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Lessons learned on the journey toward independence
In our blog is a wealth of knowledge that we've accumulated over many years of off-grid living, as well as the lessons we've learned through trial and error. Our experience in the School of Hard Knocks has taught us valuable lessons that we are excited to share with you. In addition to our own expertise, we've also hand-selected a group of guest contributors who are experts in their respective fields. Their contributions provide even more valuable insights into homesteading, off-grid living, and emergency preparedness. We hope you enjoy learning from their knowledge and experience as much as we have!
Blog Categories
Off-Grid Power
Electricity is the kingpin in modern homes. Without it, many essential systems can't function. Learn how to make your own power with solar, micro hydro, and other sources.
Growing Food
Learn to grow your own food with tips on starting a homestead garden, including vegetable gardens, fruit orchards, small fruits, composting, and more in this section.
Storing Food
Learn to preserve and store your own food with off grid kitchen tips, recipes, and info about canning, dehydrating, and other food preservation related topics in this section.
Water
Most water systems are completely dependent on the power company. Learn how to make yours as independent as possible so your family has a reliable source of water.
Safety
Prevention and preparation are key to ensuring safety, covering physical security, home fire protection, wildland fire preparedness, and more in this section.
Communication
Communications is an often overlooked part of preparedness and homesteading. Learn how to stay in touch while living in a remote location as well as during emergencies.
most recent posts
A Tasty Way to Preserve Greens
A little while ago, my sister-in-law and brother-in-law brought over scrumptious lunch foods from their garden! Various peppers, tomatoes, onions, and the most vibrant deep green basil!! They said they have lots more basil still growing in their garden...
Preserving Homegrown Cabbage—How to Make Sauerkraut
There’s a lot of talk going on about probiotics! Sauerkraut is one great source, and I’m not talking about the canned sauerkraut found on the shelf at your supermarket. Most stores also carry a refrigerated brand that tastes fresh and crunchy. Our local health...
Two Canning Methods For Preserving Fresh Produce
Canning methods for food preservation had almost become a lost art until the recent revival of homesteading skills. Now more and more people are learning this rewarding skill.
Dehydrating Food to Preserve Nutrition
Did you know that dehydrated foods can retain up to 90-95% of their nutrition if dried properly? If you’re still on the electric power grid, Excalibur is a well-known brand of electric dehydrator, but there are many others that work very well and are probably...
My Homemade WildFire Mobile Attack Unit
Let's say you have a new neighbor who has never lived in fire country. They start burning a small slash pile on a hot dry day, and the fire begins to spread. They call you in a panic as the fire starts creeping toward your property.What are you going to do? Are...
How To Find A Well Log In All 50 States
A well log generally contains all of the essential data you need to know about your well. Here is how to find a well log in all 50 states.