Top Homesteading Trends in 2025: 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 2025, 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 and each … [Read more...] about Top Homesteading Trends in 2025
Food Preservation
Hantavirus Prevention Tips for Homesteaders
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 tips to keep … [Read more...] about Hantavirus Prevention Tips for Homesteaders
Render Beef Tallow at Home: Master Homesteading Fat Now
Homesteaders can easily render beef tallow at home, turning beef fat from suet or trimmings into a versatile, shelf-stable cooking fat. This traditional process aligns with the self-sufficient, zero-waste ethos of homesteading, using byproducts from cattle you raise or source locally. Beyond cooking, beef tallow shines in soap-making, candles, balms, lotions, and even leather … [Read more...] about Render Beef Tallow at Home: Master Homesteading Fat Now
Thriving in the Chill: A Guide to Winter Gardening
Winter doesn't mean your garden has to go dormant. Having a homestead means that it is crucial that your land provides for you year-round, even in the winter. With the right preparation and crop selection, you can keep your garden vibrant and productive even when the temperature drops. By choosing the right crops and preparing your garden both for and after winter, you can … [Read more...] about Thriving in the Chill: A Guide to Winter Gardening
Seal the Deal: The Home Canning Chronicles – Preserving Flavor, One Jar at a Time
As a homesteader I make every effort to make sure that I have a bountiful garden that provides my family with enough food to get us through the year. Now bountiful does not mean that we just plant any old thing, we make sure to curate our garden by choosing the fruits and vegetables that my family and I actually love to eat. And when it comes to growing your own food, make sure … [Read more...] about Seal the Deal: The Home Canning Chronicles – Preserving Flavor, One Jar at a Time
