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Before we get started with the list of natural fly remedies, it’s important to note that you must identify the exact species of fly you’re dealing with before you can get rid of it. You have to know your enemy, ...

One of the ultimate lessons I have picked up in life is that some of the things that I find annoying are in actuality extremely useful. Take, for example, the neighborhood fruit and nut trees, which make a mess on ...

  I happen to be fortunate that I live in a somewhat undeveloped bedroom community. I call it somewhat undeveloped because we don’t have all the things that you would normally expect a community to have. I have to drive ...

It’s not common for most people to walk around a yard or garden and indiscriminately munch on plants. But it’s a whole different story when it comes to kids and pets. There are also plants that can cause significant skin ...

Have you ever wondered what the best way is to make soap if you are living off the land? The hard-working pioneers had to be resourceful and learn how to make their own soap from wood ashes and waste fats. ...

It’s the time of year when gardeners and homesteaders are scrambling to preserve our harvest in order to enjoy the literal fruits of our labors as close to year-round as possible. For a lot of us, that means canning. Most ...

Root cellaring is a time-honored tradition for keeping food fresh all winter long. Most people these days think of a root cellar as a complicated and costly endeavor that involves a separate building somewhere on their property. The reality is ...

A well-trained guard dog can be an excellent addition to any home security plan. The dog is an active, living threat that can alert you of danger, deter potential attackers and actively defend your home if needed. But training an ...

Herbs have a variety of health benefits for chickens — very similar to their effects on humans. If you are looking for holistic ways to care for your chicken flock, scattering herbs throughout the coop and nesting boxes is an ...

We get so much from nature – our food, clothing and shelter. Why wouldn’t there be a solution for cleaning our clothes? As it turns out, there is. Soapberries, or soap nuts, are nature’s laundry detergent. There are a few ...