specs, latch types, what fails first, and the fixes that hold.
May is peak tick emergence. The 7 steps that actually move the needle on a working homestead — for kids, livestock, and dogs.
The 2026 FDA raw milk enforcement push targets interstate sales only. Here’s what actually changed, what didn’t, and the three verifications you need before you sell another jar from your homestead.
HPAI is hitting backyard flocks in Georgia, Iowa, and Kentucky this April. Here’s the 48-hour biosecurity checklist that closes the gaps before the virus finds your coop.
The $200 tax stamp is gone as of January 1, 2026, and Form 4 approvals are running 4–11 days. Here’s the practical case for suppressors on a working homestead — predator control, humane dispatch, hearing protection, and the 42-state legal map.
Embark on the 10 day homestead challenge if you’re affected by the government shutdown — or simply realize how fragile our systems can be — now’s the time to take charge of your own stability. Building a homesteading foundation doesn’t have to take months or thousands of dollars. In just 10 days, you can start…
Top Homesteading Trends in 2026: What’s Buzzing in the Community Hey there, homesteaders and curious folks! If you’re wondering what’s got the homesteading community all fired up in 2026, you’re in the right place. Homesteading is more than just a lifestyle—it’s a movement toward sustainable living, self-reliance, and a deeper connection with the land…
Hey homesteaders! If you’re living that off-grid, close-to-nature life, you’ve probably dealt with your fair share of critters. But there’s one tiny troublemaker you might not think about often: Hantavirus, and how to prevent it while homesteading. In this post, we’ll explore why this virus is a concern for homesteaders and provide practical Hantavirus prevention…
Sunflowers (Helianthus annuus) are a homesteader’s dream—vibrant, hardy, and incredibly versatile. If you want to grow sunflowers on your homestead, you’re in for a treat! These towering beauties with their cheerful blooms don’t just add a pop of color; they also provide seeds for snacking, oil production, and livestock feed. Plus, they attract pollinators to…