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Creating a Family-Friendly Environment Involve Everyone in the Planning When I first considered homesteading, I knew right away that I had to get the kids involved. It was super important to me that they felt part of this big change. I grabbed some big sheets of paper...
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Embrace Sustainable Practices Understanding Sustainability When I first got into self-reliant living, the whole idea of sustainability felt like this huge and complicated concept. But honestly, it’s as simple as making choices that are better for the...
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Understanding Soil Composition Soil Types and Their Characteristics From my time spent getting my hands dirty on the homestead, I’ve learned that soil is not just dirt; it’s a complex ecosystem. There are different types – sandy, clayey, loamy – and each...
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Planning Your Timber Harvest Assess the Timber Resources When I first started thinking about harvesting timber on my homestead, I quickly realized how important it is to assess what you’ve got. Walking through your land, take a good look at the trees. Are they...
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Understanding Your Materials Types of Clay When it comes to making pottery, you’ve got to know your clays. Different types of clay have unique properties and will dramatically affect your finished product. From stoneware to earthenware, each type has its charm!...
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Choosing the Right Ingredients Understanding Nutritional Needs One of the most important things I learned while diving into homemade animal feed is how crucial it is to understand the nutritional needs of the animals you’re feeding. Just like us, they require a...
