Homestead 101 Series

Traditional Skills Every Modern Homesteader Should Know

In an age of convenience, modern homesteading revives timeless skills that build true self-reliance. From canning and seed saving to raising chickens and going solar, this guide explores the essential traditional skills every homesteader—urban or rural—should know. Whether you’re prepping for resilience or just craving simplicity, these foundational practices offer freedom from the fragile systems…
Homestead 101: How to Choose the Perfect Land for Your Homestead

“Land isn’t just land—it’s your foundation. And choosing the wrong piece of ground can turn your dream into a long, expensive uphill battle. I’ve been running my small ranch for about ten years, and I can tell you this: finding the right homestead spot takes more than wide open spaces. You’ve got to think about…
Homesteading 101: How to Start Living Off the Land

Homesteading ain’t just a trend—it’s a way of life. It’s about rolling up your sleeves, getting dirt under your fingernails, and learning to live with the land instead of just on it. I’ve spent the better part of my life in the Arizona desert, where the sun don’t quit and water’s scarcer than a hen’s…

Traditional Skills Every Modern Homesteader Should Know