Have you ever found yourself looking for something in the freezer, and then stumbled upon a couple of packages of venison that somehow lost their way? This happened to me several months ago and I couldn’t have been happier. Why ...
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3 Lesser-Known, Super-Hardy Fruit Trees Every Homesteader Should Consider
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 ...
Read More »The 3-Ingredient Natural Herbicide That Will Kill ANYTHING
I have a certain detest for poison ivy. Years of attempting to “work it out” with this plant have only left me feeling itchy and ill at ease whenever I see a plant with three leaves. So imagine to ...
Read More »The Fish You Never Want To Eat – But Will Do Wonders For Your Garden
One of the most abundant freshwater fish today is the Asian carp. Depending on your region of the country, you might know these fish under a host of different names. They are generally some of the heaviest fish in ...
Read More »The Off-Grid Home That’s Fire-Retardant, Inexpensive & 75% More Energy Efficient
Are you in the market for a new home and considering starting from scratch with all-new construction? If so, then you are most likely considering ways to make your home as energy efficient as possible while still maintaining a ...
Read More »The Best Ways To Spot Poison Ivy, Oak & Sumac
Poisonous plants are some of the worst things you can find when hiking or working in your yard. If you are like me, though, chances are you’re totally unaware of their presence until long after it is too late. ...
Read More »The Simplest Way To Keep Squash (And Zucchini) From Taking Over The Garden
One of my biggest concerns each year when I am dedicating space in my garden is where to put the vine plants (such as summer squash and zucchini). I don’t grow anything in super-huge amounts, as I don’t have an ...
Read More »Junk The Water Hose For A Simple $35 DIY Rainwater Irrigation System
One of my favorite summertime passions is gardening. I generally attempt to grow all the needed vegetables I consume over the course of the summer as a way of ensuring I am eating high quality products while also saving ...
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